Indholdsfortegnelse for April/May 2022 i Australian Homespun

This issue is packed with absolutely fun things! First, our 2022 Block of the Month starts! You can get started on this gorgeous quilt designed by Kaari Meng of French General that features their new fabric range – Bonheur de Jour! In our annual New Season's Yarns feature we share a roundup of all the new yarny yumminess that will be available over the cooler months. We share a knitted, felted crochet pattern from Letisha Kirkland (a sweet koala!) and an oversized jumper knitted in simple garter stitch by Anette Eriksson. This issue shares a stunning collection of patchwork, sewing, embroidery, knitting and crochet – and we are sure that you will love pulling out your threads and needles, yarns and fabrics and making lovely items for yourself, family or…

While Kylie Wright was learning to knit with a group of friends, a bowl full of discarded fabric offcuts caught her attention. Inspired by the eclectic mix of patterns and colours, she began to cut and layer the pieces to make fabric collages. Although she didn’t learn how to knit, the day was a success — a new passion was sparked, which led to a growing portfolio of beautiful textile collages and a successful creative business. Affectionally coined ‘scrapplique’ by her friends, Kylie’s artworks involve layering and arranging tiny fabric scraps to create images, then hand embroidering over the top to add further detail and texture. With this process Kylie creates a variety of designs — from vibrant florals to luscious fruits and vegetables, serene landscapes and eye-catching abstracts. Kylie…

MATERIALS • One strip, 6in, each of four different purple solid fabrics• 10cm ( 1/8yd) very light blue solid fabric• 35cm ( 3/8yd) medium blue solid fabric (border and binding)• 60cm ( 5/8yd) fabric (backing)• Paper• Ruler, rotary cutter and mat• Sewing machine with 1/4in and free-motion feet• Perle 8 thread: silver, light blue, purple (hand quilting)• Crewel needle size 7• General sewing supplies Finished runner size: 43 x 104cm (17 x 41in) Finished block size: 6in Note: This project uses foundation piecing; the instructions assume a good working knowledge of this technique. PREPARATION AND CUTTING 1 Trace or photocopy the foundation template from the Pattern Sheet onto paper. Make 12 copies. Trim the paper patterns 1/8in outside the outer marked line. 2 From each of the four purple strips,…

MATERIALS • Bendigo Woollen Mills Rustic — Misty 8 ply/200g: 95g (MB — main body)• Bendigo Woollen Mills Rustic — Graphite 8 ply/ 200g: small amount for feet and paw pads, eyes and nose (P)• Bendigo Woollen Mills Rustic — Aran 8 ply/200g: small amount for tummy patch, muzzle and ears (W)• Polyester fibre fill• Small amount of 100% wool — red for necktie• Crochet hooks: 4mm (US G-6) and 8mm (US L–11)• Chenille needle size 18 Finished size: After felting — approx 22cm (8 3/4in) tall; 15cm (6in) sitting height. Note: Read all the instructions before you start. Australian/ UK terminology is used; North American readers should consult a crochet manual to ensure they interpret the instructions correctly. ABBREVIATIONS  beg = beginning; ch = chain; dc = double crochet;…

MATERIALS • 20cm ( 1/4yd) or fat eighth of yellow zigzag print fabric (muzzle, body and front leg)• 15cm ( 1/4yd) or fat eighth of yellow floral print fabric (back leg, back foot and ear)• 20cm ( 1/4yd) or fat eighth of gold leaf print fabric (lower face, tail overlay and front foot)• 30cm ( 3/8yd) or fat eighth of pink floral print fabric (upper face, muzzle top and tail)• 15cm ( 1/4yd) or fat eighth of dark pink print fabric (head back, ear, back leg and front foot)• 30cm ( 3/8yd) or fat eighth of multi-coloured floral print fabric (head back and tummy)• 20cm ( 1/4yd) or fat eighth of teal floral print fabric (body and front leg)• 15cm ( 1/4yd) or fat eighth of teal leaf print fabric…

We are delighted to share a project from Jo Avery’s new book. You can rediscover crewel embroidery with colourful wool and cheerful designs sure to brighten any home. Stitchers of all levels can enjoy this traditional heritage art and make projects that pop! Beginner-friendly, the basic and more advanced embroidery stitches are shown with complete illustrations. Create pincushions, pillows, wallhangings, hoops and more. Published by Stash Books and reprinted here with permission of C&T Publishing.…

