Confetti Quilts: A No-Fuss Approach to Color, Fabric and Design [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

This bookopens up your eyes to color.I love the way the author has used photos of buildings with interesting color combinations to show us examples of various color schemes.The color wheels shown with each quilt throuhout the book help to explain the use of color and aid in expanding ones sense of adventure with color.The quilts shown in the book are fun and appear to be easy.I love seeing several examples of the same quilt, but carried out with different color schemes and different layouts.I would like to make each one of the quilts in the book!

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There is no one "right answer" to a quilt-making colour dilemma, according to teacher/designer Mary Mashuta. Mashuta seeks to demonstrate that instead there are many right answers. These six quilt projects - based on simple, traditional-style blocks - seek to show readers how to stretch their artistic ability and build their colour confidence. Quilters should discover dozens of "right answers" for constructing original designs, choosing vibrant colours, keeping backgrounds fresh and interesting, and developing an individual style that makes each quilt special.

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Country Living Making & Displaying Quilts [Hardcover] Review

Looking for inspiration to get yourself quilting again?The illustrations are lovely - beautiful settings too.Old world.. and more contemporary.Great coffee table book for people like myself who sometimes just like to flick through and see beautiful things.Instructions and information - all round a lovely book.

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Aspiring quilters will love this practical, aesthetic, and magnificently photographed introduction to the craft. Every page showcases the most beautiful pieces to illustrate the various facets of this ever-popular art, including color, pattern, and texture. Color-from the bright blues and pinks of Amish designs to the subtle transition from light to dark in Log Cabin motifs-has always been one of the most exciting aspects of quilting, and you'll be inspired to play with different combinations. See how to create gorgeous patterns on the quilt itself, and how a mix of quilts can enhance your decor. Try new fabric textures, and learn about tied quilting, quilting stitches, and breaking the boundaries of tradition. Twenty projects, including an Evening Star and a Jewel-Bright Mosaic.




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Liberated Quiltmaking II [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

My copy arrived today and I love it. I have been a fan of Gwen Marston for a long time. She is a master quilter with a sense of humor. Whether you are a new or experienced quilter, you will find something here to love. Gwen is an excellent teacher who shows you useful techniques for piecing "by eye," and she answers many practical questions that will enable you to confidently design and make your own unique quilts. If you want to move beyond following patterns, this is the book for you! I have been a quilter since 1966 and I'm loving all the inspiration in this book. It makes me want to start a new quilt right now.

Here are some examples of her advice: "You don't need to choose all the colors before you start sewing." "It's harder to make a mistake than you think." "It's easier to err by playing it too safe: over-coordination can lead to the "color by number" look and a monotonous quilt." Her approach will loosen you up to have more fun making quilts.

The photos are beautiful. There are string quilts, basket quilts, star quilts, housetop/log cabin quilts, medallion quilts, some applique, traditional but liberated flying geese, and more. I particularly like the liberated chair quilt on page 122. This book is fun to read and she makes me laugh. It's the next best thing to attending one of Gwen's retreats. You can dive in at any point in the book.

This book will energize your quilting. I highly recommend it; you won't be disappointed.

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At long last! Gwen Marston has updated her signature Liberated Quiltmaking! The fascination with Gwen's Liberated Quiltmaking has generated a demand for more, more, more! Introduced in 1996, her distinctive methods for creating original quilts are expanded in this new volume including Liberated Square Within-a-Square, Liberated Medallion, and Recut Blocks and Sashing. Gwen presents nine Liberated Quiltmaking processes and each is clearly illustrated with step-by-step instructions, pieced samples, and loads of example quilts. Multiple techniques and variations are given. Liberated Quiltmaking II provides a way of working without using templates or set patterns. Truly original quilts result that engage the quilter's intuition and emotion as well as technical skills.

