I love to get lost in a great book. Lush visuals, inspired writing…ideas that get my creativity flowing with projects; be it sewing, crafting or painting. I’ve been very fortunate over the years to have great relationships with Chronicle books in San Francisco and Stewart Tabori & Chang in New York. We’ve published these wonderful tomes that you can find for purchase online via my links. I hope you find your inspiration in these pages. We don’t stock them in our Caravan Souk shop (storage is tight!), but we’ve provided links from popular online sellers below. Enjoy! xo Amy
amy butler’s blossom
express love, create beauty, be kind
chronicle books
I’m so excited to be able to offer this beautiful printed version of online issues 1 and 2, all bound together into 440 colorful pages of heavy duty inspiration and insight! My friends at Chronicle books have done it again. A stunning softbound collection of artistic visuals, stories, travels, crafts, and passionate creatives sharing their dreams - all compiled in a lush, gorgeous and tactile journal, straight from my heart!
amy butler’s piece keeping
20 Stylish Projects that Celebrate Patchwork
chronicle books
It’s all about patchwork! From lampshades to pillows, quilts to statement jewelry, Piece Keeping is the perfect go-to for the craft and sewing enthusiast. I’ve included clear sections on traditional sewing themes, tools, and methods. Because of the wide variety of projects, I believe this book will appeal to anyone drawn to a modern take on traditional techniques. My 20 inspiring projects include dozens of how-to diagrams, plus 9 sheets of full-size patterns stored in an attached envelope. Enjoy!
amy butler stencils
fresh, decorative patterns for home, fashion & craft
chronicle books
I've always loved to stencil, and so creating this how-to book with 14 unique, pre-cut designs was a natural for me! These easy-to-use stencils are perfect for mixing and matching to create your own personal style statement on a wide variety of surfaces (including fabric!). From overlapping designs on a canvas chair cover, to repeating patterns on flowing gauze curtains, or maybe one statement graphic on a tee shirt, the wide variety of ideas are backed up with how-to instructions for many surfaces. Also, there's a section on creating your own designs!
amy butler's midwest modern
a fresh design spirit for the modern lifestyle
Stewart Tabori & Chang
224 pages of lavish photography showcasing my fabric and design but also personal spaces, collections, gardens, and ideas that inspire them. The cover has a spot varnish of one of my prints, and my husband David did all of the photos! It's a visual journal full of ideas and inspiration with something luscious on every spread!
amy butler's style stitches
12 easy ways to 26 wonderful bags
chronicle books
Nothing but bag designs! Twelve basic patterns along with many variations to customize your designs to achieve 26 unique looks! I started with very refined and styled shapes -ranging from chic clutches and delicate wristlets to pretty, modern hobo bags. The projects have a keen attention to detail & construction with easy-to-follow step-by-step directions. There's a comprehensive techniques section, lush and inspiring photography with plenty of details and a bound-in pocket filled with the patterns themselves.
amy butler's little stitches
20 keepsake sewing projects for baby and mom
chronicle books
In this lavishly illustrated sewing projects book, you'll find charming and contemporary projects for the nursery, baby wear, soft toys, and many more surprises! The projects are designed for babies 0-12 months and their mothers. It was fun to produce these little treasures, and I think you'll find many projects in here for all the wee ones in your world.
OUT OF PRINT - but you can buy for your Amazon Kindle here!
amy butler's in stitches
25 simple and stylish sewing projects
chronicle books
My first sewing projects book with Chronicle Books. In Stitches includes more than 25 simple projects for styling every part of your life. The book includes home and personal style projects including some of my favorite bag designs.
OUT OF PRINT - but you can buy for your Amazon Kindle here!