Gooseberry Patch Stitching for the Kitchen: 30 Easy Projects for the Heart of Your Home

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CRAFTS ✲ SEWING

Sewing ✲ Patchwork ✲ Embroidery

for the Heart of Your Home

PROJECTS INCLUDE . . .

A Splendid Table: Create tomorrow's heirlooms today with charming napkins, tablecloths, and runners Get It While It's Hot: Make adorable potholders, trivets, hot pads, and warmers to serve hot-from-the-oven treats Stow It In Style: Carry your cupcakes and casseroles, keep your toaster, teapot, and mug cozy, and organize your sewing supplies Kiss the Chef: Sweet aprons for cooks of every age: adults, kids . . . even babies! . . . and so much more! Whether you want to spruce up your everyday kitchen or brighten up the table for a special holiday meal, these delightful projects will warm your heart and the hearts of family and friends too.

Stitching for the Kitchen

For more than 25 years, Gooseberry Patch has been your source for homestyle cooking and happy memories. Now, with a collection of 30 beautiful sewing projects, Gooseberry Patch Stitching for the Kitchen will inspire your creativity in the place where those meals and memories are born . . . your kitchen!

With super-easy ideas for sewing, patchwork, appliqué, crochet, and embroidery, this book will delight stitchers at all levels of skill and experience. The handy guide to essential techniques and the full-size patterns and embroidery motifs will make creating these sweet accessories, home decorating items, and gifts even easier.

Stitching for theKitchen

30 Easy Projects for the Heart of Your Home

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30 Easy Projects for the Heart of Your Home

161 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013 sixthandspring.com Editorial Director Joy Aquilino

Proofreader Daryl Brower

Vice President Trisha Malcolm

Developmental Editor Lisa Silverman

Illustrations for Projects and Patterns Uli Monch

Publisher Carrie Kilmer

Art Director Diane Lamphron

Photography Jack Deutsch

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Chairman Jay Stein

Instructions Editor Beth Baumgartel

Copyright © 2013 by Sixth&Spring Books/Soho Publishing, LLC Decorative illustrations and recipes © 2013 by Gooseberry Patch, 2500 Farmers Drive #110, Columbus, Ohio, 43235, 1-800-854-6673 www.gooseberrypatch.com Gooseberry Patch and related designs and trade dress are trademarks of GBP Acquisition Company LLC, dba Gooseberry Patch and are registered in the U.S. and other countries.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or information storage-and-retrieval systems—without written permission of the publisher.

The written instructions, photographs, designs, projects, and patterns are intended for the personal, noncommercial use of the retail purchaser and are under federal copyright laws; they are not to be reproduced in any form for commercial use. Permission is granted to photocopy patterns for the personal use of the retail purchaser.

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Gooseberry Patch stitching for the kitchen : 30 easy sewing, patchwork, and embroidery projects for the heart of your home. — First edition. pages cm ISBN: 978-1-936096-57-2 1. Table setting and decoration. 2. Sewing. 3. Embroidery.

I. Gooseberry Patch (Firm) II. Title: Stitching for the kitchen.

TX879.G68 2012 646.2—dc23 2013002580 Manufactured in China 1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2 First Edition

Contents Introduction

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Projects for the Heart of the Home

Baked with Love Apron

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Embroidered Napkins

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Cozy Cupcake Caddy

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Divided Bread Basket

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Plastic Bag Dispenser

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Valentine Hot Pad

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Market Tote Bag

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Circular Rag Rug

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Vintage Doily Runner

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Denim Placemat and Decorated Napkins

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Owl Teapot Cozy

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Child’s Apron, Mitt, and Chef’s Hat

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Appliquéd House Trivet

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Snack Bags with Cutouts

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Redwork Napkins

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Casserole Carrier

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Log Cabin Potholder

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Quilted Wall Hanging

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Recycled Sweater Wine Bottle Cover

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Embroidered Towels

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Appliquéd Apron

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Baby Apron Bib

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Cupcakes Oven Mitt

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Hanging Pocket Organizer

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Warm and Toasty Toaster Cozy

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Pancake and Waffle Warmer

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Mug Cozy with Pocket

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Vintage Napkin Tablecloth

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Classic Fitted Apron

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Sewing Bag/Organizer

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d Tips aniques Techn

What You Need to Know

Essential Techniques

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Embroidery Techniques & Motifs

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Measurement Conversion Chart

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Resources

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Gooseberry Patch: Our Story

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Index

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Introduction

Home is where the heart is, and the heart of every home is the kitchen.

For more than 25 years, Gooseberry Patch has been sharing a love of home cooking and creativity, and in this book they bring that love to the world of sewing. This collection of charming and useful projects all have one thing in common: the kitchen.

