Thimbleberries Collection of Classic Quilts (Thimbleberries Classic Country) [Hardcover] Review

In Collection Of Classic Quilts: Quilting Inspirations For The Home, quilting expert Lynette Jensen gathers together under one cover 26 classical "Thimbleberries" (R) quit designs and presents them with meticulous instructions and full color photographs especially suited for anyone seeking inspiration for their own quilted creations. Written for quilters of all skill and experience levels, Collection Of Classic Quilts is very highly recommended for dedicated needlecraft enthusiasts.

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For the first time ever, internationally known designer and teacher Lynette Jensen offers her classic quilts and related home decorating projects in one big collection! In this fully illustrated, 224-page book, Lynette presents a mix of small, medium and large fabric masterpieces for the home. From pillows to wall hangings and popular full-size quilts, projects invite the quilter to transform her home into a welcoming place that will hug you back.

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Amish Wall Quilts: 15 Brilliant and Beautiful Quilts (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

Rachel Pellman is a Mennonite dealer in amish quilts and she gives a very dutiful account of the Amish lifestyle as a n introduction.She then goes into the quilts breaking them up into geographic location and laying out the colour, piecework patterns and then quilting motifs for you to make an authentic Amish legacy wall-hanging quillt.
I have another one of Pellman's books and the big difference here is one of course the size, most are 47x47 inches and two the use of colour.Most of Pellman's books are black and white but this one is in full colour which is rather funny because once you see these quilts in colour you realise why the cheaper black and white can be used.But still seeing the colour spectrum as the Amish use it is very helpful and cannot be discounted.It's a good reference there just on the colour motifs and how to build or identify an Authentic Amish quilt (Center diamond should be in what colours and what quilting style for example).
Because everything is in the authentic mode, Pellman does not mention anything about machine piecing or quilting, but then you should have Hargreave's book, the definitive source, so you'll never have to care.The instructions are fine, I used them to make 2 quilts, but in the end it's rather plain being Amish all the time (remember no patterns :-).
Still it seems to be comprehensive and answer all of your questions except that I think it should have had some of the quilts as samples so we could see how the various pieces do fit together and look.It's a workmanlike book, not very inspired.

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Have you always loved the striking beauty of Amish quilts but couldn't find the time to make one? Unlike any other book out today, Amish Wall Quilts shows you how to make authentic replicas of Amish quilts on a reduced scale. Historian and quilter Rachel Thomas Pellman--a noted expert and author of many books on the Amish--shares her first-hand knowledge in this collection of glorious designs you can enjoy in today's modern settings.
· Choose from 15 projects that capture the stunning patterns and vibrant, solid colors historically used by the Amish
· Discover the distinct quiltmaking characteristics in three Amish communities, such as the free use of color in the Midwest and the emphasis on elaborate quilting in Lancaster County
· Learn fascinating details about Amish culture, language, dress, education, and the ways in which Amish women use quilting as a source of creative expression
Make your next quilt a vivid tribute to the true spirit of the Amish.

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The Aloha Quilt: An Elm Creek Quilts Novel [Hardcover] Review

Hawaii is about as far away from Pennsylvania as you can get.And in this book, that's exactly where Elm Creek quilter Bonnie Markham is headed.(Avid readers will recognize Bonnie as the one-time owner of the Grandma's Attic quilt shop, as well as being one of the founders of the Elm Creek quilt camps.)Bonnie and her husband Craig are in the middle of a contentious and stressful divorce.When Claire, Bonnie's old Penn State roommate, invites her to spend the winter on the island of Maui in order to help establish an Aloha Quilt Camp, Bonnie takes her up on the offer.Why not exchange a few months of Northeastern snow for a warm and sandy beach in Paradise?

Bonnie soon finds herself in the unique position of being perched in a vacation destination, where she is neither tourist nor resident.With her friends Claire and Eric, she explores some of the tropical landscape.But at the same time, she and Claire must hunker down and do all of the planning for creating a brand-new quilt camp, based in Claire's large, restored inn.Claire's savvy native assistant Midori introduces Bonnie to the intricacies of crafting Hawaiian-style quilts.Midori's nephew, Hinano, serves as a native guide and historical expert for Bonnie as well, even though the two of them often end up arguing about something.One question continues to linger throughout the storyline:Will Bonnie really return to Elm Creek Manor when her consultation duties are done?Or will she instead decide to relocate to Maui and teach full-time at the Aloha Quilt Camp?

