Showing posts with label gardening. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gardening. Show all posts

3/17/2011

Instant Bargello (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

Instant Bargello [Paperback]I have always liked the Bargello pattern when I used it in needlepoint or plastic canvas patterns.I definitely do not like it in a quilt.This book shows picture quilts changed into the Bargello pattern.It makes them hard to look at, in my opinion, and difficult to see what the picture actually is.

The book itself has six pages on basic quilting.The patterns give the finished size and a color photo of the quilt.A materials and cutting list is provided.Assembly instructions follow these lists.There are no graphics to show what the written steps are talking about.There are no quilting suggestions and the only finishing instructions are lay the quilt top on batting and backing, baste and quilt.Not much help for a beginner.

There are six projects and a two photo gallery of other quilts.There is a short bio on the author.

This is not a book I would recommend purchasing unless you are extremely excited about the Bargello look and have enough quilting experience that you don't need finishing suggestions.

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Product Description:
Inspired by the style but intimidated by the methods for making beautiful Bargello quilts? With this ingenious technique, you can transform theme fabrics from nature prints to animal motifs into beautiful instant Bargello-style designs.

*Create six fast, fun quilts to show off your favorite fabrics with minimal effort

*Just strip, cut, stagger, and sew for one-of-a-kind results every time

*Feature fabrics with beach themes (such as grass, sand, shells, and oceans), country scenes (like pumpkins, wheat, rocks, and sky), and more

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8/18/2010

Gathered From The Garden: Quilts With Floral Charm [Paperback] Review

Gathered From The Garden: Quilts With Floral Charm [Paperback]I love the patterns in this book. I have a friend and teacher that will help me with some of the more difficult schemes. I am a fairly new quilter and very motivated by this book. The best part is that I know my grandmother would have loved these quilt patterns, especially the secret garden.

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Product Description:
You don t need a green thumb to grow this beautiful garden! Popular flower motifs are showcased in fresh, pretty quilts. Gather seeds of inspiration from your own garden, and then use quick applique methods to sow them.

*Flower blocks are showcased in eight projects, such as Sunflower Circle, My Secret Garden, and a table runner

*Learn a quick, no-measure method for adding borders

*Find handy tricks for appliqueing perfect stems, circles, and other shapes, plus tips for choosing color combinations

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