300 Paper-pieced Quilt Blocks [Paperback] Review

Carol Doak is often called the Queen of paper-piecing, and "300 Paper-Pieced Quilt Blocks" is the most recent reason why.The introductory pages contain a list of tools and supplies, suggestions for choosing fabrics and charts for calculating how much you will need.There are clear instructions - with pictures - on how to paper-piece, and tips on putting the blocks together.
The blocks are letters and numbers, houses, hearts, baskets, flowers and flower-pots, trucks and ducks, geometrics and graphics, and many more kinds of things.Besides being in the books, they are on the included CD-Rom disk, so they can be printed in any desired size.And here's a first - the disk is available for either Windows or Mac OS X.

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The "Queen of Paper Piecing" is back with her most block-packed book ever! Find paper-pieced blocks for almost every theme, occasion, and style imaginable. Print patterns in minutes with the included easy-to-use CD-ROM!
·These 3" and 4" block patterns-over 300 of them!-feature traditional blocks, seasonal and holiday themes, alphabets, numbers, and much more
·You can print patterns on the spot using a home computer-even resize or make multiple patterns with the click of a mouse
·Beginners can create perfect patchwork; just follow along the lines for perfect results every time

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Quilt Inspirations from Africa : A Caravan of Ideas, Patterns, Motifs, and Techniques [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

This is a great looking book. Even though the authors are not of immediate African heritage, they have successfully caputred the flavor of African quilting and provided many great photos. The entire book is a joy to own and great to work with. I have used it successfully to make my own interpretations of African designs. I felt it was worth every penny.

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With its mesmerizing colors and exotic designs, Quilt Inspirations from Africa takes quilters into an incredibly rich well of ideas and techniques. Rarely seen, startlingly colorful photographs of design motifs in totem poles, carnival masks, murals, and more awaken the spirit of Africa. Sixteen complete, illustrated patterns invite quilters to create their own Africa-inspired quilts.

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Sunbonnet Sue Visits Quilt in a Day (Burns, Eleanor. Quilt in a Day Series.) [Paperback] Review

Eleanor meets Sue in one of the most delightful of her quilting how-to books.If you're familiar with Ms. Burns' books and/or videos, you know thatshe's getting better with almost every volume...clearer instructions,more detailed illlustrations, and enticing photos of the finished projects.An added treat in her Sunbonnet Sue volume is the clever series ofillustrations featuring the famous little faceless lass engaging in thevarious steps in quilt-making (Sue earnestly plugging away at the sewingmachine, etc.) This would be an excellent addition to a quilting library,and even a great first-time quilt project.Thanks to Eleanor'sconsistently excellent instructions, you'll be able to follow along with nodifficulty...and even a chuckle or two.

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The author takes a classic favorite and makes it fast and easy to create with the innovative quick turn method and an iron on interfacing.

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Design Art Deco Quilts: Mix & Match Simple Geometric Shapes [Paperback] Review

This 79 page book is not for the beginning quilter by any means!It is an instructional book on how to design your own art deco style quilt, or any quilt, for that matter, using graph paper, colored construction paper, drafting compass, beam compass, etc., etc.(What the heck is a beam compass?)There is a selection of 16 beautiful quilts in glorious color, information on choosing fabics, matching colors, and a long chapter explaining how to sew inset curves-which is a must if you are attempting an art deco style quilt.There are color drawings of geometric shapes-waves, right angles, curves, angel wings, and so on that could be used in your quilt design.There are no quilts to choose from complete with fabric amounts and assembly instructions.The title of the book is Design Art Deco Quilts and he means it!

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Make a bold artistic statement with your own one-of-a-kind Art Deco quilt. Mr. Quilt shows you how to create a masterpiece, from choosing the right fabrics for an authentic Art Deco look to estimating yardage, cutting fabric and planning your piecing.

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Mimi Dietrich's Baltimore Basics: Album Quilts from Start to Finish [Paperback] Review

This book is good for someone who has never tried doing a Baltimore Album Quilt or three dimensional flowers.But if the quilter is familiar with the techniques, the book is far too simple.It presents different layouts and techniques in a clear manner, and Ms. Dietrich does a good job with simple patterns.However, for someone who is wishing to learn about the more complex patterns and the history of this very beautiful quilt form, this book is only a taste of what can be learned from far more detailed sources.

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Take a start-to-finish course on Baltimore Album quilts from a famed applique expert! Bestselling author Mimi Dietrich shares all of her best tricks-which she perfected while teaching hundreds of students-for creating these beloved quilts.
-Get a complete primer for every stage of the process, from selecting fabrics and appliqueing blocks to choosing the best quilting designs
-Follow 12 step-by-step lessons for appliqueing baskets, wreaths, leaves, berries, and more
-Includes a dozen blocks plus ideas for a variety of setting options

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Stunning AnglePlay(tm) Quilts: 6 Projects 42 Exciting Blocks Easy, No-Math Piecing [Paperback] Review

Gorgeous looking quilts! Great eye candy! I have read briefly through this book and WOW, so many possiblities. Margaret Miller has the various templates printed on pages in this book and you need to use them to make these stunning quilts. You can also order her plastic templates through her website, which it would be easier to make these quilts using plastic templates. I have not attempted to make a quilt yet, so I can't tell you how easy or difficult it might be. I do own other books written by Margaret Miller and I do know that as an author and quilter she is very good at explaining how to make quilts.

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6 eye-catching quilts, 42 dazzling blocks with easy-to-use cutting charts, piecing illustrations, and full-size patterns.

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Baltimore's Country Cousins: Album Quilt Patterns [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

This book has some basic designs that are less intricate than the Elly Sienkiewicz type Baltimore Album quilt blocks. I liked the simplicty of design and the fresher look with modern fabrics. A good book to jump into applique.

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Ever-popular Baltimore Album quilts go a little bit country, in this marvelous new collection from well-known teacher, designer, and author Susan McKelvey. Twelve beautiful applique blocks are inspired by the simplest designs found in quilts made up and down the Eastern Seaboard in the early to mid-1800s. Susan has chosen bright, strong colors and traditional prints reminiscent of the famed album quilts, to create a new look for some old favorites. Then she adds four bonus blocks for mix and match elegance. Instructions are included for choosing fabrics and for making the applique blocks and border. For each block, the author provides information on color considerations and stitching sequence. The author also provides photos of Country Cousins Variations, showing how these sweet blocks can be used individually in small wall quilts, home decor, clothing, and accessories. A section on writing and stamping on quilts follows and includes embellishing the applique elements with ink.

