So what to do on this beautiful California afternoon? Perhaps it is finally time to take a look at this adorable book by Alice Caroline titled Sew Pretty for Little Girls. Our whole business began because our fearless leader was trying to find modern prints for her boys. We've come a long way since then and it's quite fitting that we keep putting our kids first as we venture on to new and great things. This week we had the privilege of being able to review Alice Caroline's book, which was written for the little girls in our lives. As crafters, we have a special ability to pass our skills and down to the next generation. This book is a great way in which to do just that!
Now, before getting started, I must admit one thing: I'm no mother and I have no children. However, I do have 6 nieces and nephews that are all below the age of 5. I know right? I took a moment from my busy college life to take a second to review this book and think about my nieces (Soph, Stella, and Rashel) and consider how much they would love to get their little hands on some of the projects featured in this adorable book.
From the very beginning, the book oozes inspiration. I know some of us sometimes like to overlook the introduction or preface of a book, but I urge you not to pass up the introduction to this book. Just from reading it I felt a sudden urge to actually sew the quilt I've been putting off for months. Alice encourages her readers to find inspiration in other's work and not be afraid to experiment. So have at it girlies!
In some books, I've noticed that some authors like to tell us how to make an item, but fail to give us a list of the equipment and tools we'll need. Not in this book! Right at the beginning, Alice gives us a complete list of all the tools used in creating her projects. Thanks so much! Finally!
The instructions are simple and easy to follow with cute little illustrations with plenty of tips and recommendations. Tips like how to scale down a quilt or like the one pictured below.
I just know that kids who can sew their way through this book, will feel comfortable and proficient in their sewing skills to follow lots of other patterns too!
Isn't this pillow just the cutest? Maybe I'll have my niece make me one :)
But wait, it gets even better...
For those of you who are super interested...and that should be the majority of you :), the projects include making a quilt, pillows, dresses, curtains, purse, doll, and so much more!
I hope that I have been able to peak your interest in this adorable little book. It's full of cute projects for your little one and includes nifty templates and a technique section showing the proper way to sew.
If you are interested in purchasing the book or the eBook, you can click on the links below to get them! Otherwise, please enter into our giveaway for a chance to win a free PDF eBook!
If you are interested in checking out Alice Caroline's website and blog, click on the links below!
The winner will be chosen by Gleam!
Giveaway ends Sunday 3/15 @ 11:59pm PST.
Goodluck!
Your Fabricworm Gal,
Belén
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44 comments
I'd love the have a copy of the book. Great projects.
The book looks gorgeous. Full of projects to make for my twin nieces
HI, book looks so neat! Thanks for your blog+sharing a great giveaway!
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All the projects in the book look great. what a fun book. Thanks for another great giveaway. (debbie at wowilikethat.com)
Looks like some cute projects in this book!
Cute projects! My favorite color fleece is green and I would make a warm jacket. :)
I would make my grand daughter a fleece jacket, she's almost 3. My favorite color is pink!
This book is absolutely wonderful! All the projects look to fun!
Really enjoyed the projects in the book and would enjoy making them.
Thank you so much for this chance, great for international readers as me ^_^
I would like to sew something to my little princess and my (her) favorite color is purple :D
What a lovely book, I think I would make a cosy blanket x
a quilt!
This looks a great book !
Laura: I would love to win this book
I have 1 little girl and several nieces and your right, they would love everything made from this book.
This looks like just the book for making my nieces some pretty things!
Looks like a fun new book and I'd definitely like to check it out. Always looking for new ideas and that purse looks so cute.
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adorable projects. i like aqua for fleece!! i make doggie pillows and blankets with fleece!
i love the purse, i make quilts for family and friends, i love to sew and i love fabricworm!
beautiful projects. This book looks wonderful.
I'd love to make something sweet and pretty and pink from the fleece!
My favorite color fleece is any shade of purple and I'd use it as backing on a sweet baby girl quilt. It's cold here in Iowa and it would be so warm and cuddly.
What a great giveaway! Granddaughter-friendly!
My favorite color fleece is blue, but my grand daughter's is pink! This looks like an awesome book!
I love pinks and purples for my sweet little girl!
looks like lots of adorable ideas
So nice to find Charley Harper fabrics!
Love the look of this book. I really need something 'fresh'.
This book looks like something I must HAVE for my sewing room library!
Thanks so much!
Thank you for the review - looks like a great book! on my wish list!
My favorite color fleece is sea green & I would use it to back a quilt for my new bedroom scheme!
Favorite color is heather grey...I would use it to make a cute spring jacket for my little one
I love all different colors. I would love to win this book...I have 3 daughters! :)
I love the colors in the book! I would make projects for my niece! Thank you for this great giveaway!
I love the colors in this book! I would use it to make projects for my niece. Thanks for the great giveaway!
I would use the fleece on the back of a flannel quilt. I love to make these quilts for my grandchildren. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.
I'd make a hat and scarf! I like the color blue!
I love this giveaway ;)
I think I would make some nice bathrobes. My favorite color would have to be either pink or orange.
Looks interesting and I have two girls so useful for sure.
The book is awesome. I would love to try everything in there! I'd be honored to win it and use it.
I would make a blanket for my niece in hot pink THanks for the chance to win!
This book looks fab! I think I would make a cozy blanket for my daughter, or maybe some fleece PJ pants. :)
I think I would make some cozy pj's for my daughter. She loves pink. :-)
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