Creative Machine Stitching: Special Effects for Quilts and More (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

This book details some stunning embroidery and embellishment techniques that even a beginner can accomplish.Each section includes a project with very clear instructions and diagrams.A complete supply list (including thread weight, needle type/size, what kind of stabilizer to use, which presser foot, how to adjust the bobbin/machine tension, etc.) is provided with each project. I higly recommend this book to anyone who has always wanted an embroidery machine but can't afford it.

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Product Description:
Create shimmering waves with silver thread. Make flowers out of fluffy yarns. Start a snowfall with iridescent threads. Stitch delicate leaves, stars, vines, and much more--no fancy sewing machine required! A world of ideas for easy machine embroidery is packed into this authoritative guide.
- Eleven exquisite projects include quilts, linens, pillows, and curtains
- Learn thread, bobbin, crewel, and ribbon embroidery, plus a host of finishing touches
- Find out how to choose threads, needles, and stabilizers for machine-guided and free-motion embroidery
From the author of Stylish Sewing.

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The Nursery Rhyme Quilt [Paperback] Review

I received the book very quickly and it was in wonderful condition.The pattern had been removed (which was stated up front) but was all there and in good shape.

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Stitch up a delightful storybook quilt with appliqued nursery-rhyme scenes to share! Choose to make a decorative wall hanging for the nursery or a cuddly blanket for a special child. Create a small one-block quilt featuring a favorite rhyme--or relive childhood memories by making a full-size quilt to keep! The book includes:
* Nine charming blocks, featuring characters such as Little Miss Muffet, Jack and Jill, and Little Bo Peep
* A center block with a merry Mother Goose presiding over her nursery-rhyme stories
* Step-by-step instructions and full-size applique templates for each block

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Creative Paper Quilts: Applique, Embellishment, Patchwork, Piecework [Paperback] Review

A quilt from paper?You bet!Terri Stegmiller walks you through her techniques for creating gorgeous quilts from paper.You'll also find projects for journals, greeting cards, bookmarks, vases and paper flowers and a lot more.Beautiful clear photography and easy to follow directions.A must have for any crafter who wants to explore this exciting new medium!Recommended for any level of crafter from beginner to expert.

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If paper art and quilting are two of the hottest topics in crafts, imagine how super-sizzling they'd be in combination! To the delight of crafters everywhere, this decorative and inspiring resource finally brings them together in beautiful style. These 25 charming paper quilted projects, produced by a group of designers, truly showcase the medium's vast creative potential.
Use traditional quilt block designs or various applique techniques. Incorporate photos and other images into your work. Learn how to integrate small paper quilt pieces into greeting cards, scrapbook pages, and collages.
A helpful basics section explains how to adhere the paper pieces, paint background surfaces, add stamped and stenciled images to your design, embellish with beads, finish quilt edges, and more.

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