Innehållsförteckning för June/July 2022 från Australian Homespun

Welcome to our annual Winter Warmers issue! Our cosy ideas to knit and crochet include a men’s cardigan by Kathy Ramunni, a warm scarf made by Liz Castle and a snuggly throw by Kylie Moleta. There are some cute ideas in Yarn Worthy and Pin Interest to add to your winter makes. We also share a lovely mix of patchwork, appliqué, embroidery and sewing ideas. Part 2 of our beautiful Bonheur de Jour Block of the Month is included. We have added some handy information about cutting guides for the 18 fabrics and some suggestions on how to cut the larger shapes first to ensure you make wise use of your fabric. We've provided instructions for a pretty quilt by Lesley McConnell and a high energy quilt by Moira de…

Growing up in a small Polish village, Kasia Jacquot has memories of wild flowers, fields of corn, little wooden houses and magical silent winters. However, it’s the traditional crafts that hold extra special significance for her. From the colourful folk costumes worn at festivals, to the intricately hand painted eggs, the decorative paper cut-outs hung along walls and ceiling beams and, in particular, the vibrant textiles. Now living in Sydney’s lower north shore, Kasia practises and teaches traditional crafts to share the skills and joyous designs of Poland and stay connected to her Polish heritage. With all the beauty and culture, Kasia also describes the harsh reality of growing up in Poland at the time. “Everything was difficult to find and buy: not just food, shoes, clothes, coloured pencils, you…

MATERIALS • Plassard Primo* Charcoal (85) 50g balls: 10 (11-12-13)• One pair 5mm (UK 6/US 8) knitting needles and a spare 5mm (UK 6/US 8) knitting needle (or sizes needed to give correct tension)• Stitch holder• Six buttons 2cm (1in) diameter• Yarn needle *Plassard Primo yarn is 80% acrylic, 10% wool, 5% alpaca, 5% viscose. It can be hand washed at 20°C or machine washed on a wool cycle at 20°C maximum. Finished size: Size: S (M-L-XL) To fit chest: 85 (95-105-115)cm [33½ (37½-41-45) in] To measure (approx): 92 (98-106-114) cm [36 (38½-42-45) in] Length to shoulder (approx): 63 (64-65-66) cm [25 (25½-26-26½) in] Sleeve length: 46cm (18in) Note: Read all the instructions before you start. This is an intermediate skill-level knitting project. Quantities are approximate as they can vary…

MATERIALS • Morris & Sons 10ply Empire, 100% Australian Superfine Merino 50g/90m balls — Smoke (A): three; Bluestone (B): two; Soft White (C): two• 5.5mm crochet hook (5 UK, I/9 US)• Darning needle• Scissors Finished size: 190 x 19cm (75 x 8in) Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. Australian/UK terminology is used; North American readers should consult a crochet manual to ensure they interpret the instructions correctly. PATTERN NOTES This project is made using the tapestry crochet technique. Tapestry crochet is a colour work technique where you carry all the yarns you are using in a row along for each stitch, working colour changes as you go. All the rows are worked with the right side facing, from right to left. Left-handed crocheters can follow the written…

MATERIALS • Two squares, 7in of denim• Two squares, 3in (zipper ends) and two squares, 7in (lining) of lightweight fabric• Two squares, 7in of light-or mid-weight fusible interfacing• 13cm (5in) zipper• Decorative trim, beads or other embellishments (optional)• Sewing machine with 1/4in and zipper feet• General sewing supplies Finished size: 16.5cm wide x 16.5cm high x 16.5cm wide (6 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 6 1/2in) Note: Read all instructions before starting the project. Seam allowances of 1/4in are used throughout except where otherwise stated. ZIPPER ENDS 1 Fold the 3in squares cut for the zipper ends in half and finger press creases to mark their centres. Unfold. 2 Lay the zipper face down on one of the squares, centring it over the crease and with the closed end matching…

ACT MAKERIE Gungahlin 0437 380 536 contact@makeriebyhand.com www.makeriebyhand.com THE SEWING SHOPPE Fyshwick (02) 6239 1214 sales@sewingshoppe.com.au www.sewingshoppe.com.au NSW COUNTRY PICKINS SEWING CENTRE Port Macquarie 0448 306 589 info@countrypickins.com.au www.countrypickins.com.au COUNTRY PICKINS SEWING CENTRE Taree (02) 6552 2092 info@countrypickins.com.au www.countrypickins.com.au FABRIC PIXIE Goonellabah 0415 826 994 deanne@fabricpixie.com.au www.fabricpixie.com.au HANDA CRAFTS AND CURTAINS Casino 0484 899 472 hello@handacraftsandcurtains.com.au www.handacraftsandcurtains.com.au HOBBYSEW ORANGE Orange (02) 6361 7420 patriciajcole@gmail.com www.facebook.com/hobbyseworange INSPIRED EMBROIDERY & SEWING Singleton (02) 6571 4000 inspiredembroidery@outlook.com www.inspiredembroideryandsewing. com.au LYN’S FINE NEEDLECRAFT Baulkham Hills (02) 9686 2325 sales@lynsfineneedlework.com.au www.lynsfineneedlework.com.au NELS FABRIC PLACE Temora (02) 6977 1760 nelstoyandbookhaven@bigpond.com www.188nelsfabrics.wixsite.com/temora PICKLEMOUSE CORNER Leura 0488 470 684 pam@picklemousecorner.com www.picklemousecorner.com RAINBOW PATCHWORK South Lismore (02) 6622 3003 rainbowpatchwork@gmail.com www.rainbowpatchwork.com.au STITCH BETWEEN THE BRIDGES Tamworth (02) 6765 4138 stitchbtbtamworth@gmail.com www.stitchbetweenthebridges.com.au STITCHED N FRAMED Port Macquarie (02) 6581 3338…