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A Quilter's Diary: Written in Stitches (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

As with all of Mimi Dietrich's books, 'A Quilter's Diary' is an attractive and well presented volume. The central concept of the book is the idea of making a 'quilt diary' about yourself or someone else - choosing quilt blocks whose names or patterns represent important mile stones in your life.There are photos of Mimi's own diary quilt and the quilts of some of her students as well as the patterns for 150 patchwork and applique blocks arranged according to various themes such as childhood, parents, true love, home, career and so on. The only reason I haven't given the book five stars is because 150 blocks don't really provide enough choice for a personal quilt, and readers will have to look further at other quilt block books - to be fair, there is a list of possibilites in the bibliography at the end, but it would have been nice to see more blocks presented as well as they are here.

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Ever wanted to write the story of your life? With fabric as your paper and a needle as your pen, you can chronicle your most memorable moments. Bestselling author Mimi Dietrich explains how to tell your personal story or the story of someone special to you in extraordinary quilts.

*Construct the pieces of your life in fabric with your choice of 100 pieced and appliqued block patterns

*Let Mimi guide your designs with inspiring questions and themes 24 categories include family, friends, holidays, hobbies, and more

*A gallery of quilts, plus Mimi s unique setting tips, will help you launch your own ideas

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Drafting and Design Simplified (Quilting Library) [Hardcover] Review

I'm new to quilting, but am already growing restless with just creating quilts with established block patterns. I read about this book in one of the quilting magazines I get (it was mentioned in an article) and while it doesn't seem to be available as a "new" book directly from Amazon, I did find several used book sellars that had copies. I haven't been able to clear my head of all the ideas that I have now! Don't let the title intimadate you! There is no complicated math involved in altering block designs to make them "you". Some graph paper and a ruler and your imagination and you're off and running. You'll be amazed at how different you can make an old block design look with just moving a few lines. Be adventurous! Get this book and have some fun!

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Quilters can now design and draft their own fabulous quilts in any size or shape. Drafting and Design Simplifiedtakes the mystery out of math for quilters, showing how simple it really is to design quilt blocks, resize blocks, cut triangles of any size and shape, and more. Quilters are liberated from dependence on specific pattern instructions, with the most up-to-date information presented photographically in step-by-step visual sequences. Finally, readers will be able to draft stars, curves, circles, flying geese, Mariners Compass, and even a pineapple block with ease. Includes the latest information for using computer software to design quilts. Whether a beginner or an experienced quilter, Drafting and Design Simplified will be a welcome addition to the home library.

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Free & Eazy Circles: Magic Ballz & Other Foundation Follies [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

This is a colorful, fun book full of ideas for bright, happy quilts. The technique involves piecing circles (ballz) on foundations such as stablized batting, then appliquing them onto blocks. The result is a raised design that has a nice padded look, which is attractive on its own, but can also be jazzed up with embroidery, beads or rick rack. Jan also shows how to make padded pieces to use around the balls, or as edging around the entire piece. Lots of creative ideas for using the wonderful bright fabrics available to quilters today. She also has some interesting ideas for free motion quilting designs. A very nice resource and addition to your quilting library.

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Focus on the fun stuff with Jan Mullen

* No measuring, no math, just fast free-form fun
* A laid-back approach to quilting and applique

Much-loved author Jan Mullen is back, with another laid-back collection of projects--this time featuring circles. But with her easy freehand techniques, these are the easiest, breeziest circles ever! Just stack, slice, and stitch for quick results. Applique the circles, or try the Magic Ballz Block plus "borderz and edgez" for whimsical quilts, pillows, and more.

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Passionate Patchwork: Over 20 Original Quilt Designs [Hardcover] Review