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A Baltimore Album: 25 Applique Patterns [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

2010 is the year I am making a Baltimore Album quilt & this book is the perfect place to start. It arrived quickly & in excellent condition. The whole purchase process was so simple! I would absolutely purchase from this seller again. (The center of the Baltimore Album quilt is already finished:)

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When Marsha D. Radtke discovered a tattered quilt in her rural Maryland parsonage attic, she found local history as well as an old textile. The red and green Baltimore Album quilt not only had an inked date of 1850, it also had inked signatures of women with well-known area family names. It was the superb workmanship that inspired Marsha to re-create the quilt s 24 hand applique patterns (one of them repeated in different fabrics) and share this historic treasure with others. These patterns sewn with expert skill before the Civil War have been redrafted for today's quilter with precision, clarity, and easy-to-follow instructions.In addition to being a Baltimore Album pattern teaching guide and resource, the book includesMartha s quilt-as-you-go technique and fail-safe binding method. Marsha began quilting in the 1990s and has won numerous ribbons and awards. Applique is her first love, which she enjoys teaching to others. She lives in Crossville, Tennessee, with her husband, Jim.

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Precious Sunbonnet Quilts [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

The traditional little sunbonnet figure familiar to so many takes on new life in this set of original designs of appliqued and embroidered sunbonnet figures who appear in blocks, borders, or as part of scenes in Betty Alderman's PRECIOUS SUNBONNET QUILTS. From redwork to applique, full-page patterns accompany easy step-by-step project guidelines needlework collections will find invaluable.

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Rediscover the charm of this endearing favorite! Graced with a new attitude sometimes sweet, sometimes jaunty this appealing little character takes on new life in the original designs of thiswell-known author and designer. Her appliqued and embroidered creations show sunbonnet figures in a fresh and compelling fashion, perfect for all applique enthusiasts. Never out of style, use these sunbonnet girls in blocks, as a border, or as part of a scene. The new variations of this ever-popular quilting companion will capture the hearts of all quilters, even those who have bypassed her before.

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The Civil War Diary Quilt: 121 Stories and The Quilt Blocks They Inspired [Paperback] Review

A few of the diary entries were interesting to read (I especially liked the story of the china doll), but the quilt blocks were a major disappointment. Each block was named after an entry in the corresponding diary entry rather than by its commonly used name. No patterns given for the blocks, only a line diagram and a small picture of an actual fabric block. Civil War Women by Barbara Brackman is a much better choice for historical background, diary entries and actual patterns.

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The Civil War era was a time of great tragedy and triumph, and for a diverse group of women it was a distinctive thread in their lives and their quilting. Quilters and historians alike will appreciate the timeless lessons shared through actual diary entries and 121 related quilt blocks featured in The Civil War Diary Quilt, from Rosemary Youngs, author of the innovative book, The Amish Circle Quilt.
This reference incorporates instructions, list of supplies, a photo gallery, and 121 quilt blocks inspired by actual diary entries from 10 women living during the Civil War. Readers meet a variety of women including Mary Austin Wallace through her stories about running a 160-acre farm in Michigan, while her husband is away at war; 17-year-old Emma Florence LeConte as she recounts the day the Union army set a path of destruction through Columbia, SC; and Rachel Young King Anderson who moved away from Tennessee with her husband and children to start a new life. In addition to the 121 blocks that make a full quilt, this must-have reference includes smaller projects that use the same blocks.
-Actual diary entries of 10 women living during the Civil War create a unique historical reference
-Includes 121 full-size quilt block patterns that can also be used to make smaller additional projects

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15 Two-Block Quilts: Unlocked the Secrets of Secondary Patterns [Paperback] Review

One of the most fun things about working with quilt blocks is that you never know what surprises you will encounter. Two relatively plain looking blocks can yield a dynamite quilt design by the interaction of their elements, creating an entirely different secondary pattern. Claudia Olson takes this basic geometric phenomenon and makes a science of it. By studying various quilt block designs, she discovers the secrets of why some blocks work well together and others do not, and shares her knowledge with us. The result is a series of striking new geometric designs made from familiar favorites. The lion's share of this book is given over to detailed project instructions illustrated in full color, and Olson's color choices are varied and interesting. I particularly like the quilt "Dublin Square," which combines Dublin Steps and Town Square blocks. This book can teach you a lot about the social lives of quilt blocks.

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Ever marvel at the deceptively complex effect of a two-block quilt? This guide breaks down the process of constructing a quilt top from two traditional blocks for incredible results. These 15 enchanting two-block quilt projects help put the process into practice-plus detailed directions teach the tricks of the trade so that quilters can design their own two-block quilts. The book also demonstrates which types of blocks work together well and why, for creating sensational secondary design effects.

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Color Shuffle: New Quilts from Karla Alexander (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

This book is more of Karla's great ideas. Even if you struggle to be creative (as I do), her methods can make everyone (including yourself) believe you really are creative! And if you are already creative, you will go crazy using her patterns and methods. It is great fun - once you make one of Karla's patterns, you'll have to do more. They are easy, beautiful, and open ended for adaptations. Don't miss out!

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Discover the secret of making complicated-looking quilts quickly and simply with Karla's stacking and shuffling method. Discover how you too can broaden your quilting repertoire by combining Karla Alexander's popular stacking and shuffling methods with a variety of different techniques. Choose from 15 projects in a wide range of styles that make the most of today's vibrant fabrics to create stunning designs that look far more complicated than they actually are.

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Elm Creek Quilts : Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts Novels [Paperback] Review

If you enjoy the Elm Creek Quilters series, and like to quilt, this book is fantastic. The quilts are beautiful! The book is very well written with clear and concise instructions, and beautifully photographed. I really like that the traceable templates are full size as well, a big plus. The excerpts provided for most of the quilts pull you right back in to the books that these quilts are based on. A wonderful series and wonderful quilting books! I really am enjoying this book and cant wait to get started.

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Create gorgeous quilts based on Jennifer Chiaverini's best-selling ElmCreek Quilt series! Here are 12 quilt projects from all four Elm Creekbooks, ranging from Sylvia's Broken Star and Sarah's Sampler to WhenHe Cooks Dinner and the Underground Railroad Quilt. Each quilt designis suitable for all skill levels and tells a wonderful story of itsown.

