House Plant by Sue Spargo

House Plants by Sue Spargo – Book Description

Celebrate texture, colour, and slow‑stitch magic with House Plants by renowned textile artist Sue Spargo. This beautiful book invites makers into a stitched indoor garden, where every leaf, stem, and bloom is brought to life through Sue’s signature layering techniques, bold wool appliqué, and imaginative embroidery.

Perfect for quilters, embroiderers, and lovers of richly tactile projects, House Plants blends approachable instruction with inspiring artistry. Inside, you’ll find step‑by‑step guidance, detailed stitch diagrams, and stunning photography that showcases each project’s dimensional charm. Whether you’re new to Sue’s world or already a devoted fan, this book offers a fresh, joyful way to explore texture and colour through botanical motifs.

What You’ll Find Inside

• A curated collection of plant‑themed appliqué and embroidery projects

• Clear instructions for Sue’s signature layered wool appliqué techniques

• Stitch guides covering embellishment favourites like bullion knots, drizzle stitches, picots, and more

• Full‑colour photography to inspire your palette and composition choices

• Designs suitable for quilts, wall hangings, cushions, bags, and mixed‑media textile art

Why Makers Love It

House Plants is a celebration of playful detail and tactile joy. Every project encourages experimentation — with thread weight, stitch texture, colour layering, and dimensional embellishment — making it a perfect companion for makers who love to push their creativity further.

If you adore slow stitching, wool appliqué, or Sue Spargo’s vibrant design style, this book will quickly become a favourite in your studio.