If you're a color junkie, if the sight of a newly-opened six-row box of Crayolas leaves you breathless, and if you walk through fabric stores just for the color hit, then "Passionate Patchwork" is a book for you. Without a doubt, the projects in this book are made up in the most sophisticated and exciting palettes ever seen in a quilt book. And the quilts--all of which look eminently doable, even by a rank beginner--are photographed in such lush, visually sumptuous settings that you can happily spend hours simply "reading" the photos. The other thing I like about this book is that these quilts are quite possible. We are not talking about quilts with 75 differently shaped chunks of fabric that must be pieced into each block. These quilts are not exercises in perfectionistic anality, but are made of simple geometric shapes that let the fabric do the talking, and leave the quiltmaker with sanity intact. Admittedly, one of the authors does have a signature line of fabric, and many quilts photographed make extensive use of that line. But any quilter's fabric stash already contains many comparable textiles that could be put to more sophisticated use, in exciting new combinations shown in this book. Several of the quilts in this book make use of "orphan" blocks that are showcased by being re-set with imaginative new uses of color and fabric pattern. This seems a respectful use and transformation of handwork from earlier times: the newly-made quilts look fresh and exciting, even when they used segements of old cliche patterns such as wedding ring and grandmother's flower garden. But you don't have to be a quilter to love this book. Although it has simple, easy-to-follow diagrams and directions for each product, the book could just as well appeal to knitters, painters, weavers, decorators or anyone else with a love of and appetite for color used creatively. I have already picked out my next few quilting projects inspired by this book. (The "rice bowl" and "hatbox" quilts are particularly compelling). That I would use quilts in this book as a model is certainly something I could not say for nine out of every ten other quilting books published. But ``Passionate Patchwork" has sophistication and verve, appealing to both the traditional quilter and and the fans of the cutting-edge contemporary. Bottom line? I love this book.

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A World of Quilts: 10 Projects Using Ethnic Fabrics [Paperback] Review

Beth has included such beautiful quilts in this book.They aren't too complicated for beginners and yet provide interesting arrangements for experienced quilters as well.I just finished taking her class for one of the quilts in the book, "Underwater Grotto".The finished products of all the students were stunning.I also saw several of the quilts featured in the book on display in the store.They look even more amazing than pictures captured in the book.

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Transform exotic fabrics into gorgeous quilts! Thesespecial tips, techniques, and patterns feature fabrics from all overthe globe, from Africa to Asia, India to Indonesia.
-Choose from 10 bed quilts, throws, and home accents
-Beginner-friendly designs show you how to make the most of unusual colors and textures
-Learn to choose blocks and quilting designs that will let your ethnic fabrics shine

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Big Block Quilts: Using Layer Cakes, Sweet 16s, etc! [Paperback] Review

This book has hundreds of design possibilities, all shown in grayscale diagrams.There are photographs of some of them made up, but for most of them you'll have to do your own color choices and placement.These blocks could be made up into bed-sized quilts, starting with large squares as building blocks, or into blocks to go into a quilt, or as a single smaller block as a wallhanging or other small quilt project.This is not for someone who needs handholding and precise step-by-step directions.But if you're confident in your own taste and able to make decisions for yourself as you go along, and can look at a block diagram and see how it should be sewn together, this offers you lots of options.All the blocks are made from simple units -- squares, four patches, "rail fence" units (two rectangles), and half-square triangles.The author gives you lots of possible ways to combine those units into quilt blocks of any size you choose, determined only by the size of square you start with.This is a book I'll return to again and again.

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The latest trend in fabric is precut squares or rectangles. Layer Cakes from Moda are 10 inch squares. Sweet 16s from Maywood Studios are 9 inch x 11 inch rectangles. Marcus Brothers cuts their Spoonfuls into 8-1/2 inch squares. This book contains ideas for all these large squares. Or you can cut you own large squares. One Fat Quarter can be cut into four 8-1/2 inch squares. Making the designs even more flexible, these patterns will work for ANY SIZE SQUARE! The popular 5 inch charm packs will make a fun baby quilt size or table topper. Or maybe you have cut leftover fabrics from past projects into 4 inch or 6 inch squares (or any other uniform size). These patterns will work perfectly for those squares as well! You could even start with a 16 inch or 17 inch square and use one of these patterns to make a king size quilt. It just takes 36 squares of any size to make any or all of these quilts. This book contains instructions to make 238 quilts! All of the instructions are written for beginners. This book offers beginning quilters several benefits. The quilts are all made up of basic blocks. The fabric in the precut, prepackaged fabric bundles all match. The book describes several methods for organizing scrap quilts. Beginning quilters are introduced to the creative process of quilting. However, these quilts are not just for beginners. Experienced quilters can enjoy making a quick project as a gift or to experiment with new colors. This book takes quilters through four steps of basic quiltmaking. Step 1: Choose Your Pattern. Step 2: Organize Your Fabrics. Step 3: Sew Your Blocks Together. Step 4: Layout and Sew Your Quilt. Going through these steps involves quilters with the entire process of quilt making in a fun, simple way.Big Block Quilts contains patterns for 238 quilts with full color pictures of 21 of these patterns. See how similar patterns look in different colors, and see how the same fabrics look in different patterns. This book contains hundreds of ideas for using charm packs, layer cakes, sweet 16s, spoonfuls, fat quarters, and your personal stash!