From potholders to aprons, cozies to tablecloths, these delightful designs will add a personal, handmade touch to any cook’s corner . . . bright and cheerful fabrics make the happiest part of your home feel even happier. And what would a book about sewing for the kitchen be without yummy food? Recipes are sprinkled throughout, so you can make cupcakes for your cupcake carrier and waffles for your waffle warmer.

There are projects to suit every skill level and favorite sewing technique, whether you love delicate embroidery, colorful patchwork, or fanciful appliqués. Stitching for the Kitchen has all the heartwarming, handmade touches that complement the homestyle Gooseberry Patch cooking you’ve always loved. It’s all about making memories in the home . . . so let’s get stitching!

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Projects for the Heart of the Home

Baked with Love Apron Pretty in Polka Dots

Baking cupcakes from the heart for a bake sale, a wedding, or just for fun is easy, especially with a gingham apron to keep your clothes clean in and out of the kitchen.

Finished Measurements 35½" long x 27" wide at the hem Fabric All fabrics are medium-weight, machine-washable cotton or cotton-polyester blend.

• 1 yard of fabric A for the apron body • 1 yard of fabric B for the cupcake top and bias binding (optionally, you can purchase 3½ yards of ready-made bias binding) • Fat quarter for cupcake bottom • Fat quarter or fabric scrap for heart • ¼ yard of fusible interfacing

Supplies • Cupcake templates for base, top, heart (see pattern sheets at back) • Apron pattern (see pattern sheets) • Embroidery lettering guide (page 133) • Transfer paper and a pencil • General sewing supplies (see page 120) • Matching all-purpose sewing threads • Fusible thread • Embroidery floss • Embroidery needle The apron body pattern includes different seam allowances, which are noted in the sewing instructions.

Cutting the Fabric Wash, dry, and press the fabrics.

• For the Apron Body: Fold and press the fabric in half lengthwise with the wrong sides

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together. Lay the center front of the apron pattern against the fabric fold and trace around the pattern. Cut out the apron body.

TIP: If you want a larger size, move the pattern away from the fold as needed to add width to the apron body.

• For the Binding: Cut 2"-wide bias strips (see page 125), enough to make 3½ yards of bias tape.

• For the Appliqué: Trace the cupcake top and bottom and the heart onto the appropriate fabrics. Before cutting out the appliqué pieces, fuse interfacing to the wrong side of the fabric, following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Then cut out the appliqué pieces along the marked lines.

Sewing Instructions

1. Machine stitch a 2" double-fold hem (see page 123) along the top and straight sides of the apron and along the bottom edge.

Valentine Hot Pad Have a Heart

Home is where the heart is! Give your table some love and protect it from sizzling pots with this heartwarming hot pad with a cushiony-soft border.

Finished Measurements 6" diameter Fabric All fabrics are medium-weight, machine-washable cotton or cotton-polyester blend.

• One fat quarter of solid red fabric • Charm pack or 4 fat quarters of assorted red fabrics • ¼ yard of cotton batting • ¼ yard of InsulBright batting (the Warm Company) Supplies • General sewing supplies (see page 120) • Circle and heart patterns (see pattern sheets at back) • Heart-shaped stitching guide • Tracing paper • Matching all-purpose sewing threads • Fluff ’n Stuff fiberfill

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The cutting instructions include ½"-wide seam allowances, which are used to sew the project unless otherwise noted in the instructions.

Cutting the Fabric Wash, dry, and press the fabrics (except charm pack).

• Trace the circle pattern two times onto the solid red fabric. Cut 2.

• Trace the heart pattern 4 times on each of four different colors of fabric. Cut out 16 hearts.

• Trace the circle pattern onto the cotton batting and the insulated batting, cut them out ½" inside the traced line.

Sewing Instructions

1. With the wrong sides together, stitch the circle fabrics together, leaving a 2" opening. Trim the seam allowances and turn it right side out. Slide the batting layers inside (insulated batting should be on top so it absorbs heat) and make sure they lay flat (trim the battings if necessary). Pin the layers together and slipstitch the opening closed.

2. Trace the heart-shaped stitching guide (page 132) onto tracing paper and cut it out. Lay the tracing paper in the center of the circle and trace around it with a fabric marking-pen.

Machine-stitch or hand-quilt through all four layers directly over the guidelines.

3. Make the hearts. Pin two hearts with the right sides together and stitch, leaving a 1" opening. Trim the seam allowances and clip into the “V” at the top of the heart. Turn the heart right side out and stuff it with fiberfill. Slipstitch the opening closed. Repeat to make a total of 8 hearts.

4. Hand-tack the hearts around the edge of the circle, starting and stopping ½" from the top and bottom points of the heart.

Tack the hearts loosely so they are flexible enough when you put pots on and take them off the pad. Too much stitching may lead to pulling and tearing.✲

Birds on a Wire

Appliquéd Apron The early bird gets dinner on the table! Bold geometric prints make this apron a fun gathering place for feathered friends, and a roomy pocket holds a towel or potholder.