The best fiction is enlightening as well as entertaining.Purists scoff whenever Ms. Chiaverini dares to move her plots away from the safe cocoon of Elm Creek Manor in central Pennsylvania, either geographically or historically.But that's exactly the way Life works.Rarely does a group of individuals remain static.Its members have obligations far and beyond their affiliations with one another.Following those threads away from the center gives these characters (and us) a chance to learn more about their personalities.It also helps us discover the various traditions of quilts in other places and at other times.Kudos to Ms. Chiaverini for once again providing another interesting insight into the universal heritage of intricate stitchery.

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Another season of Elm Creek Quilt Camp has come to a close, and Bonnie Markham faces a bleak and lonely winter ahead, with her quilt shop out of business and her divorce looming. A welcome escape comes when Claire, a beloved college friend, unexpectedly invites her to Maui to help launch an exciting new business: a quilter's retreat set at a bed and breakfast amid the vibrant colors and balmy breezes of the Hawaiian Islands. Soon Bonnie finds herself looking out on sparkling waters and banyan trees, planning quilting courses, and learning the history and intricacies of Hawaiian quilting, all the while helping Claire run the inn.
As Bonnie's adventure unfolds, it quickly becomes clear that Claire's new business isn't the only excitement in store for her. Her cheating, soon-to-be ex-husband decides he wants her stake in Elm Creek Quilts, which threatens not only her financial well-being but her dearest friendships as well. Luckily she has the artistic challenge of creating her own unique Hawaiian quilt pattern to distract her-and new friends like Hinano Paoa, owner of the Nä Mele Hawai‘i Music Shop, who introduces Bonnie to the fascinating traditions of Hawaiian culture and reminds her that love can be found when and where you least expect it.

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

I purchased this book because I had just finished reading the 8th. book in the Elm Creek Quilt series by Jennifer Chiaverini.
I wanted to have the patterns so I could make the quilts from the series. The pictures of the quilts are beautiful and the directions for making the quilts are excellent. Along with the picture of each quilt, Jennifer has given a short background about each quilt and how it fits into the plot of the stories in the series. In order to appreciate this book, you should read the Elm Creek Quilt series. Once you read the first book, you'll be hooked. I'm anxious to get started on my own Elm Creek Quilt.

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Join best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverini in creating quilts inspired by her best-selling Elm Creek Quilts novels.Quilters will get reacquainted with their favorite characters from the Elm Creek Quilts series while browsing through a dozen brand-new quilts.The 12 all-new quilt projects inspired by the series include three from the author's latest book, The Master Quilter.Every quilt tells a story of its own introducing both longtime fans and those just discovering the appeal of Elm Creek Quilts to new and familiar characters with each quilt pattern.-12 all-new quilt projects inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts novels, including 3 from Jennifer's latest book, The Master Quilter-Read about new and familiar characters with each quilt pattern-Projects for everyone - easy or more challenging, piecing or applique-Jennifer shares her insider's view of a cross-country book tour

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More Elm Creek Quilts: 30+ Traditional Blocks 11 Projects Favorite Character Sketches [Paperback] Review

I enjoyed looking at the quilt talked about in the Elm Creek Books. I love to quilt my try and make one from this book.

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11 timeless quilts inspired by the author's best-selling novels, with more than 30 blocks and favorite character sketches.

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Sylvia's Bridal Sampler from Elm Creek Quilts: The True Story Behind the Quilt - 140 Traditional Blocks [Paperback] Review

This book was certainly worth the wait as it is more than beauiful from cover to cover.I just got mine in the mail and could hardly wait to carry it back to my little retreat to enjoy. How I would love to say that I had created and personally made this entire quilt...and all by hand, never-the-less! It is a dream quilt in a book so expertly put together, a quilt I have often wondered what it would look like and how Sylvia would react to the creation made out of love my her quilter friends....after reading the books by Jennifer Chiaverini, and just letting my imagination get carried away with me. Tis so nice to still be able to dream and find dreams do come true...at least in the books created by Jennifer. Sure hope here story telling and quilting days are not over. I hunger for the next book to come off the press, and yes, have devoured the book "The Lost Quilter".

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Create your own authentic version of the bridal sampler quilt made for Sylvia Compson in the best-selling novel The Master Quilter.

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