Review   www.stacysews.com - September 1, 2006
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Review   Fabric Trends - September 1, 2006
"If you're a frabric-holic, your stash grows more quickly than dandelions in the summertime, and much of it is leftover scraps from completed projects. Too large (and precious) to throw away, but too small to be used in another bed-size quilt, these scraps hang in fabric purgatory, begging to be used. D'Arcy-Jean Milne offers salvation for these scraps in fabric Leftovers. This new book boasts twenty-five ideas ranging from two-minute button blooms to art-shop-quality journal covers, all waiting to be made from your stash of scraps.

D'Arcy-Jean begins by discussing sorting your stash of favorites into a "fabric food chain" and pulling out any trims, buttons, finding, and odds and ends to augment the collection. In her friendly commentary style, she rejects the "matchy-matchy" concept, focusing instead on "make-do" combinations for one-of-a-kind charm. The projects she creates range from bags, bowls, birds, and boxes to coffee cuffs, covers, cases, and decorative ornaments. In addition to basic sewing techniques, D'Arcy-Jean delves into machine embroidery, cording, jewelry making, beading, couching and wrapping. Use up those scraps by trying out some great new projects!"

Review   American Quilt Retailer - January 1, 2007
"Don't waste a scrap! Since quilting has a legacy of thrifty recycling, D'Arcy Jean Milne takes this good "waste not" practice one step further in her new book. Don't we all collect special fabrics, ribbons or fibers and then have a hard time parting with the last snip? Fabric Leftovers gives tips on saving, sorting and storing even the smallest bits and pieces. The "No-Worry" dolls are great. There's creative class potential here. Call it "Potluck." Ask students to bring and maybe even trade their cherished leftovers and then refer to Fabric Leftovers for project ideas. This will certainly spur additional sales of more treasured snips and trinkets."

Review   Quilting Arts - December 1, 2006
"With all the variations on a cup of coffee available today, it seems a shame to drink your hot java with a corrugated cardboard cuff to protect your hands. Instead, why not make your own coffee cuff from some of the fabulous fabric scraps you have on hand? Fabric Leftovers shows how simple these Coffee Cuffs -- and other fun, fast projects, are to make."

Review   ASG Notions - January 1, 2007
"The author is a lady who knows how to use every bit of fabric wisely--and with panache! Her Lazy Crazy Patchwork and Rug Canvas Fabric techniques are two unusual ways of assembling scraps of fabric and leftover strips of lace, ribbon, and other soft trims. Once assembled, the pieces are overstitched, using basic machine embroidery stitches (bye-bye leftover thread?) to create artful fabric. Using her machine's zigzag stitch, she transforms narrow upholstery cording into a spectacular trim.

Then she goes on to give instructions for a variety of projects, including purses, boxes, tassels, and jewelry, which may be adorned with sweet beads. The author describes these beads as 'mouse-sized bolster cushions to which you can add all sorts of decoration and turn them into a work of art.'

No matter how small, you'll never be able to throw out a scrap of fabric again!"

Review   Belle Armoire - March 1, 2007
"Fabric artists are no strangers to scraps, of course, and many do just fine putting them to use. But those looking for fresh ideas or who want to take the guessowrk out of combining fabrics can depend on this breezy how-to book for inspiration and easy techniques.

Of particular interest are pages devoted to joining fabrics. You'll find instruction for fast-method patwchwork, rug canvas fabric, weaving and stitching rug canvas fabric, machine couching and machine wrap cording. Throw in some decorative stitching and you've quickly come up with free-form fabric collage pieces for costuming and embellishing. The author also shows the best way to dissect ties, sleeves and denim jeans for recycling."

Review   Quilter's Newsletter Magazine - April 1, 2007
"Even your smallest scraps won't got to waste with these charming projects. Make book covers, bowls, bags, jewelry, and more--or simply let the colorful project photos fill your head with inspiration."

Review   Soft Dolls & Animals - April 1, 2007
"Admit it. It's the crafter's curse. They save endless scraps of fabric--too small for the project at hand, too big to toss away. Fabric Leftovers shows how to convert these orphans into 25 great projects, from two-minute button blooms to gift-shop-style journal covers. Bags, bowls, boxes, covers, cases, Christmas ornaments, and more useful techniques like cording, jewelry making, beading, wrapping, and easy machine embroidery. Fun, funny, and friendly, Fabric Leftovers is packed with the right stuff."