Quilt Africa [Paperback] Review

The book deserves 5 stars for the photographs of the stunning Africa-inspired quilts, but 3 for the lousy directions. The first half of the book is a photgraphic display of artistic quilts, sure to inspire anyone.Many different styles of quilting, lots of applique, all featuring gorgeous African fabrics and motifs.The second half has directions for 12 different quilts. The photographs are excellent and most of the projects include a photographic close-up of part of the quilt.Some of the projects would be suitable for beginners, but the directions assume that you either have another source of information on how to quilt, are incomplete, or are incorrect.A number of quilts require applique, and the brief directions in the book are not sufficient.Some of the directions are totally incorrect--so read carefully and think through the project.Use the photographs as inspiration for your own design.The applique templates are great, so between the templates and the photographs, there is plenty to inspire you.

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In this book, the sisters Jenny and Pat give instructions for quilts that have an essence of Africa about them. A short introduction explains materials, techniques, and tops. After which the first part of the book showcases stunning African quilts, and the scenery, animals or craft that has inspired them. The main section of the book gives the reader instructions for making 13 quilts, clearly explained with patterns and easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. Quilters may choose to work either by hand or machine, using whatever methods they prefer piecing, appliqu, or a combination of both. The quilts range from traditional to contemporary, suitable for inexperienced to advanced quilters. The artistry of the African-inspired ideas and techniques will encourage you to enrich your quiltmaking repertoire. AUTHORBIO: Sisters, Jenny and Pat were born and grew up in Johannesburg, being third generation South Africans. Neither can remember a time in their lives when they were not surrounded by fabric and were not engaged in some form of handwork, be it dressmaking or embroidery. Therefore, when South african women started doing patchwork during the 70s it seemed natural for them to become involved in the quilting process. AUTHORBIO: Sisters, Pat and Jenny were born and grew up in Johannesburg, being third generation South Africans. They started teaching quilting in 1978 and over the years have conducted basic, intermediate and advanced courses in piecing, applique, quilting and embroidery. They have taught courses at the South African National Quilt Festivals from 1988 up to the present time. REVIEW: Jenny Williamson and Pat Parker's Quilt Africa is also a 'not to miss' exploration, using the fabrics and motifs of Africa as a foundation for building different quilts. There are over a dozen quilt projects in living color, from traditional to contemporary patterns, and a diversity of styles and options to make each different. Specific tips on depicting the animals of Africa in quilt format take into account sizing and color challenges...

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