Introduction 8
Tools and Equipment 10
Before you start 12
Rustic Christmas 18
Advent Calendar, page 20
Bunting, page 24
Candle Pots, page 26
Present Sack, page 28
String Baubles, page 32
Wreath, page 34
Scandinavian Christmas 38
Christmas Cones, page 40
Christmas Gnomes, page 44
Scrap Fabric Wreath, page 48
Hanging Hearts, page 50
Stocking, page 54
Traditional Christmas 18
Ball Decorations, page 60
Stocking Decorations, page 64
Christmas Stocking, page 66
Festive Gift Bag, page 70
Mistletoe Wreath Cushion Cover, page 72
Tree Skirt, page 76
Monochrome Christmas 80
Gift Box, page 82
Fabric Baubles, page 86
Table Centrepiece, page 88
Potted Tree Decoration, page 90
Tablemat, page 92
Kids’ Christmas 96
Santa Hat Chair Slip, page 98
Felt Gift Bags, page 102
Robin Bunting, page 104
Santa Hat, page 106
Contemporary Christmas 108
Paper Bag Favours, page 110
Card Holder, page 112
Ribbon Tree Placemats, page 116
Christmas Tree Table Runner, page 118
Bottle Cooler, page 120
Ribbon Tree Wall Hanging, page 124
Tree Pictures, page 126
Index 128
Debbie Shore started her career as a children's television presenter and since then has appeared regularly on television both as an actress and selling products on a shopping channel. Debbie has also hosted live fashion shows with a major fashion store, produces her own range of instructional DVDs and writes for several popular sewing magazines. She is now a bestselling author and has written 12 books for Search Press, with several more underway. Debbie was voted Sewing Designer of the Year in the Immediate Media British Craft Awards 2017. She lives in Lincolnshire. Visit her website at: www.debbieshoresewing.com.
November 2015
Another Half Yard book from Debbie Shore, this time crammed with
Christmas ideas for things you can make from all those scraps of
leftover fabric. Debbie has created over 30 projects to decorate
your home in festive handmade style all with clear instructions and
plenty of photographs to keep you on track. The projects are
divided into chapters depending on your Christmas decorating style;
Rustic, Scandinavian, Traditional, Monochrome, Kids or
Contemporary. With a hessian wreath in the Rustic Christmas chapter
to a simple blanket stitched felt gift bags in the Kids' Christmas
chapter and a modern Christmas tree quilted table runner in the
Contemporary Christmas Chapter there are four projects for all
sewing abilities and experience. This is a great book for some
inspiration for new Christmas decorating ideas. I am going to steer
our house towards the Scandinavian chapter but I'm guessing I will
probably end up in the Kids section wearing a homemade Santa
Hat!
*Popular Patchwork*
Shore (Half Yard Gifts) continues her quest to help crafters use up
their fabric stash with her latest book, which focuses on Christmas
decor. The projects are arranged by style (e.g., Scandinavian,
traditional, rustic, contemporary) and include a variety of items,
such as a burlap-and-linen Advent calendar, a no-sew holiday wreath
made of scrap fabric, a variety of ornaments, gift boxes and bags,
and placemats. Shore’s directions are easy to follow, and key steps
are illustrated with photographs to provide additional guidance.
Most of the projects can be completed in a short time, making them
ideal for last-minute gift giving.
VERDICT There’s a pleasant variety of styles in this collection,
and crafters with a taste for homespun or rustic design will find
many of the projects especially appealing.
*Library Journal USA*
This book is divided into various themes of projects: Rustic
Christmas, Scandinavian Christmas, Traditional Christmas,
Monochrome Christmas, Kids' Christmas and Contemporary Christmas.
Each theme has between four to seven projects in it. There are even
suggestions for changes to make some projects a bit differently. I
decided to find some ornaments to make since I am participating in
an international ornament swap. I started by making Ball
Decorations from the Traditional Christmas section. The hardest
part of these was the stuffing since the openings are so small on
the bottom. I made three of them, but have not sewn the other two
up yet. (I know Hazel will want to keep one of them for us.) These
ornaments remind me of a patchwork quilt, so I felt like it was a
good representation of me. Next I made the Stocking Decorations
also from the Traditional Christmas section. They are very quick
and easy as well. The final project that I have made so far from
this book is a fabric poinsettia. It is from the Table Centerpiece
project in the Monochrome Christmas section. In her side note
Debbie Shore suggests making a single flower using red instead of
the black and white and making it into a poinsettia. It would be
perfect for the top of a gift. We are going to have fun with these
projects and many of the other ones in the books. There are
patterns for boxes, chair covers, Santa hats and so much more!! It
really has everything you might need for your Christmas celebration
and the instructions are easy to follow and the projects are
relatively quick to make. I can honestly say this book is a great
craft book and has many creative ideas in it.
