Wednesday 13 July 2016

Exciting announcement!

I'm very proud (and excited!) to announce that I've written a sewing book for children!! Get Into: Sewing will be published by Wayland Books on 8th September 2016. I know!! I can't quite believe it either!!

Wayland is a non-fiction children's publisher and Get Into: Sewing is part of a creative craft series designed to get kids interested in popular hobbies. I was commissioned to write the sewing title and I couldn't be prouder! Other titles in the series are Knitting, Gardening, Baking, Drawing and Photography, all due to be published in the autumn. 


The book starts by demonstrating simple, hand stitching techniques, then guides the reader through eleven easy-to-follow sewing projects. The projects are fun and colourful and are all designed for hand sewing. They gradually increase in difficulty, starting with a simple lavender bag and working up to a drawstring bag and a set of juggling balls! The age range for the series is 8-11 year olds. Here's a sneaky peek of one of the easier projects:


It was great fun putting together the different projects in the book and I can't wait to share more of them nearer the release date. In the meantime, if you like what you see and have any children, nephews, nieces or friends who might enjoy it, it's available to pre-order on Amazon here!! Eeeeekkkkk! I hope you like it!

And finally…. my book doesn't have a printed dedication, so I'm going to give one here on the blog:

To Hannah, with lots of love 

Hannah is our eight year old niece in Australia. She's currently recovering from a serious riding accident and is making the most amazing progress. She's also super crafty: I know she likes sewing and was knitting up a storm when she visited last year! I can't think of anybody more perfectly suited to dedicate my book to. Go Hannah, you're awesome! x





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  1. Unknown13 July 2016 at 09:06

    Can't wait to see it Jane, sounds like a great gift for my boys who enjoy a bit of sewing now and then.

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    1. Jane13 July 2016 at 09:43

      Thanks Grace! I tried to gear it towards girls and boys so there should be plenty in there for your boys. x

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  2. Unknown13 July 2016 at 09:13

    Woooooweee! Congrats lady!

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  3. Wakeymakes13 July 2016 at 09:49

    Your whole blog is a tutorial for me. You have a lovely way of explaining things. This should be wonderful. Well done you K xXx

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    1. Jane13 July 2016 at 12:13

      Aw that's very nice to hear, thank you! x

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  4. shivani13 July 2016 at 10:20

    wow - amazing news! many congrats Jane! I'll definitely get a copy to keep for my girl to use when she's old enough :)

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    1. Jane13 July 2016 at 12:15

      Thanks Shivani! I love the idea of your little girl using the book when she's older! x

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  5. Sew little time13 July 2016 at 10:30

    woohoo! exciting! i will have to get a copy for the small person.

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    1. Jane13 July 2016 at 12:15

      I know!! Aw that's Joanne! she's the perfect age (I think?!) X

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    2. Jane13 July 2016 at 12:16

      *thanks!

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  6. Jo H.13 July 2016 at 11:18

    Wow! Well done! It looks brilliant!!

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    1. Jane13 July 2016 at 12:17

      Thanks Jo! They've done a great job on the illustrations, can't wait to see the final version in all its glory!

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  7. Fabric Tragic13 July 2016 at 13:38

    Congratulations! How lovely for you!

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  8. Knitwitsowls13 July 2016 at 14:11

    Well done! I can't wait to see it!!! X

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  9. Ashley cramp13 July 2016 at 15:26

    like I said on ig Yay you!!...super proud and excited for you!
    The above project really looks like fun, might have a go at it for an xmas tree deco? myself this year,
    you are all kinds of awesome
    best Ashley xx

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    1. Jane13 July 2016 at 15:58

      Thanks Ashley! 😘 That gingerbread man is super easy - and no pattern needed either! x

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  10. Graca13 July 2016 at 16:03

    Congratulations Jane!

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  11. Michèle13 July 2016 at 16:11

    Oh, that's so cool! Here's to the next generation of sewists!

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  12. Kathryn13 July 2016 at 16:32

    I probably know the answer, sadly, but: will this be available to Candian buyers?