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Big 'N Easy: Supersized Quilts for Queen Beds [Paperback] Review

I bought this book because I wanted an easy quilt project to learn on.This was the perfect book!The instructions are clear and easy to understand, and they even give suggestions for accessories to use the leftover pieces of fabric you'll have.I made the Quartered Log Cabin quilt, using the same colors as in the book, and it turned out perfect!I made my quilt even larger by adding a border to it.I can't wait to start my next project from this book!

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Get back to bed quilts! Bestselling author Judy Hopkins leads the way with a collection of trouble-free quilts featuring traditional blocks, a range of beautiful fabrics, and easy techniques-all tailor-made for bigger beds.
·Over 15 patterns fit today's larger beds and thicker mattresses-sizes range from 94" to 102 1/2" square
·Classic designs include Blocks in a Box, Double Nine Patch, Four Square, and String Cross
·Quilts spotlight batiks, florals, and Asian fabrics; also find instructions for making pillowcases and shams

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Mariner's Compass Quilts: Setting A New Course; New Process, New Patterns, New Projects [Paperback] Review

Judy Mathieson has designed a new way of paper piecing the Mariner's Compass pattern; no paper to tear away! It's a great project-oriented book, one that most intermediate quilters that are ready for a new challenge will enjoy.

This book contains all the patterns you will need for making many Mariners Compass blocks. I really liked this book because it has clear directions and lots of photos.

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- 2 projects with clear, step-by-step instructions
- 13 full-size patterns-no need to enlarge!
America's expert on the classic mariner's compass quilt design has an all-new method-a freezer paper foundation. It sounds funny, but since the quilter doesn't have to sew through the paper, the foundation is reusable-and crafters will certainly want to reuse it for the two step-by-step projects and thirteen full-size patterns, featuring geese, checkerboards, and more

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Applique Quilt Revival: Updated Patterns from the 30's (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

This is a fantastic find! A wonderful resource for applique patterns with many helpful tips along the way. As an intermediate quilter and beginner at applique, I'm finding projects galore here. It's presented in a clear, concise format with beautiful illustrations. The peony garden and tulip blocks are my absolute favorites followed closely by the fandango basket arrangement.

This would be a great gift for any quilter...so treat yourself or someone you know to some applique inspiration.

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Nancy Mahoney is back with more block patterns from the 1930s and this time, it s an adventure in Depression-era applique. Grab your stash of reproduction fabrics and start stitching blocks from this rare collection, taken from actual newspaper clippings from the period.

*Get 12 block patterns, plus 14 quilt patterns that showcase these unique designs

*Cheerful motifs range from delightful bunnies, kittens, and flower pots to beautiful butterflies and wreaths

*Get quick results with fusible applique, machine stitching, fewer pieces, and simpler shapes

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Big 'N Easy Mini Quilts [Paperback] Review

It's been awhile since I've looked at this book but in so doing, I found several projects I've decided to do (guess it just got lost in the shuffle)!I am especially impressed by the "Hunter's Star Variation."Wonderful sense of color & design.The "Autumnal Blaze" is, for me, a must do as is the "Pinwheel" and "Square in a Square."I think you would find this book to be very pleasing and useful.I've always trusted the author, Christiane Meunier, to come up with delightful quilts.

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17 irresistible quilts each made using quick-cutting and easy-piecing techniques so the quilts can be stitched quickly and the quilter never has to handle tiny pieces.This book is perfect introduction to miniature quilting for anyone who wants to stitch thoughtful gifts or cute accents for their home.Whether you're an experienced quilter or a beginner, you'll want to surround yourself with these enchanting quilts.

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90-Minute Quilts: 15+ Projects You Can Make in an Afternoon [Spiral-bound] Review

Meryl Ann Butler uses every trick in the book to complete a beautiful quilt in the least amount of time.While an intermediate quilter could probably complete a project in an afternoon, a beginner could easily complete a quilt before they got bored or frustrated.

I lurve this book because it shows that a simple pattern can product a lovely result.It certainly will be my go-to book for baby quilts.

Projects include pillow covers, baby quilts, lap quilts and wall hangings.All of them are made from squares.The majority of projects are small enough that you don't have to worry about piecing together a backing.Great addition to my quilting library.

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If you have always wanted to try quilting but didn't think you had the time, or if you've been quilting for years and want a fun break from complex projects, then 90-Minute Quilts is just the book for you!
Through easy-to-follow timesaving techniques and the use of tested tools, author Meryl Ann Butler shows you how to stitch up everything from four-patch pillows and wall hanging to crib-size baby quilts and larger snuggle/lap quilts. In the time it takes to watch a feature film, you can now create a lovely keepsake to give as a gift or cherish in your own home. Now that's 90 minutes of pure entertainment!
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"Meryl Ann has covered all the bases. Here is everything you need to know about making a quilt -- and turning it out in records time! In fact, how better could you spend 90 minutes? There's something here for everybody, so get out your needle and thread and fabric and get going!"
~ Virginia Avery
Designer, author and teacher
"No time to quilt? Meryl Ann says it's not a problem."
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Designer, author and teacher
"Meryl Ann's clever timesaving techniques and step-by-step instructions are perfect when looking for a quick and easy project!"
~ Donna Wilder
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Stitch a quilt in 90 minutes? Yes you can! Meryl Ann's innovative methods make it easy and fun -- even for beginners. In fact, proud contributors to this book include young quilters, ages 8 and 10, who gained confidence through their quilting success. Caution, though, quilters of any skill level will find these techniques so much fun they won't be able to stop at just one!
~Clotilde

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Bonnet Girls: Patterns of the Past [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

There is no way to describe how appealing these designs are if you have not seen them for yourself.It is like watching Little Women come to life through fabric.They are in every position and doing every daily chore you can imagine, including dipping their bare toes in the creek.Their gowns blow in the wind,they carry candles or cakes or babies.They fly kites with the children, teach school, offer up a baked turkey or decorate the tree.There are even three male figures to incorporate. Helen uses embroidery floss to appliqué the figures, which outlines all the pieces in sharp relief.She teaches you to braid hair, twist it in a bun or display a head of tousled curls.The pieces are infinitely interchangeable and all the faces are hidden by stylish bonnets.I don't do appliqué and my little girl is grown, but I love these every time I see them.

