June New Releases!

Jun 1st 2021

We have 8 fabulous new arrivals for June including quilting, cosplay, embroidery, fiction and so much more! 

Who can resist a perfectly coordinated and fun-filled fabric charm pack? Now make the most of your growing collection with projects designed with the charm pack lover in mind. Sew colorful and bright quilt projects, each using only one charm pack, one extra fabric, and a background fabric. All 18 projects come in two colorway options with easy to follow instructions and illustrations. Finished creations have multiple uses! Projects are perfectly sized for a baby or child, but also make for unique house decor as table toppers, wallhangings, or the perfect gift for friends and loved ones. Plus, you’ll never need another excuse to keep buying those irresistibly fun charm packs!

SHOP JUST ONE CHARM PACK QUILTS

Complement your cosplay with incredible wigs—custom-designed and created by you! Regan Cerato of Cowbutt Crunchies shows you how to make dozens of extravagant wigs for cosplayer needs, from dyed spikes to dragon scales to fiber flowers and so much more! Extravagant wigs can be intimidating, they can even stump the most seasoned of crafters but with the expert Cosplay guidance wig making can be accomplished by everybody. Whether you’re a new or experienced sewist, this handbook will help you turn your cosplay dreams into reality.

SHOP THE ART OF EXTREME WIG STYLING 

String together peaceful dream catchers with Korean artist Young-Ran Lee. Each of the 26 projects features a distinctive look and part of the fun is you can find your supplies and materials by just walking through nature. From the beach to the woods, or just your backyard- use shells, leaves, and more for a one-of-a-kind look. Plus, try your hand at crocheting and weaving with more traditional materials like yarn and string for a finished, modern interpretation. Learn about the origins of dream catchers, comprehensive how-to instructions, and enjoy stunning, ethereal photography on each page.

SHOP CREATE DREAM CATCHERS

This delightful planner is designed especially for embroiderers so that you can track multiple projects throughout the year—because let’s face it, who doesn’t have lots of projects going at once?! Set your project goals, track your progress, and manage your time and works-in-progress (WIPs). Each project has four pages to track and record all the critical details: the name of your project, the layout, the stitches and embellishments, due dates, supply lists and more. Plus, flip to the back of the planner for a reference section and even more handy tools.

SHOP EMBELLISHED ART EMBROIDERY PLANNER

Sit and stitch a full project in just one hour with best-selling author Aimee Ray of Doodle Stitching fame. Mix and match motifs from 18 different projects with original embroidery designs and detailed stitch instructions. Plus, learn how to apply embroidery motifs onto premade items for your own unique and customized look. One-hour embroidery is perfect for beginners as Aimee introduces basic techniques and stitches that are simple enough for almost any age and skill level. Designs are so adorable and personalizable that all embroiderers can find something new and exciting to create!

SHOP DOODLE STITCHING ONE-HOUR EMBROIDERY

The Social Justice Sewing Academy is proud to present 30 unique postcards depicting former President Barack Obama handcrafted by our future leaders of America. Created by young students, each mini-quilt postcard comes from the SJSA youth education program that bridges artistic expression with activism to advocate for social justice. Enjoy thought-provoking creations of our 44th president, as well as support the Obama Foundation’s Girls Opportunity Alliance that champions girls across the world to receive fair and equal access to education. Use these postcards to spark conversation and savor as a historical keepsake.

SHOP BARACK OBAMA MINI-QUILT PORTRAIT SERIES

From the Essential Color Wheel Companion by Joen Wolfrom, comes the perfectly travel-sized mini color wheel! Create color combinations on the go with this easy to use reference tool. With 12 colors and 5 essential color-plans, selecting color has never been easier. The flip side shows a range of each color’s tints, tones and shades. Take it with you shopping to ensure perfect color every time!

SHOP TAKE-ALONG MINI COLOR WHEEL

When sixty-eight-year-old Sarah Miller moves into the Cunningham Village retirement community, she is mourning the loss of her husband and the place that has been home for forty-two years. But Sarah is a survivor. As she reaches out into the retirement community that is to become home, she finds friends, activities, new hobbies, and a love interest.

SHOP FRAYED EDGES 

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