Finished Measurements 24" long x 27" wide at the hem Fabric All fabrics are medium-weight, machine-washable cotton or cotton-polyester blend.

• ½ yard of fabric A for the apron body • ¾ yard of fabric B for the pocket, waistband/ties, and ruffle • 11" x 6" scrap of white cotton fabric • 11" x 6" scrap of fusible interfacing • 2 felt rectangles in different colors Supplies • Bird template (see pattern sheets at back) • General sewing supplies (see page 120) • Matching all-purpose sewing thread • Embroidery floss (black and orange) • Embroidery needle

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The cutting instructions include ½"-wide seam allowances, which are used to sew the project unless otherwise noted in the instructions.

Cutting the Fabric Wash, dry, and press the fabric.

Draw a trapezoid on fabric A; refer to the drawing for shape and measurements. Mark the pocket placement as shown (4½" down and 4½" in from each side and the top edge). Cut out the apron body.

Mark and cut the following from fabric B: • 2 pockets, each 9" x 13½" • 1 ruffle, 5½" x 56" (piece as needed) • 2 waistband/tie ends, each 5" x 44" Use the bird pattern to cut 12 birds (or however many you desire) from felt.

Sewing Instructions 1. Stitch a ½" double-fold hem on each side of the apron body and on the sides and bottom edge of the ruffle.

2. Run one or two rows of basting stitches along the top of the ruffle.

Tie off one end of the threads and gather up the top edge of the ruffle to match the bottom edge of the apron. Pin the ruffle to the bottom edge of the apron with the wrong sides together, adjusting the ruffle as needed to fit; stitch.

3. To encase the ruffle seam allowances, fold the apron body and ruffle with the right sides together along the seamline. Pin ½" from the seamline and stitch to create an enclosed French seam (see page 126). Press the enclosed seam allowance toward the ruffle on the wrong side.

4. Pin and stitch the waistband/tie ends with the right sides together to create one 88"-long piece.

Press the strip in half lengthwise with the wrong sides together and then press all the edges ½" to the wrong side to create a 2"-wide double-fold band.

Measurement Conversion Chart & Resources

Measurement Conversion Chart

Where to Find Fabric

Yards to Inches to Meters YARDS 1 ⁄8 ¼ 3 ⁄8 ½ 5 ⁄8 ¾ 7 ⁄8 1 11⁄8 1¼ 13⁄8 1½ 15⁄8 1¾ 17⁄8 2

INCHES 4.5 9 13.5 18 22.5 27 31.5 36 40.5 45 49.5 54 58.5 63 67.5 72

METERS .11 .23 .34 .46 .57 .69 .8 .91 1.03 1.14 1.26 1.37 1.49 1.60 1.71 1.83

When purchasing fabric, we recommend that you start with your local fabric or quilt shop, where you can consult with their knowledgeable staff on your choices. The following are retail and manufacturers’ websites where you can look for fabrics from a variety of companies and designers, find fabrics from independent designers and studios, and research ideas about using and combining fabrics.

Art Galley Fabrics www.artgalleryfabrics.com Connecting Threads www.connectingthreads.com Fabric.com www.fabric.com Fabric Depot www.fabricdepot.com

1 inch = 2.540 centimeters 1 yard = .9144 meters

Fat Quarter Shop www.fatquartershop.com

1 centimeter = .3937 inches 1 meter = 3.281 feet/1.094 yards

Free Spirit Fabric www.freespiritfabric.com

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Hancock Fabrics www.hancockfabrics.com Jimmy Beans Wool www.jimmybeanswool.com Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts www.joann.com Keepsake Quilting www.keepsakequilting.com Moda Fabrics www.unitednotions.com Robert Kaufman www.robertkaufman.com Sew Mama Sew www.sewmamasew.com Westminster Fabrics www.westminsterfabrics.com

Our Story Back in 1984, we were next-door neighbors raising our families in the little town of Delaware, Ohio.

Two moms with small children, we were looking for a way to do what we loved and stay home with the kids too. We had always shared a love of home cooking and making memories with family and friends and so, after many a conversation over the backyard fence, Gooseberry Patch was born.

We put together our first catalog at our kitchen tables, enlisting the help of our loved ones wherever we could. From that very first mailing, we found an immediate connection with many of our customers and it wasn’t long before we began receiving letters, photos and recipes from these new friends. In 1992, we put together our very first cookbook, compiled from hundreds of these recipes, and the rest, as they say, is history.

Hard to believe it’s been over 25 years since those kitchen-table days! From that original little Gooseberry Patch family, we’ve grown to include an amazing group of creative folks who love cooking, decorating, and creating as much as we do. Today, we’re best known for our homestyle, family-friendly cookbooks, now recognized as national bestsellers.