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    1. Jane13 July 2016 at 17:11

      The honest answer is I'm not sure. I'll contact my publisher and let you know. Thanks. x

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  13. Unknown13 July 2016 at 19:29

    That's fantastic you must feel very proud. Well done

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  14. Gussetsandgodets13 July 2016 at 20:33

    Oh my! How amazing!!!

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  15. Goldcrest42@gmail.com13 July 2016 at 21:40

    Well done Jane, my 2 granddaughters will love this 😀

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    1. Jane14 July 2016 at 10:32

      Ah fab, that's lovely to hear thank you! x

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  16. prairiegirl13 July 2016 at 22:49

    Congratulations on your book, Jane!!! That's awesome!

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  17. Bec13 July 2016 at 23:08

    Your book looks great. I've been looking for sewing gifts for my son who is really interested in sewing but most books are aimed at girls. It's just a pity it isn't due to be released until 2 days after his birthday! It will make a perfect Christmas gift though :)

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    1. Jane14 July 2016 at 10:34

      Ah shame about the timings, but definitely perfect for xmas! There are lots of projects that boys would enjoy in the book. x

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  18. Aussiegirl13 July 2016 at 23:58

    Oh, that's just wonderful Jane! Congratulations!!!

    So sorry to hear of your little niece's accident but very glad she is making excellent progress. (We breed 'em hardy down here.) Your dedication is SURE to make her smile! :)

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    1. Jane14 July 2016 at 10:35

      Thanks so much! Yes, she's doing brilliantly thanks, lots of therapy sessions but as you say, she's one tough little Aussie cookie! x

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  19. Marie14 July 2016 at 00:20

    Well done my friend, I'm SO proud of you!!! And I hope Hannah makes a full and speedy recovery!xx

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    1. Jane14 July 2016 at 10:36

      Thank you love. xx Hannah is a superstar, she's astounding us all! x

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  20. Lynsey Jane14 July 2016 at 07:29

    That's fab, well done for trying something new, children need to be more creative as technology is taking over!

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    1. Jane14 July 2016 at 10:38

      I agree, it's always lovely to see children being creative! x

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  21. Gail14 July 2016 at 08:42

    I wish this book was available when my girls were little. It looks wonderful.

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    1. Jane14 July 2016 at 10:38

      Thanks so much Gail! I wish it had been available when I was little actually, I'd have loved it! x

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  22. hopflower14 July 2016 at 14:18

    What a great idea, Jane! And most timely; a lot of children today are not acquainted with the home arts, and this will only make it easier to encourage those interested to take one of them up. Good for you! And good luck to your little niece Hannah for a speedy recovery.

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    1. Jane15 July 2016 at 07:59

      Thank you, I hope it does encourage a few children to take up sewing! X

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  23. Evie Jones14 July 2016 at 14:54

    Congratulations, Jane. I suspect this will be a huge success.

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  24. Lynn14 July 2016 at 16:47

    Congrats! Very exciting. Hope your next book is on garment sewing for adults.

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  25. goze14 July 2016 at 18:52

    Congratulations!!!

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  26. Christals Creations14 July 2016 at 21:17

    Exciting stuff! :)

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  27. Unknown15 July 2016 at 08:39

    Ooh Congratulations, I look forward to having a flick through it when it comes out. x

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  28. Kathryn17 July 2016 at 08:03

    Congratulations Jane, it looks brilliant! I'd love it if my son was interested in sewing so anything I can do to help that along is good, I'll need to get this for when he's a bit older.

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    1. Jane19 July 2016 at 17:28

      Aw that's lovely to hear, thanks. Start them young I say! x

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  29. K.Line18 July 2016 at 01:23

    Jane - aren't you awesome! How wonderful for all of the newbie-kiddie sewists.

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    1. Jane19 July 2016 at 17:29

      Thanks Kristin, it does feel pretty awesome! x

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  30. gingermakes19 July 2016 at 16:50

    So awesome, Jane!!

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