*craftymomsshare.blogspot.co.uk*
December 2015 Debbie Shore’s latest addition to her best selling
Half Yard series will have you feeling festive in no time at all.
Featuring 30 stylish projects that use just half a yard of fabric
through six themed chapters –rustic, traditional, contemporary,
monochrome Scandinavian and kids – there’s something for everyone.
Select your favourite Christmas style or mix and match throughout
your home. Packed with friendly advice and easy-to-follow
photography, it’s not only an ideal book for beginners but also
great inspiration for more experienced sewers too.
*Love to Make*
July 2015 What can you do with small pieces of leftover fabric? Be
a green crafter and make them into Christmas decorations! Much more
fun than a trip to the recycling center… I do like a book
that starts with something like "no fancy sewing machine required."
Just a working model that does a straight stitch, plus pieces of
woven cotton fabric and some felt. There are projects in here for
children to make too so they can get involved with the Christmas
preparations, another nice touch. Not too much sewing know-how is
involved either to make the items, and the techniques (most very
simple and basic) and all explained at the beginning. Cut your own
bias strips, mitre corners, learn a few hand sewing stitches and
set up your machine for free-motion embroidery among others;
nothing too hard. If you don't favor the traditional colors of
Christmas then there are five other styles to choose from, as the
projects are listed in themed chapters. Full Review can be
found at http://myshelf.com/howto/14/halfyardchristmas.htm
*Myshelf.com*
TV sewing star Debbie follows her previous sewing books with this
new title for the festive season. Using small quantities of
fabrics, over thirty delightful items can be created for the home.
Clear step-by-step illustrated instructions allow the maker to
produce a range of easy sewing projects, in different styles, to be
enjoyed year after year by the family. Excellent value for money,
highly recommended.
*East Kent Embroiderer's Guild*
July 2015 What can you do with small pieces of leftover fabric? Be
a green crafter and make them into Christmas decorations! Much more
fun than a trip to the recycling center… I do like a book that
starts with something like “no fancy sewing machine required”. Just
a working model that does a straight stitch, plus pieces of woven
cotton fabric and some felt. There are projects in here for
children to make too so they can get involved with the Christmas
preparations, another nice touch. Not too much sewing know-how is
involved either to make the items, and the techniques (most very
simple and basic) and all explained at the beginning. Cut your own
bias strips, mitre corners, learn a few hand sewing stitches and
set up your machine for free motion embroidery among others;
nothing too hard. If you don’t favor the traditional colors of
Christmas then there are five other styles to choose from, as the
projects are listed in themed chapters. Into watching all that
Scandi drama on TV? There is a section for this. Also an ultra
modern monochrome style, a rustic style (lots of Hessian), a
contemporary white and green look and a fun felt one for the
children. Make table and tree decorations, advent calendars,
wreaths, stockings, gift bags and more with projects laid out
clearly with lots of staged steps. There are not many templates at
the back because – another nice touch – the author encourages you
to make your own (don’t worry, this is very simple). This does help
to add an extra dimension to making it yourself, and as nothing
will take too long to make you can make all the items in one
section to suit a theme. A good user friendly book with wide
appeal.
*Myshelf.com*
Issue 108 June/July 2015 Half yard christmas contains over
30 stylish festive projects in six christmas themed chapters -
rustic, traditional, contemporary monochrome, Scandinavian and
kids. Crafters can select their favourite christmas style or mix
and match them throughout the home. Featuring Debbie Shore's
informative and friendly guidance, this book is ideal for sewers of
all abilities.
*Craft Business*
December 2015 Are you craving a crafty, creative Christmas?
Featuring six themed chapters – rustic, traditional, contemporary,
monochrome, Scandinavian and kids – there's something for everyone.
You can select your favourite Christmas style or mix and match
throughout your home. With over 30 simple, stylish projects, each
requiring only a half yard of fabric, this book will have you
feeling festive in no time. Featuring Debbie's unique brand of
friendly guidance, and packed with easy-to-follow photography, this
book is ideal for beginners as well as providing inspiration to
more experienced sewers.
*Sewing World*
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