French General: Home Sewn: 30 Projects for Every Room in the House Spiral-bound – September 3, 2008

I’ve enjoyed this book so much. It’s inspired me to great window covering as well as my own sheets and other items that give my home a unique lived in quality. I highly recommend this book.

I love all things French General. Lots of fun home projects to do.

This is an absolutely stunningly presented book, and I would buy it just for the presentation, even if it didn't have any patterns. The pattern sheets are in a beautiful envelope pocket inside the front cover and are good and large - not the size one usually gets with a book. The book 'inside' the covers is spiral bound - great for referring to as you sew. But the pattterns and ideas are fairly simple, although I do love the idea of the Hanging Notions Organizer. As the name suggests, it is French style and to enjoy the book you must have a liking for this look.

A beautifully presented book that was a pleasure to flick through. I don't know if there is anything that I will actually make from it though. It has a lovely envelope at the front of the book which holds all of the patterns.

I looked at this book at the bookstore, and it's completely my aesthetic: Warm, colorful, textured, vintage-inspired. Lots of fun ideas. I would definitely buy it if I were seeking inspiration for home sewing decor ideas.People who like the "Shabby Chic" series might be attracted to "French General."UPDATE January 2013: I bought it and will report back on my experience with the projects. They seem clear to me, but it's hard to tell without putting them to the test.UPDATE January 2015: I made the apron. It's listed as "advanced," but is easy if you have experience.

This is the best book I've bought in a long time. I am inspired by Kaari and all of her ideas. I have a huge stash of French textiles and there are lots of great ideas and projects I will find useful. I have recommended this book to fellow textile fanatics and we all love it. Since getting to know about French General and Kaari Meng I have started to follow her blog and to check her website often. For anyone with a passion for lovely old French linen and other fabrics this is THE book.

Lovely neat book with patterns in the back in a folder for safe keeping. Lots of fun projects to do, beautiful pictures and tutorials. I purchased one for myself and one for my sister so we can do projects long distance! All the French General items are interesting and great content.

Another great crafting book!