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This is book is a little gem, the patterns are all full sized and easy to trace through copy paper so you don't have to cut your book. The instructions are clear and simple to follow. The detail is wonderful and the finished items are lovely and very charismatic. You will be able to produce items that will last for years and will passed on to future generations to enjoy as they are timeless. Simple stitches are all the skills you will need and the step by step diagrams make it so easy to do. This book will become a go to for Christmas ideas and I will certainly be reproducing some for the children in my class to play with.

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Jackie Wicketts, Customer Review

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Christmas 2017

Stitching felt is cheap, cheerful and incredibly easy! This book's instructions are accompanied by handy photos for all of the hand stitches and shaping techniques you'll need to make a choice of 30 projects ranging from cute tree decs to complete nativity. The most difficult thing will be deciding whether to keep or gift your creations!

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Sew magazine

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Making your own decorations has never been more popular. Ready-made felt is easy to come by, a joy to work with and with 30 easy-to-make projects the most difficult part will be deciding which to make! The techniques and stitches are explained with clear, step-by-step photos and all the templates are provided. It's a feast of ideas and inspiration for a creative Christmas.

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Machine Knitting Monthly

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Ishii (Mini Knitted Toys) demonstrates the basics of soft-sculpture with wool felt in this Christmas-themed collection. Projects include figurines (Santa Claus, a nativity set, elves, reindeer, angels, and snowmen) and ornaments and decorations (Christmas cookies, a Yule log, and a wreath). Ishii begins with a step-by-step overview of the techniques used in the projects via two small designs—a doll and a donkey—which allows her to simplify the instructions for most of the other projects. Larger designs are divided into easy-to-manage pieces, such as the elaborate gingerbread house, which is comprised of numerous components, including a tiny Hansel and Gretel. Full-size templates for each of the designs are provided. VERDICT Ishii’s clever, whimsical pieces are a delightful addition to crafters’ holiday decor.

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Library Journal, USA

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Issue 52

In her introduction Sachiyo Ishii describes how she discovered a love of making felt dolls at the age of 10. In this book she provides simpl step-by-step instructions with clear photos, to help anyone create a range of felt dolls and decorations. All the templates are provided and most are actual size. At the front of the book Ishii explains how to use them and describes the various types of stitch used. There's a great range of products in this book, from camels to gingerbread houses and including a full nativity scene. I like the versatility in some figures that are made to stand and some hang. I think there's also enough information in this book for crafter's to be able to adapt their own designs and have lots of creative fun.

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Juno