August 1, it’s official, the book is OUT! Amazon shipped pre-orders pretty early and I’ve received so many kind, wonderful emails from you guys. Thank you so much! And here are some of the beautiful photographs from the book which were done by the amazingly talented, Jen Gotch.
A captivating gang of 24 huggable, lovable creatures to sew—from classics like Margot, a topsy-turvy doll, and the button-jointed teddy bear Bjorn Bjornson, to irresistible Evelyn, a wool felt inchworm decked out in mod glasses and a kerchief, and Koji, a fiercely cute spiked softie monster. There’s something for everyone here—from kids to grown-ups and from beginning sewers to advanced dollmakers. Published by STC Craft, August, 2010.
Hillary!!! AMAZING!!! I can’t wait for my copy to arrive! Also what a great instructional video! LOVE it!
Congratulations! What an exciting day!
I got my copy a couple of weeks ago and ooohed and aaahed over everything. The hardest part is choosing what to start with! You did such a fabulous job with this book. Congratulations!
THAT WAS AMAZING!!! I love it!!
Yeah! The book is out! Can I put up my pattern testing pictures now?
That was perfect.
I think I’m going to have to get this…:) My girlie would love these dollies!
So, so great.
I must get to the bookstore!
That was awesome, I’ve always loved the way you stage your photos, they crack me up. Now you have a little animated short…Good job.
PS I bought your seasonal stitchettes and am loving them.
Congratulations!
I’m eagerly awaiting my copy here in the UK. 🙂
The video is great! Congratulations with the book.
Looking forward to my copy! That video is adorable!!!
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Absolutely fantastic video! Made me laugh out loud with glee!
Congratulations, Hillary! That is fantastic news! What an accomplishment!
Oh my gosh! That video is completely awesome! Who could watch that and not run out and buy the book as soon as possible? So cool.
so cute! i can’t wait until i can get a copy of my own!
Congratulations! The book looks wonderful, and I LOVE the video! Soooo cute and fun! The music is awesome – who is it? Janet Klein and the Boys?
oh my gosh, that is just awesome!! hiya penny!! it puts a smile on my face 🙂
do more videos of toys, please.
awesome!
congrats, hillary. i am so happy for you.
Totally cute. Well done!
Oooooooooooooooh!!! CONGRATULATIONS! I love the video and have been so, so excited for your book to come out. Have been a fan of your blog for many years and always love what you make and show. Thank you for sharing this all with us!
I remember when you were working on that little video! It came out GREAT! I love it! I can’t wait to get your book!
You guys are too talented! very cute little movie. I am going to buy my copy right now. thanks!!
Wonderful! Congratulations! And the video is great!
I’ve been waiting for the flickr group so I could post what I made. Yes, I made something within days of getting the book. My faces are never nearly as good as yours, though.
Cannot wait to get my hands on a copy! Congrats!
that video was loved by me… that the littles came in to see it… they love it too!!!!
(what song is that? they were dancing away to it!)
thanks for sharing.
I love, love, love that video! How precious! Congratulations on the release of your book 🙂
I think I stopped breathing for the minute and a half I watched the video. Dying to get the book in my hands. 🙂
Oh, and to see the lamb fabric make a cameo appearance? Reminds me of when we were crazed Japanese-fabric-swapping-buddies.
Congratulations!! 🙂
Cute video! I love the idea of putting all the ingredients inside a vintage toy machine to end up with a great handmade plush. Adorable! Haven’t gotten the book yet. Hope my friends at Purl Soho have it in!! That’ll give me an excuse to visit.
Congrats again Hilary!!!
Fabulous, Hillary! And congratulations on the book–looks great!
I love your book! Wonderful selection, something for everyone and easy to follow directions. Thank you!
Congratulations!! The video is cute too!
hurrah~ you and tim ROCK
so cute! The little clip is darling and makes me want to rush out to the store (aka amazon) and buy one right now. 🙂
I don’t see a Wee Wonderfuler in the shop. I want the book, of course, but I REALLY want one of those machines! 🙂
that is brilliant! i am charmed. best of luck with book sales!
That’s fabulous! Super good luck with the book sales.
I wouldn’t mind a machine like that for myself, it would make making toys so easy and quick! 🙂
The video great!!! I just ordered the book, I hope it comes soon, I can’t wait!!
I don’t know which I like best. The book, the video or the wee people I made from the book.
All just too cute and wonderful for any words I can put together.
OMGosh
That video was super cute! A woman (and man) of MANY talents! Can’t wait to see the book and try out a pattern. I think I caught a glimpse of a “bookworm” that I’ll have to make for my library.
I’ve just reaquainted myself with cross stitching with your farm girl patterns. I can’t stop stitching!!
Love your work.
