Lindenhof (notions) House was inspired by a house shaped sewing box gifted to my Nan sometime in the 60's. I have never seen anything quite like it since. While Lindenhof House is not exactly the same, years of having it in the studio has certainly inspired this project.

It has been designed with the essential sewing kit in mind. One side has a set of narrow internal compartments that are perfect for small notions like needles, thread snips, mini hera markers and small spools of thread. The other side has been sized to hold large spools of thread (even a Perle 8 bobbin), is excellent at holding EPP pieces that you are sewing or create a pincushion cubby.

This construction is ROBUST, and as the lid is snug to the house section, it will stay on even if you drop it. Yes, I have tested this out... all of the internal compartments reinforce the outer shape and make it incredibly sturdy.

After having this on my desk for a few weeks I stumbled across a secondary function, stationery! I am obsessed with mini highlighters and this house makes a perfect way to keep them all organised and where I need them. The larger side is also serendipitously sized to hold a selection of "fun sized" confections... and with the lid the kids are none the wiser.
 
Finished Size - 3 ½" Wide x 3 1/4" Deep x 4 ½" High. 

This PDF includes;
• “How to” English Paper Piece (EPP) illustrated instructions.
• Print at home templates.
• Assembly instructions - written and illustrated.

From your stash you will need;
• Scrap fabrics ideally, or 2 x Fat ¼’s worth of fabric.
• Glue baste E.g. Sewline (glue stick also works in a pinch).
• General sewing supplies e.g. needle, sewing thread and thimble.
• Office paper and a laminator OR Card stock around 200 - 250gsm.
• Craft safety knife and ruler OR sharp paper scissors.
• “Add-a-Quarter” ruler or something similar to help youadd seam allowance.

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Adventurous Beginner. The roof assembly is the trickiest part of this make, mainly because it is awkward holding the sections perpendicular to each other. Our instructions are both written and illustrated catering for both learning styles.
 
  SVG Files are available to download as a separate purchase!   

*** FAQ's ***

Do you I need a laminator?
No you don't, this is just a technique you can use if your printer does not like printing on card stock (like mine).

What weight card stock is best?
If you can print on card we recommend that a stock 220GSM - 250GSM be used, it needs enough bulk to hold the sides up but you also need to work within your own comfort zone.
 
Do I really leave the papers in?
YES!! Unlike traditional EPP our card stock templates stay in permanently. This is what creates, and holds the structure of our unique patterns together.

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Welcome to Cake & Ale! Our mission is all about combining the charm of traditional quilting with a fresh, modern twist. We're here to bring you patterns that you can lovingly handcraft using techniques passed down through generations. But guess what? You don't need to dedicate weeks to these projects – you can finish them up in just one weekend!

Now, if you're new to the world of hand sewing, don't worry. We've got your back. We're all about something called English Paper Piecing (EPP). This technique involves wrapping fabric around paper templates, kind of like creating a snug little fabric hug around them. This gives you the foundation to create these seriously intricate and spot-on shapes.

Once you've got these fabric-covered templates, it's like putting together a puzzle. You stitch them up, piece by piece, to form a work of art that looks like you spent ages on it. It's like magic, but with needle and thread.

So, whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just dipping your toes into the world of hand sewing, we're here to provide you with patterns that marry tradition and innovation. Get ready to create pieces that will leave everyone thinking you're a crafting rockstar – all in the span of a weekend!