Machine Quilting Made Easy [Paperback] Review

I'm a self taught quilter who had almost given up on machine quilting!Ms. Nobles walks the reader through the process of various types of quilting patterns with step-by-step instructions.She privdes the readerwith information on needle types, use of different threads.What Iappreciated most was that the book encouraged me to continue to work on newtechniques and not give up when I didn't master it the first time.Thisbook has greatly enchanced my quilting skills!

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At last! Machine Quilting Made Easy makes learning to machine quilt easy and fun. Get familiar with the basics as you do the exercises; then use the samples you make as handy references.
- Learn to machine quilt with sixteen lessons in straight-line quilting with a walking foot, freehand quilting with a darning foot, quilting with decorative threads, and more
- Includes five comprehensive charts for selecting needles, thread, and batting
- Find guidelines for planning quilts and basic techniques for finishing quilts

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Better Together: Two-Block Designs for Dynamic Quilts (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

As one would expect from Martingale, Better Together is a wonderfully produced and well-written book that will inspire both beginning and advanced quilters.In the first few pages, the award-winning author provides insight on fabric selection and preparation and quiltmaking basics, including many of her useful "insider" tips for piecing and quilting that will also be useful to advanced quilters.The cover photo is an appropriate representation of the book's contents - the quilts are striking and beautifully photographed in full-page format.

Through the 10 main chapters of the book, the author shows how to make dynamic, visually-intricate quilts by combining only two separate block designs in each quilt.The author's choice of colors and value take advantage of the alternate patterns that emerge as the different blocks are joined.Included are examples of how different color choices can dramatically alter the look of a quilt, as well as patterns that would be suitable for large-patterned themed fabrics.

The blocks are all rotary cut and constructed with squares, rectangles, and half or quarter square triangles.Instructions for each quilt, including fabric requirements, cutting measurements and construction steps, are complete and clearly and concisely written.Full-color illustrations matching the photographed quilt accompany each step, and quilting suggestions are also provided.

The author's personable writing style makes you feel as though you had a good friend sitting with you as you are sewing.This is a lovely book from beginning to end.The author's knowledge, passion for quilting and warm writing style are an inspiration - Quilters and this book are truly "Better Together."We hope to see another book from this author soon!

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Create a few quilt blocks, put them together, and stand back for exciting results! The individual blocks are striking, but it's the quilt settings that create sheer magic. Easier than they look, each of these 10 projects features either one repeating block or two alternating blocks. Where the blocks intersect, the lines blur from one block to the next, creating gorgeous and unexpected designs. * Projects are primarily lap-sized, requiring a smaller investment of time and fabric
* Quilters of all skill levels can create eye-catching projects
* Styles are traditional and elegant, great for gift giving and home decor

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Traditional Quilts Today's Techniques [Paperback] Review

In machine-technique workshops, Ricky Tims refers to this book as his "Bible." Crammed with great techniques, and many are EASIER ways to do things that look NICER than what you've been taught to do. From the cover it looks like a book about applique, but it caused a big reduction in my cursing about binding and finishing.

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Quilting Possibilities...Freehand Filler Patterns (Golden Threads) [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

I bought this book because I wanted to get some fresh ideas for freehand, no-marking machine quilting, and this book delivered.I didn't have to wade through pages of info on how to make a quilt top, or how to baste a top to get it ready to quilt.It jumped right into a huge number of drawings of different designs used in standard quilt blocks.You could copy, enlarge, or reduce the designs if you absolutely must mark your quilt top, but they are meant to be done in a freehanded manner.I would consider this a book for those who are already well versed in machine or longarm quilting, as it doesn't give you step 1, step 2, and step 3 directions like some of the beginning machine quilting books do.So, if you are a beginner, wait awhile before you purchase this book.

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Collectors of quilting patterns are as intense as fabricaholics - they can never have enough! Here are three dozen traditional pieced blocks with full-sized worksheets that help identify the areas that need quilting. Multiply this by your choice of four different filler categories: flames, feathers, spheres, or swirls. Add additional filler patterns for cornerstones, sashing strips, and background quilting, and you have unlimited possibilities! This is not your regular pattern book to be followed line-for-line. Rather it explores unlimited quilting ideas and possibilities. Learn how to enhance the main motif by combining different background designs - curls, swirls, and other machine quilting staples - with the four basic fillers to complement the project. Whatever type of quilting system you utilize for machine quilting, freehand filler patterns provide the structure needed to hold the quilt together, to flatten the background area, or highlight the main patchwork or applique design.

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Quilt This Practical Patterns for Everyday Quilting [Paperback] Review

So I've been machine quilting for 16 years now.Back in 'the day' you were told NEVER CROSS YOUR STITCHING.Whew, that rule is now bashed plenty!
This is a very lovely pattern book.This is NOT A HOW TO book.
It is divided into Gardens & Woods, Swirls & Curls, Motifs & Other Stuff, and Children & Playtime.

You can either take your inspiration from the designs and free quilt your own interpretations of the ones you see.Take them apart, combine them, enlarge, reduce to fit your quilts.I think it wouldn't be very hard at all to use with a longarm to make up your own combinations to follow with your laser light as well.

I was looking for more unique filling ideas and this book meets my needs.

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Wondering how to quilt that newly finished project? Wonder no longer. Lynda has the answer Suitable for both machine and hand quilting, this compendium of quilting motifs provides designs for filling the spaces in your blocks, borders, and backgrounds. Dozens and dozens of delightful designs, from whimsical to elegant, from gracefully curved to geometric, can be adapted to whatever style of quilt you have. Lynda is a longtime quilter and designer for AQS. Turning her design talents to the trickiest of decisions--what to quilt where--she comes up with multiple solutions. One after another of delightful designs are suitable for both hand and machine quilting. Lynda Smith has designed more than 50 books for the American Quilter's Society over the past eight years. A lifelong Paducah resident and enthusiastic quilter, her charming designs will have you confidently choosing the perfect motifs for all your quilting projects.

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Quilt Savvy: Gaudynski's Machine Quilting Guidebook [Illustrated] [Spiral-bound] Review

This book is very informative!I have Gaudynski's Guide to Machine Quilting, which is good.This one is even better.There are many pictures that show the quilting close up.I would recommend this book to anyone interested in quilting a full size quilt on a regular sewing machine.

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A MUST HAVE for every machine quilter. At last, a detailed road map to skilled machine quilting, written by one of the top quilters in the field. Distinguished quilter Diane Gaudynski serves up a practical new approach to quilting by machine. Based on her popular machine quilting series in American Quilter magazine, this book gives readers the ins and outs of creating a design that instantly improves accuracy and fluidity of line. This international prize-winning quilter, author, lecturer, and teacher debunks six common myths about machine quilting. Holding nothing back, Diane includes techniques for several charming unmarked free-hand, free-motion designs, such as 'headbands,' 'bananas,' 'Dianeshiko,' spirals, leaves, fronds, and clamshells. Quilters will especially enjoy the author's detailed description of echo quilting and echo-quilted feathers. Diane states her goal is to add to the quilter's knowledge of machine-quilting skills and solve some common problems. She says, 'Dispelling some myths, learning some simple aids and techniques, and tackling the job in an organized and informed way will allow you to master this most basic of machine tasks.'

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