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Red & White : American Redwork Quilts & Patterns (Volumes 1 & 2) [Hardcover] Review

This book would make a lovely gift for anybody interested in textile arts, even for someone with little or no quilting or embroidery experience.The presentation is lovely -- two nicely bound, wonderfully illustrated books nestled inside a snug cardboard jacket.One book features a short discussion of redwork embroidery along with illustrations of exquisitely executed quilts.The other supplies brief instructions (perhaps too brief -- especially the section on transferring the patterns)and a lovely collection of redwork patterns so that readers can create their own redwork quilt.My only quarrel with the book is that a beginner (like me!) might not feel confident with the brief instructions.However, a quick trip to the fabric store to talk to a knowledgable salesperson should dispel any doubts.Despite this small problem, I give the book 5+ stars -- it was great fun to browse through, then to read intently , then to pore over as I selected possible designs for my very first quilt!

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Red & White: American Redwork Quilts and Patterns isthe most comprehensive look at redwork available. Redwork, a type ofneedlework popular during the late nineteenth and early twentiethcenturies, is once again the hottest trend in the quilting world. Inthis two-volume, heavily-illustrated work, best-selling author DeborahHarding traces pattern sources and design inspirations for antiquequilts with original catalog offers and period advertisements to helpcollectors identify, date, and document their own quilts. Blocks ontwenty antique quilts are analyzed in detail. In the accompanyingpattern book, 100 actual-size patterns and detailed instructionsenable readers to create their own redwork quilts and linens.
"Red & White... is a testimonial to the prodigious research conducted by author Deborah Harding. This excellent book's publication, occurring during a time of ever-increasing fascination with the old time needleart redwork, will be welcomed by many, including quiltmakers, quilt historians, quilt collectors, textile experts, appraisers, antique dealers, art historians, and designers."
--Cuesta Benberry
"Red & White... is the first book to explore redwork quilts in a systematic manner. This book is a must for anyone specifically interested in American quilt history and more generally in American textile history and culture."
--Lee Kogan, Museum of American Folk Art, New York
"As one who loves embroidery, I have discovered that Deborah Harding's Red & White is a treasure! Each of the 100 actual-size patterns is its own little piece of Americana-and all it takes to recreate them is one basic stitch."
--Julie Nixon Eisenhower
"At last-a fascinating book that explores the patterns, sources, and methods of creating those enchanting, figural redwork embroidery quilts. How helpful to have such a delightfully written and comprehensive reference work for this increasingly popular collecting area."
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Quilt Revival: Updated Patterns from the 30's [Paperback] Review

This book was first bought to my attention by a fellow quilter. It begins with a short history of quilting in the 30s followed by shorter section on color and prints. There are the usual sections on cutting and assembly aimmed at the beginning quilter. I must admit this is the first time I have seen a section on joining batting so there would be no waste. There are 11 quilts in this book.Each has a history of its block, wheither it was new in the 1930s or an old block revived in the 30s. The author cites where her pattern was obtained from.Each quilt has its own picture of the finished quilt, some in more than one color scheme.Each quilt has its own directions which I found to be very clear.I hope the author comes out with a follow up book with more of the designs from the 1930s.As she stated some of the newspapers published one a week for 10 years. That's 520 1930s designs. These are only 11 of them.

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With the need to "use it up and make it do" during the Great Depression, quilting exploded in popularity. By the mid-1930s, over 400 newspapers printed block patterns on a regular basis. Author Nancy Mahoney has been lucky enough to find scrapbooks filled with clippings of those patterns. She shares her favorites in this rare collection.
-Eleven scrappy quilt patterns include "Chinese Puzzle," "Patriotic Star," and "Treasure Chest"
-Designs feature '30s reproduction fabrics that capture the cheerful colors reminiscent of the era
-Block patterns are updated with quick cutting and piecing techniques-get that old-fashioned look in less time

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Fast, Fat Quarter Baby Quilts with M'Liss Rae Hawley: Make Darling Doll, Infant, & Toddler Quilts - Bonus Layette Set [Paperback] Review

M'Liss Rae Hawley's FAST FAT QUARTER BABY QUILTS provides 8 cotton and flannel quilts for infants and toddlers in small projects so easy to make that one can be finished in a day. Some forty quilts go beyond the usual pastels to projects in different color schemes and assembly options in this fine guide.

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Take your French braid quilts in dramatic new directions with bold new shapes and sizes, techniques, and colors. 8 projects.

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Quick-Strip Paper Piecing: For Blocks, Borders & Quilts [Paperback] Review

Even if you've never tried paper piecing before, you'll want to have this book. It takes paper piecing to a whole new level, and simplifies the process. For experienced piecers, you'll be amazed at how much faster you can make stunning blocks with Peggy's revolutionary method.
The book is exceptionally well-illustrated. Step-by-step photos walk you through the technique and explain it so clearly that it's the next best thing to taking a workshop with Peggy herself.
You are sure to find more than one quilt you'll want to make from the project section, and the gallery of quilts will inspire you with plenty of ideas. Even though they look complex, the projects are still easy to make, even for beginners.
Definitely a book every quilter should have!

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"Quick-strip" whiz Peggy Martin combines the accuracy of paper piecing, the speed of strip piecing, and an incredible eye for color to create quilts that seem to glow from within. These four quilt projects (Midnight Garden, Millennium Star, New York Beauty, and Rainbow Galaxy) include instructions for Martin's quick-strip technique, along with advice for fabric selection, pattern preparation, and finishing touches.

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Bargello Quilts with a Twist [Paperback] Review

I don't think the designs in this book are what I love about Bargello--embroidery or quilts.

That said, She's taken what Mary Ellen Hopkins calls a 2-bell block and run with it.One can do incredible numbers of things with this block that looks remarkably like not very much at all when you see just one.

(two bell blocks are generally very simple blocks with at least two different kinds of corners that are perfect for arranging and rearranging in larger patterns)In fact I've resisted using this kind of block for many years.Maggie Ball has changed my mind.A quilt made with this particular block, or something like it is now on my list of quilts to make

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If you love traditional Bargello quilts with their illusion of curves and flowing waves, but are wary of tedious cutting and the complexity of creating free-form patterns, this new 16-piece Bargello block technique allows you to have fun playing with a collection of blocks to create endless possibilities--the more blocks and colors, the more possibilities.
With the newly created block method, Bargello Quilts with a Twist allows you to create the look of Bargello with ease. Strips are cut and pieced in sets of four, counter-cut, and joined to complete the blocks. Using this versatile pattern, there are an amazing number of ways to arrange as few as 16 blocks to create exciting and unique patterns. Includes 16 quilt patterns using this new block.

