Everyday Folk Art: Hooked Rugs And Quilts To Make [Paperback] Review

I LOVE books that have a dual purpose and EVERYDAY FOLK ART does just that!If you are a quilter, buy this book and make the quilt, then hook a rug to go along with it.And, remember the reverse, if you are a hooker, buy this book, hook a rug and then make the quilt to go along with it.Either way, you will learn a new technique.AND, if you already do both crafts, the book will keep you busy for many days and nights to come.

There are eight patterns that range from stars to animals to patriotic themes to game themes to a Log Cabin and finally an Irish Chain.The quilts are made by piecing alone or with piecing and appliqué.There is even a easy technique for making a Log Cabin (not the pattern but the actual Log Cabin) that uses "ragged" fabric.The rugs are hooked to match the themes of the quilts.You could even use up all those scraps you hate to throw away as a quilter and make a "scatter" rug --- one that is just a maze of colors.

Each quilt pattern has a materials list, cutting instructions and then instructions for putting the quilt together, along with graphics to help explain what you are suppose to do.If special templates are needed, they are also included.A full color photo of the finish quilt is provided.For each rug, the same things are provided as for the quilts.

There are tips in special colored boxes throughout the book and each author gives a brief overview about the pattern.The chapters at the end of the book include ten pages of basic quilting how-to's, 16 pages of basic rug hooking how-to's and a page of resources in case you cannot locate any of the supplies you might need to create these wonderful folk art pieces.This sister duo sure has a knack for fabric arts.

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Get inspired to stitch and hook! This collection of all-new quilts and coordinating hooked rugs comes from a team of talented sisters-back with more of the signature folk-art style they shared in their first book, Folk Art Friends.
·Create eight pairs of quilts and rugs that spotlight favorite themes, from antique game boards to baseball and pets
·Achieve a timeless look with traditional quilt patterns, such as Log Cabin and Irish Chain
·Learn all you need to know about hooking rugs and stitching quilts-complete how-tos are provided for both

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Getting Started in Punch Needle: 22 Motifs To Make A Miniature Quilt Or Decorative Embroidery Accents [Paperback] Review

If you've seen an 1800s quilt, you may have seen the results of punch needle work - but until now it's been a challenge to locate beginner's guides to punch needle work. Here are over twenty motifs to use in a miniature quilt or for embroidery accents: colorful, full-page close-up shots of motifs accompany step-by-step instruction and ideas for improving on the process. Getting Started In Punch Needle: 22 Motifs To Make A Miniature Quilt Or Decorative Embroidery Accents is the perfect starting point for a nearly-forgotten art.

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Beginning with punch needle basics, the book teaches the fundamentals about supplies, floss, cloth, designs, transferring designs, choosing and working with a hoop, punching the motif and finishing. The book's 22 punch needle motifs are worked as 5-inch blocks with patterns and instructions for each.

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