Simple-to-stitch projects make cheerful gifts American Homestead is back again—this time with charming small projects you can sew anytime, anywhere. Ellen Murphy shares 21 embroidered felt and quilted designs for the holidays in her signature folk-art style. These classic patterns can be stitched up in alternate colors to be suitable all year-round. Festive projects, from all-new felt ornaments to cheerful stockings, make treasured gifts for family and friends. • 21 brand-new designs from American Homestead • No turned edges! Wool felt appliqué is easy to sew • Palm-sized projects are completely portable • Make cherished gifts for teachers, friends, and co-workers • Pieced quilt and table runner, plus embroidered tree skirt, mantel decor, and more In this book you will find lots of small Christmas projects in a folk-art style, many of them made with felted wool: ornaments, stockings, mug rugs, a candle mat, cosy and pillow. There are also some quilted projects such as a wall hanging, single bed quilt, table runner and tree skirt. ― Down Under Textiles Ellen Murphy is the owner of American Homestead, a craft pattern design company. Her experience in graphic design and as a quilting teacher help her create easy-to-follow patterns. Ellen's design inspiration comes from her travels around the world. americanhomesteaddesign.com