Annie
Congrats!!! My little lady and I LOVE your video! So super cute! Can’t wait to see the book!
Adorable, adorable, adorable.
We love it! Great video. Wonderful book!
That is a great little movie! I’m so excited for the book and the little mermaid we got a glimpse of looks so sweet. Thanks for sharing :o)
What a fabulous little video. I can’t wait to get my hands on the book! 🙂
Hi, I was at the bookstore today and came across your book. I just had to buy it! I can’t wait to get started. <3
now that is just the sweetest little video i ever did see!!!
Congratulations it looks fabulous.
My two four year old daughters and their two year old sister have watched your little ‘instructional’ about 50 times over – they love it! There have already been requests for the mermaid – Amazon here I come!
Congratulations Hillary! I received my copy of your FABULOUS book yesterday via Amazon. My 4 year old son and I looked through it cover to cover and he has picked out exactly what he wants me to make… although, I think I’m going to have to make everything. It’s just all so cute. I love your book and I hope that you are planning another book! Your designs are so creative and beautiful!
Thank you for writing it!
I pre-ordered mine, but Amazon UK have delayed it until the 20th… BOOOO!
Hooray! Congratulations! What a great video. Can’t wait to see the book.
YAY!!!!!!!!
Awesome! Congratulations Hillary!
Hillary, the book exudes the care and thought you put into all your projects, simply amazing! I’ve got the giraffe cut out and ready to sew for a special little boy, who I know will love it.
Definitely one of the best toy books I’ve seen in ages!
Cheers.
Okay, so I always love STC Craft books, but I have to say- after getting my copy today, I love yours the best!
Congratulations on your book, I can’t wait until my little boy is back to school in 3 weeks- I’ll have mornings for crafting again, and until then I can use the time to choose my favorites to start on, thanks so much for sharing your (wee) wonderful talent!
Yay Hillary!!! Just ordered — I am so slow I’m sorry! Can’t wait to get it and have Hillaryness on the printed page and in my very own hands. Congratulations, sweetheart. xoxo
LOVE the instructional video. So cute!
Best commercial ever!
What an awesome video…sooo cute! That book looks pretty fabulous too! 🙂
Love the book! my daughter has asked me to make almost everything in in for her 🙂
Congrats on the book! And the video. Cute.
Just received an e-mail from STC announcing the book. Hope you are celebrating…what a great thing.
Have a good weekend,
Mike
Congratulations! We’ll be getting a copy soon. And we love the video. We’ve watched it over and over.
jenny
omg. you rock. Can’t wait to get the book. Are you going to have any local book signings?
That video just killed me. As if I wasn’t already looking forward to your book!
This made me smile. A big happy grin. Thanks!
I ordered my copy of the book today! I can’t wait!
I ordered my book last week and Amazon shipped it a day early so it arrived today!!! It’s like Christmas except I am stuck at work wishing I was home sewing some of these beautiful creations! The book is amazing! You did a fantastic job, I love the photos, the lay out and everything about it!!! What an inspirational book, can’t wait to get started 🙂
This video is great! Well done.
Hillary, so much FUN to see this video (soundtrack is simply infectious) and to see your book is out in the world! Well done all ’round.
Just picked up the book and I LOVE IT!!!! I’ve been looking for that cute little lace trim that’s just right for doll dresses (like on the ‘Sleepover Pals’, pg 53)and can’t find it in my local fabric stores. Where do you gals find it?
I discovered your blog years ago. I have made many of your creations and wanted to thank you for helping me rediscover my sewing and crafting roots. We have a long line of them in my family and seeing what you create threw me into the world of crafting- modern style. I have been silent all this time, but I wanted to say congratulations on the book and the video is very fun!
Thanks again,
Lynn
That was so cute!!!
How fabulous was that?!! Oh gosh!! Had to show the boys! So cute Hillary, and love the music!
I think those trims were all ones from my thrifted/vintage stash but I’ve picked up many cute little crocheted trims from Joanns fabrics. Do you have one of those by you?
Oh my goodness, I love that video. Thank you for bringing me a smile during a hectic workday. I can’t wait to get my hands on that adorable book. Congratulations!!
Love the video- so fun seeing your books in some of the indie craft stores here in L.A. Congrats!!
cutest thing ever!!!
i was wondering does the book have a pattern for a Topsy Turvy doll??
Yep, that’s her on the cover!
What a cute video! i love that little machine 🙂
That’s how it really happens!
That made me smile! Thank you!
Wow! That was seriously cute! Where can I get me one of those Wee Wonderfuler doll making machines???
Bought your book at Purl Soho in NYC! I was thrilled to see it there after reading about it online. It’s just LOVELY. Wonderful eye candy and SO inspiring. Well done!
Loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great video. Warmly, karen
I loved that!