Jo Ann & Vick ie One thing’s for sure, we couldn’t have done it without our friends all across the country. Each year, we’re honored to turn thousands of your recipes into our collectible cookbooks. Our hope is that each

book captures the stories and heart of all of you who have shared with us. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or are just discovering us, welcome to the Gooseberry Patch family!

Visit us online:

www.gooseberrypatch.com 1• 800 • 854 • 6673 We’d love to add YOU to our Circle of Friends!

Get free recipes, crafts, giveaways and so much more when you join our email club . . . join us online at all the spots below for even more goodies!

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Index

appliqué, 12, 15, 47, 48, 51, 55, 72–78, 86, 96–99 Appliquéd Apron (project), 84–86 Appliquéd House Trivet (project), 53–55 aprons, 12–15, 48–52, 87–89, 108–11 Baby Apron Bib (project), 87–89 Baked with Love Apron (project), 12–15 basting, 122 bias binding, 12, 15, 48–52, 125–26 blindstitch, 123 Casserole Carrier (project), 62–67 Child’s Apron, Mitt, and Chef’s Hat (project), 48–52 Circular Rag Rug (project), 36–37 Classic Fitted Apron (project), 108–11 Cozy Cupcake Caddy (project), 20–23 crochet, 36, 43, 128–29 Cupcakes Oven Mitt (project), 90–92

Embroidered Towels (project), 82–83 embroidery, 15, 16, 30, 60, 77–78, 82, 86, 105, 130–41

Recycled Sweater Wine Bottle Cover (project), 79–81 Redwork Napkins (project), 60–61 rickrack, 100

fabric, choosing and preparing, 120 French seam, enclosed, 84, 106, 126

satin stitch, 15, 58 Sewing Bag/Organizer (project), 112–17 seam allowances, 123 slipstitch, 123 Snack Bags with Cutouts (project), 56–59 snaps, 24, 58, 126

gathering, 51, 75, 84, 123–25 hand-tack, 123 Hanging Pocket Organizer (project), 93–95 hem, double-fold machine, 50, 123 Log Cabin Potholder (project), 68–71 Market Tote Bag (project), 33–35 measurement conversion chart, 142 Mug Cozy with Pocket (project), 103–105

tools and supplies, 120–21 basic tools, 120 needles, 120 presser feet, 121 sewing machine, 120 topstitch, 122 Valentine Hot Pad (project), 30–32 Vintage Doily Runner (project), 38–39 Vintage Napkin Tablecloth (project), 106–107

Owl Teapot Cozy (project), 44–47 Denim Placemat and Decorated Napkins (project), 40–43 Divided Bread Basket (project), 24–26 edgestitch, 122 Embroidered Napkins (project), 16–19

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Pancake and Waffle Warmer (project), 100–102 Plastic Bag Dispenser (project), 27–29 Quilted Wall Hanging (project), 72–78

Warm and Toasty Toaster Cozy (project), 96–99 whipstitch, 123 zigzag stitch, 51, 55, 76

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CRAFTS ✲ SEWING

Sewing ✲ Patchwork ✲ Embroidery

for the Heart of Your Home

PROJECTS INCLUDE . . .

A Splendid Table: Create tomorrow's heirlooms today with charming napkins, tablecloths, and runners Get It While It's Hot: Make adorable potholders, trivets, hot pads, and warmers to serve hot-from-the-oven treats Stow It In Style: Carry your cupcakes and casseroles, keep your toaster, teapot, and mug cozy, and organize your sewing supplies Kiss the Chef: Sweet aprons for cooks of every age: adults, kids . . . even babies! . . . and so much more! Whether you want to spruce up your everyday kitchen or brighten up the table for a special holiday meal, these delightful projects will warm your heart and the hearts of family and friends too.

Stitching for the Kitchen

For more than 25 years, Gooseberry Patch has been your source for homestyle cooking and happy memories. Now, with a collection of 30 beautiful sewing projects, Gooseberry Patch Stitching for the Kitchen will inspire your creativity in the place where those meals and memories are born . . . your kitchen!

With super-easy ideas for sewing, patchwork, appliqué, crochet, and embroidery, this book will delight stitchers at all levels of skill and experience. The handy guide to essential techniques and the full-size patterns and embroidery motifs will make creating these sweet accessories, home decorating items, and gifts even easier.

Stitching for theKitchen

30 Easy Projects for the Heart of Your Home

sixthandspringbooks.com

$22.9 5 US ✲ $24 . 9 5 C an ada ISB N: 9 7 8 -1 -93 6 0 9 6 -5 7 -2 52295

Let’s get g! stitchin JO ANN &

VICKIE

✲ Includes Full-Size Patterns ✲ 9 781936 096572