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.

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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

Selvedge DESIGNER EDGE

Dresden Plate BAG • This stylish bag is perfect for any outing!

Bigs AND SMALLS • This is the perfect scrappy project - it not only uses up little pieces that are “too good” to throw out, but it’s portable and easy to work while on holiday or waiting for appointments.

Embroidered JEANS

STRIPS & STITCHES CUSHION • This appealing, fully reversible, chequerboard cushion has wonderful texture created by hand stitching.

QuiltCon 2024

PINK HEXIES QUILT • Spread love and warmth with this vibrant, cot-size hexie quilt.

FOUR ALL INTENTS AND PURPOSES • Lisa Cox’s Jelly Clip purses not only display her stitching repertoire, they also demonstrate their flexibility of use – from portable sewing kits, to make-up purse and handbag-ready mini medi chest. Stitch them in no time/use them for anything!

LADIES’ Striped Sweater • Striped sweaters are in vogue this season! They’ve been spotted on stylish folk around the world and now you can knit your very own!

DRIFTWOOD TIDES CROCHET SCARF • The texture of this project is reminiscent of the ridges on driftwood, and the soothing colours represent the tidal aspects of sand, waves and the deep ocean.

SCANDI WAVE THROW • Pick up your needles and knit this simple throw rug for an inspiring finish.

Winter Warmers • There are plenty of cosy knitting and crochet projects to be found on www.cosyproject.com. These are just a few!

GIFT BAG • Whether it is for Christmas in July, getting a start on Christmas, or just because, this is a cute bag that could have many uses.

Cute Idea! AGACIA CROSSBODY BAG

Sunshine & Lollipops

ANNI’S BOM TIPS • How to save time and energy when piecing patchwork

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

Sweet Idea!

Market Place PRODUCTS OF THE MONTH

ON THE ROAD 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.