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Pretty Little Mini Quilts (Pretty Little Series) [Hardcover] Review

"Pretty Little Mini Quilts" is the latest Lark Book from the "Pretty Little..." line. These books are always little treasures that contain an eclectic assortment of whatever the "Little Book" is covering. The book itself is a comfortable to hold size of 8.24 inches X 8.25 inches (20.955cm X 20.955cm). The book's description "...more than two dozen talented designers create 31 mini quilts that look to the past as they rush forward to a fresh future...". An apt description since the books contains the best of traditional, what I like to call 'traditional with a twist, and whimsical art quilts. There really is something for everyone in this lovely little book!None of these small art works is larger than 36 inches (91.4 cm) in length or height.

The basics pages covers everything that you might need or want to know about how to create your own mini masterpiece. Covering what basic sewing tools you will require (measuring tape, scissors,pins, tailor's chalk, rotary cutter and mat etc etc. All types of quilting materials (cottons, linen, fleece felts, interfacings, fusible webs) are covered as is a really comprehensive section on quilting techniques that covers both machine and hand stitching and how to build a quilt; piecing, attaching borders, appliqueing, embroidering etc. A jam packed how to section that is condensed yet very thorough.

Each quilt pattern relates the things that are needed to make the quilt, the finished size, and detailed instructions for each step of the quilt journey!This is a small book that packs a lot of enjoyment between its pages. You will find yourself returning to it often for a fresh idea or a new technique. I think it would make a welcome addition to any fiber, quilt and/or textile enthusiast!

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Pretty Little + Mini Quilts = ONE BIG SUCCESS! Right from the start, crafters embraced Lark's Pretty Little series-and they'll love this exciting new entry, too. Acknowledging the widespread popularity of quilting today, Pretty Little Mini Quilts focuses specifically on this hot trend in stitchery.Mini quilts are no larger than three feet in length or height, making them perfect for quilters in the mood for a smaller, quicker project. These wonderful, modern designs-suitable for beginners and intermediates-are the creations of 25 leading artists, many of whom have a prominent online presence. The featured techniques, all explained in the Basics section, include machine and hand quilting, piecing, embroidery, fusing, embellishing with beads and other materials, and trapunto.



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Twist and Turn Bargello Quilts [Paperback] Review

When I first looked at the quilts in "Twist - and - Turn Bargello Quilts" my thought was Wow, these quilts are amazing! My second thought was Yeah but could I make one. After reading through the directions and introduction the answer is definitely YES!

Eileen Wright's directions are clear and easy to understand. In her introduction she covers topics such as how to choose the fabrics to achieve the different visual effects, how to cut and piece the strips to avoid distortion and how to keep everything organized as you go along. Her experience teaching this method shows in the tips and suggestions which are included throughout the book. The design maps, which are included for each project, help keep you organized and provide a reference while you are sewing. In addition to the beautiful full sized quilts there are directions for making a table runner and placemats. These smaller projects allow you to get a feel for bargello quilting without the commitment to a larger project.

"Twist - and - Turn Bargello Quilts" makes these visually complex and beautiful quilts very doable!

Karin Renaud
Author, "Quilts from the Heart"

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This title helps you create stunning twisting and turning Bargello quilts using these innovative techniques. Here are Bargello quilts like you've never seen before! Instead of streaking up and down, these 10 stunning designs twist and curve to create beautiful patterns with incredible movement. Using master quilter Eileen Wright's techniques, readers will learn how to use strip piecing to create truly mesmerizing modern designs. Featuring a sumptuous full-colour gallery, this is a must-have for anyone who wants to turn their hand to creating amazing quilts.

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Fat Quarter Small Quilts: 25 Projects You Can Make in a Day [Paperback] Review

The quilts in this book are cute.I've started one.There is no way it can be completed in a day.I'm shooting for a month.A few of the quilts require you to go out and buy a special tool - Tri Recs.If I had know that I probably wouldn't have bought the book.

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Quarter-yard ("fat quarter") quilts are the hottest thing in quilting today. They're small, stylish and easy to complete in a night or weekend. This new guide to using these popular cuts of fabric in a broad array of styles and designs, is sure to be a hit.
The 25 fat quarter small quilts featured in the book feature themes such as "Classic," "Just for Fun," "Country Charm," and "Vintage," and can be used as wall hangings, tablemats, doll quilts, gifts and more. The book features a how-to section with colorful graphics, a tool tutorial, and a special section showing color and fabric variations of the same quilt, giving quilters inspiration to create their own designs.
-Fat quarters, a very popular cut of fabric, are used to complete all projects-Features 25 projects in a wide variety of themes-Most projects can be completed in less than a day

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Whip Up Mini Quilts: Patterns and How-to for 26 Contemporary Small Quilts [Hardcover] Review

Making quilts has kept me entertained for more than 30 years, and this book full of fresh, fun and improvisational quilts is a welcome addition to my library. It has a wonderful and extensive introduction - basic tools and techniques are covered as well as more advanced topics such as embellishing and even fabric dyeing. There is a great glossary of quilting terms, a resource listing for books and for supply sources and a designer bio section. The format is very useful: the wire binding allows the book to lie flat and there is a handy pocket inside the front cover for the pattern sheets.
And the quilts! These little pieces really inspire me to try something new - not just to copy someone else's design and fabric choices, but to actually create my own work. The small size of these joyful works is just right to send me to my fabric stash to try a out a new idea. There are a wealth of creative techniques, including some - take a look at the Concentric Circles, for instance - that I haven't seen before and can't wait to use. There are works by some of my favorite quilt artists (thanks Victoria and Kellie!) as well as by people I'm not familiar with but will be following in the future.
Whether you are new to quilting or have been enjoying it for years, I'm pretty sure you'll find something here that will have your fingers itching to stitch up a new project - and isn't that what we all really want, no matter how many works we already have in progress? Happy quilting!