MAKE A SOFTIE Would you like to try your hand at softie making? Perhaps you have a new baby in the family or a toddler starting pre-school who’d be comforted by a cuddly companion. Try Jo Carter’s free tutorial for Breezy Bear. He’s been designed for beginners or older children to make — in fact her 12-year-old son tested the instructions for her. Jo provides a step-by-step guide, colour photos and full-size patterns in a digital PDF for you to download at no cost. Go to twoowlsdesign.co.uk/collections/free-patterns/products/ breezy-bear-pdf-pattern-free ALL WASHED UP We were delighted when we recently discovered the Ms Brown brand of organic laundry liquids especially formulated for delicate fabrics, wool and cashmere. Made in Australia from plant extracts, herbs and essential oils, they cleanse, soften and refresh garments,…

Indulge yourself in the ‘daytime delights’ of the French General lifestyle with this gorgeous Block of the Month quilt. The fabrics used are from the recently released Bonheur de Jour range — a classic collection combined with a handful of favourites from the Rouenneries range. You are sure to enjoy Kaari’s favourite French motifs — Fleur de Lis, butterflies, maison and more. Over the coming issues you will make various blocks including Stars, Dresden Plates and Clamshells, and the techniques combine piecing, appliqué, English paper piecing and Broderie Perse. A delightful collection of fabrics, motifs and styles that you will love! Designed by Kaari Meng — French General, website: www.frenchgeneral.com;Blog: The Warp and the Weft at frenchgeneral.blogspot.com; Instagram: @frenchgeneral Stitched and quilted by Lorraine Lovell — Hettie’s Patch, website: www.hettiespatch.com;Facebook:…

MATERIALS • Anette Eriksson Eco Cotton XL 200g balls Linen Refer to Measurements/ Materials chart for requirements• Circular needle 6mm (UK4 / US10)• One pair of 7mm (UK2) knitting needles• Yarn needle Note: Read all the instructions before you start. This is a beginner/intermediate skill-level knitting project. Quantities are approximate as they can vary between knitters. Check the ball bands to ensure all yarn is from the same dye lot. ABBREVIATIONS  cm = centimetres, dec = decrease, cont = continue, K = knit, P = purl, RS = right side, rem = remain/ing, st/s = stitch/ es STITCHES USED Garter stitch = Row 1 — Knit Repeat this row Stocking stitch = Row 1 — Knit Row 2 — Purl Repeat these two rows TENSION 13 sts and 20 rows…

• Using a front-loader washing machine rather than a top-loader will produce a more roly-poly koala; a top-loader machine will make a longer, slimmer koala. • The longer the wash/rinse cycle, the more dense and smaller the koala will become. If possible, frequently check the felting process, bearing in mind the cold-water rinse will shrink it significantly too. • If you notice when checking that some filling has worked its way through a hole, poke it back in using a chopstick and keep washing; the hole should close up with further felting. • If needed, repeat the hot wash until the desired size is achieved. • More than one object at a time can be felted, however it’s best to felt only similar colours together. My koala was felted in…

MATERIALS • Fat quarter of cream tone-on-tone fabric (embroidery)• Seven assorted fabric scraps at least 6.5 x 20cm (2 1/2 x 8in) in size (basket)• 25cm ( 1/4yd) lemon floral print fabric (lining and base)• 25cm (10in) square of green stripe print fabric (binding)• 25cm (10in) square of white floral print fabric (pin cushion petals) • 10cm ( 1/8yd) light green check print fabric (handle)• 15 x 30cm (6 x 12in) solid light pink print fabric (pin cushion)• 25 x 110cm ( 1/4 x 1 1/3yd) thin fusible batting• 225 x 110cm ( 1/4 x 1 1/3yd) bag batting• 8cm (3 1/2in) square of cream wool felt (needle case)• Finca Presencia Stranded Embroidery Thread: Pale Yellow (1137), Medium Mauve (2232), Light Cyclamen Pink (2307), Pale Delft Blue (3305), Yellow Green…

MACRAMÉ MADE EASY: STYLISH PATTERNS AND PROJECTS FOR BEGINNERS By Harumi Kageyama From knotting a simple spiral bracelet to creating a boho wallhanging, macramé has never been easier or more stylish. Harumi Kageyama presents illustrated step-by-step lessons that introduce you to 28 different knots and 23 innovative projects, including ornamental, wearable and useful items such as reusable shopping bags, handbags and pouches, spiral bracelets and jar covers. While this book offers practical instructions and opportunities to practise what you've learned, it also serves as a resource for inspiration. Once you get the hang of the basics, your imagination and creativity will take over. Published by Tuttle TAPESTRY WEAVING FOR BEGINNERS AND BEYOND By Kristin Carter Learn to weave your own stories and make personalised woven wall art with this guide…