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 Needlework 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 9am–4pm Sew Can I Shop 3, 21 Lavin Crescent, Werrington County 27 47 Ph: (02) 9623 4570 sewcani@yahoo.com.au www.sewcani.com.au Open: Mon 9am–4.30pm, Tue 9am–9pm, Wed–Sat 9am–4.30pm, Sat 9am Sew Many Stitches Shop 4, Level 2, 147 Queen Street, Campbelltown 2560 Ph: (02)…

MATERIALS • 10cm ( 1/8yd) each of one pink and one green print fabric (Fabrics #1 and #2)• 15cm ( 1/4yd) each of two pink and one green print fabric (Fabrics #3, #4 and #5)• 20cm ( 1/4yd) of one green and two white print fabrics (Fabrics #6, #7 and #8) • 25cm ( 3/8yd) each of one pink and one white print fabric (Fabrics #9 and #10)• 35cm ( 1/2yd) white tone-on-tone print fabric (Border 1)• 1.9m (2 1/8yd) pink and white print fabric (Border 2)• 45cm ( 5/8yd) raspberry tone-on-tone print fabric (binding)• 4m (4 3/8yd) backing fabric• Batting at least 195 x 140cm (75 x 56in)• 45-degree triangle• Rotary cutter, ruler and mat• Sewing machine with 1/4in foot• General sewing supplies Finished quilt size: 174 x 127cm…

MATERIALS • Heirloom Merino Magic Chunky (100% Merino Wool) 125g balls — Red 6581: 14• 8mm crochet hook Finished size: 137 x 162cm (54 x 64in) Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. Australian/UK terminology is used; North American readers should consult a crochet manual to ensure they interpret the instructions correctly. These instructions are suitable for a beginner. For best results block your finished blanket. TENSION 10 sts x 5 rows = 10cm (4in) measured over treble ABBREVIATIONS  ch = chain; st = stitch; tr = treble crochet; htr = half treble crochet, sp = space; sl st = slip stitch; dc = double crochet; beg = beginning PATTERN To begin: Chain 126 Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, dc in each st…

BEAUTIFUL BOTANICAL EMBROIDERY: 30 EXQUISITE NATURE-INSPIRED DESIGNS FOR STITCHING By Alice Makabe Discover the beauty of botanical embroidery with this collection of 30 exquisite motifs and projects inspired by flowers, fruit, foliage and other natural forms. Stitch your way through an assortment of elegant designs organised by colour, from pinks and subtle yellows to lush greens and moody blues. Learn how to use specific embroidery stitches to replicate the textures and shapes of flowers, leaves and stems. The book includes full-size, easy-to-follow templates and a useful embroidery stitch guide. You can also create gorgeous bags, aprons, pillow covers, pin cushions, pouches and more. Published by Search Press QUILTING BY HAND: HAND-CRAFTED, MODERN QUILTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR YOU AND YOUR HOME By Riane Elise Learn how to create stunning, heirloom-quality quilts…

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 July 1–15 Wangaratta Strictly Quilts Exhibition St Bernard’s School Hall Williams Road, Wangaratta More information: Carole 0413 272 894, Ros 0403 215 421 July 21–24 Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair Exhibition Centre, South Wharf, Melbourne More information: www.craftfair.com.au/wp/Melbourne New South Wales July 15–17 Beecroft Eastwood Patchwork Quilters’ Quilt Show Roselea Community Centre 645-671 Pennant Hills Road, Beecroft More information: FB eastwoodpatchworkquilters.com October 21–23 Rosehill QuiltNSW Exhibition Grand Pavilon, Rosehill Gardens Racecourse More information: www.quiltnsw.com Queensland July 21–31 Warwick Jumpers & Jazz in July Warwick Art Gallery 49 Albion Street, Warwick More information: jumpersandjazzinjuly@gmail.com…

MATERIALS • 16 fat quarters of assorted print fabrics — see Step 2• 2.7m (3yd) solid cream fabric• 50cm (⅝yd) grey print fabric (binding)• 3.7m (4yd) backing fabric• Batting at least 180cm (72in) square • Paper for foundation piecing — newsprint is ideal• Water-soluble glue (optional)• Rotary cutter, ruler and mat• Sewing machine with ¼in foot• General sewing supplies Finished size: 162.5cm (64in) square Finished block size: 8in square Note: Read all the instructions before starting the project. It is recommended that fabrics be 100% cotton, pre-washed and well ironed. Requirements are based on fabric 107cm (42in) wide. Seam allowances of ¼in are used throughout. Foundation piecing is used in this project and the instructions assume a good working knowledge of this technique. Instructions are given for using the printed…

The amount of each fabric listed in our Materials List (published in Homespun 23.2) and included in the kits available from patchwork shops around Australia, has been calculated without much surplus. This ensures that you’re not paying money for fabric that you won’t use. It is important, therefore, that you cut each fabric carefully, avoiding wastage. To make things easier, detailed scale diagrams illustrating the shapes to be cut from every fabric used in the project are now available on the Homespun website at www.homespun.net.au. Have a look at them before you cut your fabrics for each block. Another step you can take to ensure that you’ll have sufficient fabric to complete your project is to pre-cut some of the larger pieces now, even though they won’t be used until…