Liz Kettle

Do you know your sewing needles? Know Your Needles is a complete and concise sewing needle resource for all your fabric creations! Answering many of the most frequently asked questions about hand and machine needles, learn the characteristics of 30 common needles and which tasks they are designed to perform. From appliqué and stitching to binding and repairing, know which needle is right for the job, how they’re sized, what fabrics they’re for, and when to use them! Conveniently compact, it’s the perfect reference to take with you on-the-go or keep in your sewing bag.

Embellishing your fabric is more fun than ever, thanks to this fabulous guide! You'll discover and learn over 50 exciting embellishing techniques to enhance and personalize any fabric project. Starting with the essentials, the authors cover equipment and supplies. The foundations section discusses fabric manipulation with techniques like weaving, photo transfers on to fabric and more. The soft embellishments section includes appliqué, machine and hand stitching methods and hard embellishments covers beading, sequins, silk cocoons and much more. Every technique features a large photo of a finished example to inspire readers while clear instructions guide them every step of the way.

A bit of thread can spice up one’s art by a good degree. Threads: The Basics & Beyond discusses thread and how to weave into the techniques of quilting, painting, and other artistic mediums. With no shortage of ideas and full color photos throughout, Debbie Bates and Liz Kettle will show you how to use thread in several versatile ways. Be inspired by the surprising evolution of threads into a creative tool that beautifies projects with design, color, texture, structure, and ornamentation. Follow each step-by-step technique in photos and text, then create a world of your own passport pages. Whether expanding your knowledge of traditional techniques or experimenting with thread painting and molding thread structures, you’ll experience threads with new creativity and inspiration.