As our population nears 100% double vaccinations, freedom to travel around our country has opened up. Next time you are on the road makeplans to stop at some of the businesses listed on these pages – they would love to welcome you. ACT Makerie G04/102 Swain Str eet, Gungahlin 2912 Ph: 0437 380 536 contact@makeriebyhand.com www.facebook.com/Makeriebyhand Open: Tue–Sat 10am–5pm NSW SYDNEY Banksia Yarns 3c East Market Street, Richmond 2753 Ph: (02) 4505 1615 shop@banksiayarns.com.au www.banksiayarns.com.au Open: Mon–Fri 9.30am–5pm, Sat 9.30am–1pm Fortunes & Fairies Shop 8, Magnolia Mall 285 Windsor Street, Richmond 2753 Ph: (02) 4578 1650 fortunesandfairies@ outlook.com www.fortunesandfairies.com Open: Tue 9.30am–4pm, Wed–Thu 9.30am–5.30pm, Fri 9.30am–3pm, Sat 9am–2pm Lyn’s Fine Needlecraft 2/9 Seven Hills Road, Baulkham Hills 2153 Ph: (02) 9686 2325 lynsneedlework@aol. com www.lynsfineneedlework .com.au Open: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat…

Let us know about your events – email details to dsegaert@umco.com.au or send them to Homespun Diary Dates, Locked Bag 154, North Ryde, NSW 1670. Please notify us at least four months before the event. Victoria June 11-12 Daylesford Spa Quilters’ Biennial Quilt Show: Australiana Daylesford Primary School Hall Vincent Street, Daylesford More information: Carol (02) 5348 5591, or Denise (03) 5345 6396 New South Wales April 22–24 Blue Mountains Blue Mountains Quilt Show (previously Springwood Community Quilt Show) Wycliffe School Hall Rickard Road, Warrimoo More information: www.bluemountainsquilters.com June 29 – July 3 Homebush QuiltNSW Quilt Show The Dome, Sydney Showground, Homebush More information: www.quiltnsw.com July 15–17 Beecroft Eastwood Patchwork Quilters’ Quilt Show Roselea Community Centre 643–645 Pennant Hills Road, Beecroft July 21–31 Warwick Jumpers & Jazz in July Warwick…

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MATERIALS • 55cm ( 5/8yd) DV3981 Homestead print fabric• 75cm ( 7/8yd) DV3980 Allover Farm print fabric• 15cm ( 1/4yd) DV3940 Yellow and Red Spot print fabric • 55cm ( 5/8yd) DV3991 Border print fabric• 45cm ( 1/2yd) DV3985 Farm on White print fabric• 45cm ( 1/2yd) DV3986 Chooks print fabric• 50cm ( 5/8yd) DV3987 Tractors print fabric• 35cm ( 1/2yd) DV3942 Green Grass print fabric• 10cm (⅛yd) DV3941 Red Spot print fabric• 30cm ( 3/8yd) DV3990 Tan Spot print fabric• 25cm ( 1/4yd) DV3989 Yellow Grass print fabric • 25cm ( 1/4yd) DV3944 Tan Grass print fabric• 30cm ( 1/2yd) DV3988 Red and Green Stripe print fabric• 50cm ( 5/8yd) DV3938 Green, Red and White Stripe print fabric• 1.75m (2yd) DV3992 Anywhere is Paradise 240cm (95in) wide backing print…

MATERIALS • 25 x 48cm (10 x 19in) 32-count linen• Fat quarter blue spot print fabric (lining and base)• Two squares of batting, 25cm (10in)• 15cm (6in) square of cardstock• 30cm ( 3/8yd) medium-weight fusible interfacing• Stranded embroidery thread: Aqua (A), Purple (B), Pale Green (C), Orange (D), Hot Pink (E), Pale Pink (F), Green (G), Pale Orange (H), Dark Green (I), Dark Brown (Outline)• Embroidery needle• Ceramic or 2B pencil• 7in (18cm) wooden embroidery hoop• Large sheet of paper• Glue stick• Rotary cutter, ruler and mat• Sewing machine• General sewing supplies Stitches used: Backstitch, buttonhole wheel, chain stitch, colonial knot, laid work, detached chain (lazy daisy) stitch, running stitch, satin stitch, seed stitch, spiderweb, woven rose. There are photo tutorials of most of the embroidery stitches used in this…