A collection of twenty sewing projects for home decor and accessories based on the Japanese aesthetic philosophy wabi-sabi - a celebration of beauty in the ordinary and imperfect.

Karen Lewis is quilt designer and tutor, a fabric designer for Robert Kaufman and an author--her previous title, Screen Printing at Home, was published in 2013. Karen travels widely to attend quilt shows and teach. She runs workshops at Quilt Con each year and regularly attends the Festival of Quilts in the UK. Karen is one of the founders of quilt retreat and pattern company, The Thread House, which she set up with two other prominent British quilt designers in 2016.

Introduction
Tools and Materials

LIVING
Cushion
Wall Hanging
Pouffe
Mug Coasters
Lap Quilt

EATING
Apron
Pot Holder
Tea Towel
Table Runner
Placemats

EXPLORING
Zipper Purse
Tote Bag
Scarf
Visible Mend 

Picnic Quilt

SLEEPING
Laundry Bag
Coat Hanger Cover
Stitched Pillowcases
Hot Water Bottle Sleeve
Bed Quilt

Templates

Techniques

Suppliers