Seven million (and counting) page views can't be wrong. 'A Spoonful of Sugar Designs,' the craft blog Lisa Cox shares with her daughter Sarah, is the perfect touch of charm and pinch of creativity that inspires us to sew. This sewing book, chalk full of projects will truly want to make, speaks to the zakka style. Each project graduates in difficulty to build sewing skills and teach a number of different techniques -- including patchwork, simple raw edge applique, sashiko, candlewick embroidery, crochet, and ribbons/trim embellishment. Most projects can be completed in an afternoon to appeal to the busy, modern sewers. SELLING POINTS: ? Savvy items are practical to use around the home but attractive enough give as gifts. ? Perfect for confident beginners to intermediate sewists ? A variety of techniques--patchwork, raw edge applique, sashiko, candlewick embroidery, and more. ? Spoonful of Sugar Designs blog boasts nearly 185,000 monthly views, and Lisa has over 50,000 fans on Pinterest ? Author is Australian (Hillarys, WA) www.aspoonfulofsugardesigns.com REVIEWS: "If you love the things she makes, you'll love this book. As it is with her tutorials and projects, the instructions are well-done and easy to follow. Lisa has a wonderful style with labels, ribbon, ruffles and all the little touches that make something extra-specially good. Those Aussies...they sure know how to make really cute stuff." --Moda Fabrics blog