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Kathreen Ricketson, founder of the internationally popular Web site WhipUp.net, presents 20 contemporary quilts from across the globe in this charming, easy-to-follow guide. From the lovely English Garden Quilt to the playful Road Transport Pillow, the projects collected in Whip Up Mini Quilts cover all sorts of themes and looks. With plenty of step-by-step instructions and helpful how-to illustrations, this book showcases an artful approach to design basics while outlining the fundamentals of quilting techniques. Best of all, it all comes in a user-friendly format with lay-flat binding and pattern sheets tucked into the front pocket.

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Japanese Quilt Blocks to Mix and Match [Hardcover] Review

I've been working with the squares and completed two which are wonderful. I know the final quilt will be awesome. The third square I've tried, however, # 35 has a measurement error. The A and C pieces should be 8 and 1/2 inches instead of 8 1/4. These will be cut into further pieces and those pieces do not match the instructions given. And, I see from a previous review that design 80 also has an error and that a 5 1/2 inch piece should be 3 and 1/2. I suggest that readers cut their first design on paper to make sure all pieces go together correctly.

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Modern Japanese quilting blends Eastern and Western techniques to create quilts of extraordinary style and beauty. Using designs borrowed from a rich decorative arts heritage, and often incorporating traditional kimono fabrics, Japanese quilters have developed a distinctive style based on unusual motifs and striking color combinations. With Japanese Quilted Blocks to Mix and Match, any quilter can create exquisite and unique works of patchwork art in the Japanese tradition.

The book presents more than 125 different block patterns, each with complete instructions and a color photograph, representing a variety of pattern sources: kamon (family crests), Hakone yosegi (parquetry) and traditional textiles, such as kasuri weave. Each 9-inch block includes a full cutting guide and fabric palette; suggestions for use, either mixing and matching or adapting to an all-over design; and icons indicating techniques and skill level. The blocks on each spread are related in design and technique.

In addition to the Block Directory, Japanese Quilted Blocks to Mix and Match features an Inspiration Gallery, showcasing examples of finished quilts from leading quilters. Using these examples, author Susan Briscoe explores such topics as color ideas from traditional Japanese textiles and quilts, motifs, and recommendations for combining fabric patterns and block designs. An extensive section on technique, as well as several pages about the fabrics themselves and a listing of suppliers and organizations make this volume as practical and informative as it is beautiful.

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Alex Anderson's Baby Quilts with Love: 12 Timeless Projects for Today's Nursery [Paperback] Review

If you're one of Alex Anderson's fans and can't get enough of her on the television program, Simply Quilts, you have an opportunity to experience twelve timeless projects for the nursery, and get a "snapshot" of Alex as a child at the same time.

New quilters will appreciate Alex Anderson's Baby Quilts with Love for several reasons. First there is a section that gives basic quilting information. It includes everything from choosing and preparing fabrics; rotary cutting "need-to-know" information; how to pin, piece, press, remove stitches; quilt finishing techniques; and the care of the finished quilt.

Second, the information provided is accompanied by drawings to help you process the written information visually. And thirdly, there are some fast, fun and spectacular baby quilt patterns.

The strength of this particular quilt book is that is accurately reflects the skill level necessary to complete the project. Everything that is needed to complete the quilt is presented in a clear, concise manner. Quilters are provided with a list of materials and step-by-step directions with which they are able to create that special quilt for the little ones you love.

Experienced quilters will enjoy the interesting projects and will be able to put their own touches on the patterns.

Armchair Interviews says: It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or an expert quilter, there are projects for everyone in Alex Anderson's Baby Quilts with Love. My favorite is Tree of Life and you'll have your own favorite.

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- Twelve fresh, fun crib-size designs
- Alex Anderson is a quilting superstar

Even the most jaded baby will love a quilt from Alex Anderson. Clear directions plus illustrations and an expanded basics section put beginners at ease, and the gorgeous designs appeal to quilters at every level. Pastels, brights, and primaries, bees, baskets, and beaches-quilters and babies will be united in their delight at these adorable new designs.

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Big Book of Best-Loved Quilt Patterns [Paperback] Review

This book is similar to Leisure Arts "Encylopedia of Classic Quilt Patterns" with simple patterns, AMAZING photos of antique quilts, and info on how these patterns originated. With 82 patterns, it is a great reference book, and the 11 applique patterns are easy, even for a relative beginner! Something for all skill levels. A real steal at this price!

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As every quilting fanatic knows, there`s no such thing as too many quilts. (Or too many quilt books, for that matter!) This new must-have collection brings together time-honored patterns-including many favorite antique and reproduction quilts-with the latest in modern quilting techniques. Concise instructions, step-by-step photographs, and detailed color diagrams guide both beginning and master quilters through all the steps necessary to complete the quilt of their choice. Separate chapters group types of quilts by technique, including Diamonds and Stars, Picture Blocks, Patchwork Mosaics, and more. An essential new comprehensive edition for veteran and novice quilters alike, the Big Book of Best Loved Quilt Patterns includes the history and origins behind unusual pattern names like Drunkard`s Path, Currants & Coxcombs, and Burgoyne Surrounded, plus resources for ordering fabric and supplies.



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Rainy Day Applique: Quick & Easy Fusible Quilts [Paperback] Review

I have hundreds of quilting books, but I can honestly say that this one surprised me.I don't think it is for a first time quilter, although I could be wrong.At first when I looked inside, I wondered how I would ever trace the patterns, some are really detailed.Then I realized that there is an enclosed cd that has the actual size of each applique piece.This instantly convinced me that it is a really nice book, well worth the money.

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Features fast and fusible projects you can complete in a weekend or less.
Bonus CD contains 20 patterns.
Rainy Day Applique delivers quick, easy and "sunny" projects sewers and quilters of all skill levels can complete in a weekend or less, without spending a lot of money on fabric. This project-packed guide includes items you create by combining colorful fabric scraps for applique pieces, with whimsical designs arranged on fabric or paper backgrounds, set for decoration or embellishment. The clever, yet simple designs in this book provide you with great gift options.

