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Handmade Hostess: 12 Imaginative Party Ideas for Unforgettable Entertaining 36 Sewing & Craft Projects • 12 Desserts
Author(s): Kelly Lee-Creel (Author), Rebecca Soder (Author)
- Publisher: Stash Books
- Publication Date: 16 Mar. 2013
- Language: English
- Print length: 160 pages
- ISBN-10: 1607055600
- ISBN-13: 9781607055600
Book Description
In this book, Kelly and Rebecca have captured the heart of social gatherings for special occasions―expressing your love for family and friends in the DIY spirit of decorating, baking, and sewing. Discover how easy it can be to plan and create stylishly themed parties for all ages without breaking the bank. Have fun stitching and crafting creative décor projects along with matching party favors for your guests…plus, each party theme comes with its own signature dessert recipe. Dozens of sewing and no-sew projects for all skill levels, ranging from chic and elegant to festive and whimsical.
*Special handmade touches make every party a big hit, from birthdays and bridal showers to picnics and tea parties *Learn tips and tricks for planning and organizing (and saving money!) so you can have as much fun as your guests
*Includes dozens of sewing and no-sew projects for all skill levels with lots of variety―choose something chic and elegant or festive and whimsical
Editorial Reviews
Review
March 13
Fabric designer Lee-Creel and Soder, a stay-at-home mom with a home-based baking business, join forces for this collection of party-themed crafts and recipes. Organized by season and occasion, the party plans include holiday gatherings, children’s birthday parties, and a bridal shower. Each includes a variety of crafts, with a focus on decor and favors. Most of the decor projects require basic machine-sewing skills; though there are a few that use hand embroidery, paper crafting, or crafting with natural materials such as branches or flowers. The recipes are standard party fare, tailored to the theme of each event. VERDICT: Some of these projects are more successful than others, and it’s difficult to imagine putting this much time and effort into handmade party accessories for a child’s party or an outdoor picnic, but creative entertainers will find a wealth of ideas and inspiration in this collection.
― Library Journal, USA
