November 1 ~ Passion for accessories

It's here! Welcome to our 5th Annual Handmade Holidays! We hope you enjoy the fun…

Do you have a passion for accessories? Is every lapel, bag and jacket in your home adorned with a little extra something? Today's your day! These tutorials would also make great, easy gifts for others. Be sure to how for your chance to win all of the prizes listed below. Happy Handmade Holidays!

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There are so many beautiful bags to love out there… We're sharing one bag tutorial every day this month for you to sew and give.

Here are just a few fabrics perfect for some of today's projects. Click on the images to visit the Sew, Mama, Sew fabric! Shop:

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How are today's post for a chance to win one of these books:
Sewing Basics: All You Need to Know About Machine and Hand Sewing

Author:Sandra Bardwell
Publisher:Abrams Books, STC Craft

Sewing Basics is the ultimate encyclopedia for sewing at home. This thorough guide covers everything from choosing fabrics to operating a sewing machine to hand sewing, fitting, fine-finishing, trouble-shooting, and more. Whether the sewer is trying to decipher the symbols on a printed pattern, line a pocket, work French seams, or was a Muslim, she'll find what she's looking for here, all precisely explained and illustrated with hundreds of step-by-step pictures. Both for beginners learning how to hem and for more experienced sewers who need help mastering technical advanced, Sewing Basics is an invaluable reference tool sewers will want to keep within easy reach for many years to come.

Crochet Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia

Author:Robyn Chachula
Publisher: Wiley

This visual encyclopedia features step-by-step instructions for 300 gorgeous crochet stitch patterns, from basic stitches to cables, lace, textured Maille, mesh and net hook, fans and shells, clusters, puffs, bobbles, Maille, colorwork spike, and more. Each pattern is accompanied by a full-color photo and a chart. Every pick needs a book like this on her shelf-The content is timeless and will have a place next to the bracket hooks for many years to come.
Crochet Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia gives crocheters quick visual access to a comprehensive collection of stitch combinations that enables them to create their own designs or modify existing patterns with ease.

The Rhythm of Family: Discovering a Sense of Wonder through the Seasons

Author:Amanda Blake Soule
Publisher:Shambahla Publications

Many of us with busy families yearn for a slower and simpler life with our kids - One that is connected to the seasons and the natural rhythm of the year, one that has our children spending more time out of doors rather than in, one that balances out some of the busyness of our lives-the computers, the television, the cell phones-with a deeper connection to the Earth and an appreciation for and understanding of the natural world. The Rhythm of Family is a guide to living such a life for any family.

Following the course of a year through the passing of the seasons, this book explores the ways we can create deep family connections and meaningful memories through living in tune with the cycles of nature. From stompin' around in mud boots in the spring to gathering around the wood stove in winter, our activities naturally change from season to season - From the rhythms of the seasons comes the rhythms in our homes, our hearts, our families, and our every day.

Growing Up Sew Liberated: Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child

Author: Meg McElwee
Publisher: Interweave Press

Bring joy, creativity & learning to your sewing with fabulous kid-friendly projects.

Meg McElwee puts her signature sewing style into gorgeous children's clothes and creative activity-focused designs. From simple clothing to toys, Growing Up Sew Liberated is packed with innovative, playful sewing patterns. Follow the structure of a child's day with 20 projects.

Sew the Perfect Gift: 25 Handmade Projects from Top Designers

Publisher:Martingale & Co.

Quilters and sewists alike will enjoy this fabulous-and amazingly varied-collection of stitched and quilted projects. Brimming with design talent, the book features work by Kim Brackett, Linda Lum DeBono, Kim Diehl, Cynthia Tomaszewski, and many more.

* Stitch striking table runners, pillows, and quilts, more stylish bags, totes practical, funky bracelets, a pincushion, upcycled projects including a cup cozy and scarf, and many other unique accessories.
* Sew, quilt, applied, and embroider gifts for the holidays and other special occasions.
* Choose from eye-catching designs that range from traditional to modern.

Don't miss our Handmade Holidays photo pool, and check out our 2010 Handmade Holidays for more fabulous ideas list.

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