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A Baker's Dozen: 13 Quilts from Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes, and More (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

Another well-written book from That Patchwork Place!I admit to succumbing to the temptation to purchase a couple of those Jelly rolls -- but haven't quite figured out what I wanted to do with them.Until Now!!! I now have a whole selection of wonderful patterns! I love that the authors have also included a "stash option" that provides cutting requirements from yardage -- that was a really thoughtful feature that allows the patterns to be used in ways other than if you have those pretty little "rolls" or "cakes". The directions are well written with well-thought out graphics to support the text. The book is cohesive and clear -- which is important when there are so many quilt designers represented!!!I also like the fact that there's a small bio and photos of each of the designers!!It's fun to pick out a favorite pattern (Scrappy Hunter's Star in my case) and then go look up the bio and see what Regina Girard really looks like!It makes it so much more personal.Thank you for a fabulous new book!!

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As the publisher of America's Best-Loved Quilt Books, we just had to get in on the fun of quilting with precut fabrics! For this book, we commissioned 13 fabulous quilts designed and made by the stitching experts on our own staff. Now you can indulge your craving for fat quarters, Jelly Rolls, 5-inch charm squares, and 10-inch Layer Cakes!* Find just what you're looking for in our bakery case from sweet and pink like frosting to savory like herb bread

* Create lap quilts, wall hangings, and bed quilts in a wide range of styles for all skill levels

* Check out the color-splashed quilts--we're eager to share our quilting enthusiasm with you

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Fast Quilts from Fat Quarters [Paperback] Review

My, oh, my.I had no clue how wonderful this book was when I ordered it.
My 14 year old granddaughter picked up the book last week and shared how
many she wanted to make out of this one.It's sew easy instructions and
the speed in which you can complete any of these quilts makes it a book that I'm sure to use over and over again. Can't wait to find time to get one or more done.

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*Features 15 stunning projects using a revolutionary new system for cutting fabric designed to take the hassle out of patchwork
*Includes a block library that shows the enormous variety of design possibilities
Using a revolutionary cutting concept designed by the award-winning quilter Barbara Chainey, this book offers quilters ways to use up Fat Quarters (¼ yard fabric pieces sold in bundles) and also shows how to make quilts in a fraction of the normal time.With expert advice on fabric choice, equipment and quilting practicalities as well as instruction on how to use this amazing new cutting system, this book is a must-have for quilters who are interested in working with Fat Quarters."

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Quilts From The Quiltmaker's Gift [Paperback] Review

"Quilts from the Quiltmaker's Gift" is undoubtably the most beautiful quilting book I have seen yet.Based on the recently published children's story, "The Quiltmaker's Gift", which is also atreasure, this book includes patterns and directions for making 20traditional quilts. What impressed me the most when I first picked upthis book was the gorgeous look and feel of the pages. Upon closerinspection, I have found the directions for each quilt to be very clear andeasy to follow. Directions and fabric requirements are given for a lap,double and queen size quilt for each pattern.I especially like the waythe authors have shown each quilt in at least 2 different color schemes andsometimes a variation of the pattern. An added feature of this book is theinteresting historical background information on each quilt block.Alsohelpful are the design challenges which give you tips and suggestions forfabric choices, block settings, borders, etc. I would highly recommend thisbook to any experienced or novice quilter.

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Grandmother's Garden Quilt (Quilt in a Day) [Spiral-bound] Review

I was delighted to find this book.for years I have admired quilts made with 3-D flowers, but feared that they were too difficult of a challenge to take on.Burns and Knoechel have provided me with an easy-to-follow guide to constructing these flowers--and, yes, I have been able to actually make several of them (as samples) in a short time.
Besides the pattern for the main quilt, the book provides detailed instructions for two other projects and photos of others that provide inspiration to use the included patterns as a springboard for original applications of their designs.I found all of the instructions to be very thorough...and very easy to follow.The authors have kindly provided color photographs to "show" as well as "tell" through the applique process.
I would recommend this book to any quilter, from beginner to advanced, for its combination of technical instruction, quilt history and imagination stimulation.

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The authors update a remarkable 1928 Nancy Page design with color photos of old-fashioned flowers in pieced baskets and six pages of instruction per flower.

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120 Patterns for Traditional Patchwork Quilts [Paperback] Review

A friend loaned this book to me and had to remind me to give it back to her.There are some really great patterns in the book ranging from easy to advanced.Beginning and advanced quitlers alike can find something to use from it. This is a quilter's definite must have.

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Full-size patterns with clear, simple guidelines, and tables listing pieces per block, pieces per quilt, and total yardage. All patterns, whether classic or unusual, are accompanied by a brief history of the origin of the pattern.

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Cozy Modern Quilts: 23 Easy Pieced Projects to Bust Your Stash [Paperback] Review

As a novice quilter, I looked long and hard for a book with projects that didn't require tons of knowledge but would still be stunning when complete. This book was the answer I was looking for! Super simple piecing techniques, beautiful & unique designs, clear and complete directions- this book has it all. If you're a beginning quilter hoping to decorate your house, make someone a holiday gift to remember or just wanting to try something new, this is the book for you!

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Modern doesn't have to be hard-edged. Make a soft statement with these irresistibly cozy, contemporary quilts built from simple squares and rectangles.

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Log Cabin Quilts With Attitude: A New Twist on an Old Favorite [Bargain Price] [Paperback] Review

The projects lend themselves to lots of interpretations, from baby quilts to whatever. A great way to use up all those small pieces of fabric you just had to buy too much of!

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-Unique and hassle-free approach to creating log cabin quilts
-75 percent of quilts displayed at recent Quilt Market shows were traditional quilt patterns
-Log cabin quilts are among the top five most popular traditional quilt patterns
This quilting book is all about creating beautiful quilt blocks with more creativity. Author Sharon Rotz's clever "freedom block" approach is a skewed log cabin variation that gives quilters leeway to sew log cabin blocks however they choose to.
Freedom blocks are created from straight-grain strips that use various colors and widths, giving quilters license to showcase their individual character in quilts. More than 15 step-by-step projects prompt readers to be free:
-To construct various-size blocks
-To skip matching corner points or cutting blocks at specific angles
-To combine many colors and fabrics into one project
-To use countless fabric combinations

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Quilts, Bibs, Blankies...Oh My!: Create Your Own Cute & Cuddly Nursery [Paperback] Review

Great selection of patterns for children's quilts! I had to shrink down the pattern I wanted to use for a crib quilt, but the book was worth every penny! The quilt was adorable, and everyone at the shower, including mom to be loved it!

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Make something cuddly from these 6 adorable collections of nursery accessories.Great gifts for boys or girls.

