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Sew It, Stuff It

Sew It, Stuff It is a wonderful collection of handmade toys will delight children both young and old. With seven chapters packed with fresh ideas, there is sure to be something to make that your child will treasure. The 25 projects, designed by expert craftsman Rob Merrett, take their inspiration from traditional playthings, including dolls, animals and cars. Begin with Simple Starters - two-sided toys, made with easy patchwork and applique embellishments. Soft Toys are next, designed in soft colours and gentle prints, followed by 3D Delectables which are in structured shapes and made from multiple pattern pieces. In the Activity section, clever designs will stimulate young childrens minds, while The Comfort Zone includes calming and stress-busting toys that are perfect for
little ones. Finally, Divine Dollies is packed with trendy, vintage-looking rag dolls. Rob also develops the concept of Kids Forever, where designs should appeal not just to kids, but also to adults who will appreciate his stylish, retro approach. Each toy comes with clear, step-by-step text and beautiful photography and artworks that will guide even a novice stitcher, helping them to produce gorgeous gifts with a charming, handcrafted feel. About the AuthorRob Merrett started his career as a fashion designer and has worked with many leading design studios, apparel brands and publications. Rob specializes in trend forecasting and also takes commissions as a stylist for food and lifestyle book publishers and magazines. His work has been featured in Mondo Uomo, Per Lei, WWD,
International Textiles Magazine, Vogue Nippon, and British Elle. Sew It, Stuff It is his second book for CICO, following the success of The Perfect Apron.
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Sew It, Stuff It is a wonderful collection of handmade toys will delight children both young & old. With seven chapters packed with fresh ideas, there is sure to be something to make that your child will treasure. The 25 projects, designed by expert craftsman Rob Merrett, take their inspiration from traditional playthings, including dolls, animals & cars. Begin with Simple Starters
- two-sided toys, made with easy patchwork & applique embellishments. Soft Toys are next, designed in soft colours & gentle prints, followed by 3D Delectables which are in structured shapes & made from multiple pattern pieces. In the Activity section, clever designs will stimulate young childrens minds, while The Comfort Zone

Includes::
calming & stress-busting toys that are perfect for little ones. Finally, Divine Dollies is packed with trendy, vintage-looking rag dolls. Rob also develops the concept of Kids Forever, where designs should appeal not just to kids, but also to adults who will appreciate his stylish, retro approach. Each toy comes with clear, step-by-step text & beautiful photography & artworks that will guide even a novice stitcher, helping them to produce gorgeous gifts with a charming, handcrafted feel. About the Author Rob Merrett started his career as a fashion designer & has worked with many leading design studios, apparel brands & publications. Rob specializes in trend forecasting & also takes commissions as a stylist for food & lifestyle book publishers & magazines. His work has been featured in Mondo Uomo, Per Lei, WWD, International Textiles Magazine, Vogue Nippon, & British Elle. Sew It, Stuff It is his second book for CICO, following the success of The Perfect Apron.

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Stress - Also known as tension, a situation where a human can not cope with emotional or physical threats
Toy - A generic term for something that can be played with for enjoyment
soft - A descriptive word for an item/sound which is gentle to the touch or ears
Stylish - A desirable design or layout
Comfort - something that feels nice to the user. Often relaxing.
Traditional - Something that has become the same through a period of time and thus repeated.
Traditional - Something that has been around for a while and is repeated regularly.
Simple - Basic, easy no difficulty in understanding.
Design - A drawing or styles that shows the look and functionality of something before its made.
Retro - something that is vintage or replicates a style in the past.
Children - A young life form within the early stages of physical development,
Dolls - A small human figurine generally used for a child's toy entertainment.
Vintage - An older product that has become more quirky with time.
Kids - A young child.
Wonderful - Another word for describing something that is extremely good, marvellous.

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