Australian Homespun

Homespun magazine is a place of inspiration, it combines creative techniques with a vast array of styles and themes taken from a team of leading craftspeople throughout Australia and the world. Homespun is a publication that is at the forefront of the industry, made by people who are passionate about craft. Each issue of the magazine features step-by-step easy-to-follow project ideas and accompanying patterns sheets, a variety of crafts including quilts to bags to dolls, inspirational photographs of fantastic finished products plus interesting reads to engage and entertain.

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Australian Homespun

Our Designers • In this issue we present projects, ideas and designs from a number of designers and creators.

diary dates • Let us know about your events – email details to dsegaert@umco.com.au or send them to Homespun Diary Dates, Locked Bag 154, North Ryde, NSW 1670.

PIN INTEREST • Bright ideas, fabulous products, clever tips & quick reads

A SENSATIONAL STITCH-UP • While many crafters enjoy needlepoint, it's not often that it's exhibited. So, the one-person show of works by Audrey Jean Coxhill, held in the NSW south coast town of Narooma several months ago, was out of the ordinary. Audrey has designed and stitched a collection of pieces largely inspired by ancient Egypt, Celtic, Renaissance and medieval art. A trip to Europe in 1986 was Audrey's initial inspiration and she has been stitching ever since.

Selvedge DESIGNER EDGE

Needlework Inspiration • Royal School of Needlework & Coast Collaboration

A BASKET OF Wildflowers • Are you a free spirit bravely growing wild and free in a world plagued by conformity?

FABRIC FUSION BAG • This engaging cross-body bag features a fabric base and a crocheted top and handle. The fabric is Tula Pink's Bear With Me from the Tiny Beasts range for the outer bag and the lining is Tiny Dots from Tula Pink's True Colors range.

FRESH BLOOMS • This quilt is made using a variety of black and white fabrics to create a monochromatic background; batik fabrics are used for the appliqué.

SPANISH TILES • This pattern is reminiscent of the Spanish tiles that Moira saw on a recent trip.

CONNIE COCKATOO • Here is another sweety to add to your felted friends!

THE Weekender BAG • Perfect for your next weekend getaway, this roomy crochet tote is easy to make and works up quickly with a double strand of tape yarn and a large crochet hook.

YARN Worthy

Pyramid • From hot pink to acid green, this quilt is bold and daring!

BEGINNER TOTE • This medium-size tote has lots of room for storage thanks to the depth of the boxed corners. The addition of pockets makes this bag very functional for students, professionals, light travel or everyday use.

ON THE STREET WHERE YOU LIVE • Take a stroll down Anni Downs' avenue of appliqué. You'll fall in love with her felt architecture of quaint homes (complete with lights shining in the windows), just as you'll love her clever idea to mirror the coin-purse clasp in the handbag construction.

10TH ANNUAL QuiltCon Exhibition

Owl & Hare HOLLOW PART 5 • Four-patch Circle and Churn Dash blocks, Home Sweet Home and In the Barn blocks and appliquéd House block.

Stockists

Book REVIEWS • Our selection of new-release books to inspire and guide you on your stitching journey.

Market Place • PRODUCTS OF THE MONTH

HAND TIE QUILTING TUTORIAL

GUIDE TO CRAFT, SEWING AND PATCHWORK SHOPS • Next time you are on the road, make plans to stop at some of the businesses listed on these pages – they would love to welcome you.

STOCKISTS

NEXT ISSUE • On sale December 2023