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Traditional Patchwork Quilt Patterns with Plastic Templates: Instructions for 27 Easy-to-Make Designs (Dover Needlework) [Paperback] Review

The pictures and descriptions are easy to follow. The templates are heavy plastic to stand up to the many hours of cutting I will put them through!The patterns included in this book will keep quilters of all levels busy. Make one block or an entire quilt - the directions for both are included.

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Patchwork quilting has never been easier! Complete instructions, illustrations and four permanent plastic templates help needlecrafters create such favorites as Ohio Star, Dutchman's Puzzle, Windmill and many more-using the sewing machine or traditional handsewing techniques.


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Stash Buster Quilts: 14 Time-saving Designs to Use Up Fabric Scraps [Paperback] Review

My first response when thumbing through this book wasn't very positive.I saw only one quilt I thought I might make.However, over several days, I found myself thumbing through the book over and over again and becoming very excited about making a dent in my fabric stash with several of the patterns.

Her instructions are so very good, I've moved this book from the bookshelf to my sewing table and expect I will be using it until the pages become dog-eared and fall out of the book.

Having been a quilter for almost 40 years, my fabric stash is shamefully large.I'll probably never really bust itbut this book is helping me put quite a dandy dent in it and I'm having a great time doing it.

Her patterns adapt equally well using new bold fabric colors and older vintage fabrics left over from quilts made decades ago.

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*Features 14 exciting new patchwork projects
*Includes projects for creating bags, cushions and soft toys
What is the quilter's biggest problem? Finding a fun and exciting ways to use their treasured "stash" of hoarded fabrics that they've been saving for the perfect project. Stash-Buster Quilts features fourteen fun patchwork projects that are perfect for using up fabric scraps. With stunning photography and detailed step-by-step instructions, this book makes it easy for quilters to make the most of their stash.

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Baby Quilts: 15 Original Designs for Every Nursery Decor [Bargain Price] [Paperback] Review

I have used this book for two quilts. Both of which turned out to be very cute. Hopefully I'll use it for many more. The directions are clear and simple, the pictures are bright, and the layout is perfect. There are quite a few applique patterns for those who like that type of work. I don't, so a lot is wasted on me. However it's still worth purchasing if you're looking for some really cool baby's or kid's quilts. I don't think you'll be disappointed.

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Quilters love to make baby quilts as presents. Here are the projects they're looking for: quick, creative, and above all, adorable. Adorable Baby Quilts is the only book with quilts in many popular nursery looks from bold color to sweet vintage, and a variety of machine-quilt techniques including original block designs, foundation piecing, applique, and whole-cloth quilting. Included are quilts of wonderfully soft and textural fabrics, a quilt to be signed by family and friends, and an heirloom christening quilt. All the quilts are cuddly and baby-safe and can be used for crib, travel, or wall decoration. Each quilt is photographed flat, as quilters prefer, and there are step-by-step instructions with diagrams and patterns. These quilts can easily be finished in time for the baby shower, and then will be treasured forever.
The accomplished quilt designers featured in this book are Phyllis Dobbs, Janis Bullis, Sharon Hultgren, Gerri Robinson, and Susan Stein.

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Quilting Patterns: 110 Full-Size Ready-to-Use Designs and Complete Instructions [Paperback] Review

I really like this book. This book is full of quilting and filling patterns. It is good for creative ideas. This book was exactly what I was expecting. I am glad that I bought this book. It is for beginners andexperts alike.

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Quilters at every level of expertise will welcome this comprehensive sourcebook of 110 full-size, ready-to-use patterns-including pinwheels, birds, flowers, nautical designs, braids and other designs. The author provides easy-to-follow directions and numerous diagrams for quilting, attaching a quilt to a frame and suggestions for using patterns. List of Suppliers. Metric Conversion Chart.


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Simply Amazing Spiral Quilts [Paperback] Review

I received my copy in the mail yesterday.I put it down just long enough to sleep and go to work.My head is still spinning!Rarely do craft books come packed with so much information.I know, because I have lots and lots of them.Rarely are they so detailed and clear. This is not merely a "make this project" kind of book.This is a "here is a new concept and how to use it" book.I love those kind of books!

The book shows you how to make curves using only straight lines.Spirals swirl in, out and around, point to point, and nest inside one another. The quilts in the gazillion and one photos are original works by RaNae and the group of Spiromaniacs who worked alongside her, tested her theories, and put her techniques into practice. All there for you to drool over, then jump up and run to your sewing machine!

The quilts (66 of them!) and their designers/creators truly are Simply Amazing.No pun, no exaggeration.The quilts are individual, inspiring, challenging, and just plain ole' gorgeous.[...]

The book is divided into four sections: Meet the Spirals (20 pgs), Designing with Spirals (52 pgs), Sewing Spirals (26 pgs), and Projects (22 pgs).Each section is lavishly illustrated, making the exciting concepts easier to understand and sink your teeth into.RaNae hands you concepts and tools, then sets you free to express your creative instincts in a totally unexpected and new direction.

There are numerous side-bars of "extra" information that magically answer the question you're just about to ask.The page layout and format is eye-friendly, and sucks you into reading all the juicy bits.My only complaint is that I wanted to read everything all at the same time!My favorite line from a troubleshooting section on p 102 is "Solution: First, scream! Next, take a deep breath." and then calmly walks you through fixing the problem.

Many of the quilts have a very contemporary feel.I personally love very traditional quilts.RaNae has managed to design several that fill my love for traditional and at the same time put me squarely in the 21st century!Some are vibrantly alive with color, a few are calming and comforting.I can't even start to point out my favorites, because I might miss one, there's so many!

To describe this book in just a few words: exciting, innovative, breath-taking, creative, mind-expanding!A must have for the quilter who loves to design and wants to take his or her work to the next level.

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Product Description:
Learn to create six foundation-pieced spiral-based quilts--with no math! This one-of-a-kind technique for spiral quilt design allows you to create fascinating and beautiful art quilts. The bonus CD includes the basic shapes for the spiral patterns and the pattern insert helps you set up the perimeter shape, or draw free-hand irregular shapes without a template.
Choose your technique from any of three methods:

By hand, completely freehand, using only a straight
By hand, precisely, using a ruler to measure increments in each spoke
On the computer -- Electric Quilt works great for all types of spirals

No matter the technique, the results will be simply amazing!

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