Sew Illustrated

We are completely in love with Minki Kim’s oh-so-sweet saying illustrations, so we were extremely excited when her new book Sew Illustrated arrived in the office this month. A collaboration between Minki and her sewing BFF Kristin Esser, the book offers 35 adorable fabric illustration designs in 16 projects, along with step-by-step tutorials and tips for this unique technique. Love Patchwork and Quilting, Issue 38 Subtitled ‘35 Charming Fabric and Thread Designs’, this book is what the title says - a work of charming projects to sew. There are 16 zakka style projects for the home, using free-motion quilting and raw edge applique. 35 drawings are printed onto iron-on transfer paper for you to use. This will inspire you to make your own doodles and designs too. Have fun making handmade gifts for friends and family and for yourself too. You’ll find basic techniques, design transfer, sewing info, design tips and then the projects, which are divided into table, crafter, every day, occasion and home. The coasters, table mats, pincushions, baskets, bags and more are all lovely. The stitching is very neat and there is a wonderful mix of floral and plain fabrics. For everyone who loves handmade. yarnsandfabrics.co.uk, 8/11/16 This book is fantastic introduction to the art of sewing illustration. Using a combination of free-motion stitching and raw edge applique, it is a fun and versatile technique that you can use to enhance and embellish many types of sewing projects. Learn how to transfer and sew any of the 35 adorable sketches, printed on iron-on transfer paper, or branch out and try sewing your own doodles (or a child’s!). There are 16 small projects to make all in the popular Zakka design style, including bags, pincushions and a mini sewing kit. Sewing World, September 2016

Minki Kim loves to draw, sew, create, and inspire others to do the same. Originally from Korea, Minki now lives in Southern California with her husband and three young daughters. MinkiKim.com Kristin Esser lives just down the street from Minki and is passionate about sewing and crafting for her home and family, which includes a husband and three children. KristinEsser.com