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Surprising Designs: From Traditional Quilt Blocks [Paperback] Review

Color and value are shown as the keys to making stunning quilts - The book shows 110 variations on 10 block designs, step-by-step quilt planning, and easy-to-use charts - It is amazing how many designs can be created within a single block

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Save The Scraps: Great Quilts From Small Bits (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

This is a wonderful book for putting scraps to good use.There are good tips for sorting, storing and organizing them plus helpful information on which ones are compatible in a quilt.I was drawn to the cover picture of the Crossed Tracks quilt and that will be my first one to sew from this book.All patterns are template free and rotary cut however be aware that about half of the patterns are cut at 45 or 60 degree angles and will be more of a challenge.

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Drowning in a sea of scraps? Now you can put every fabric scrap you save to beautiful use with new techniques, expert tips, and lots of inspiration.
·Choose from 15 template-free quilt projects
·Learn scrap-friendly tricks, from combining colors, patterns, and textures to organizing, sorting, and storing scraps
·Try techniques such as strip piecing, folded corners, and foundation piecing, plus a special "Twin Peaks" technique

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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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Bears Paw: New Quilts from an Old Favorite [Paperback] Review

To find out about the origin of the book please read the Editorial review.
As a hobbyist quilter I love quilting books! I love to flip through the pages for new ideas and inspirations. I purchased every book from this series and find them extremely helpful when creating quilts. In this book the quilters transform an ordinary traditional pattern into extraordinary pieces of art. From one page to another you will go "Wow, I didn't know THIS could be done with such a simple block!"
The imagination of the winners and finalists is definitely wild! I loved every quilt in the book and the patterns are given for each one of them!
If you want to go a bit beyond your favorite block, flip through the pages of this book and I have no doubt you will be filled with new ideas!

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Each year a contest sponsored by the Museum of the American Quilter's Society (MAQS) encourages quiltmakers to develop innovative quilts from a traditional pattern. Bear's Paw was the theme of the 8th annual contest. Learn helpful tips about the well loved Bear's Paw from the 18 contest winners and finalists featured in this book. Easy enough for a beginner, the block is made of simple squares and half-square triangles. Sashing strips added between paws give three dimensional effects and innovations in design, color, and form. Winning quilts in the MAQS contest become part of an exhibit touring the United States - look for it in your area. AUTHORBIO: Museum of the American Quilter's Society holds a themed contest each year. This book honors the finalists. REVIEW: A reviewer says, "Barbara Smith edits Bear's Paw, which uses the theme of a quilting contest to explore innovations in design and color which participants presented. The Bear's Paw block is displayed to maximum potential in this fine book blending color photos of completed projects with instructions quilters can easily duplicate."

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Quilts Beneath Your Feet: 25 Fabulous Quilt Patterns [Paperback] Review

You could use this book either to make the quilts she shows, or as an idea book. Porter gives detailed instructions for making quilts based on floor tiles, including pieced and fused techniques. It's one of those books that seems like a "niche" idea but actually teaches techniques of design, composition, and construction that can be used in many different ways. The pictures are clear and inspiring.

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Christine Porter brings a wealth of practical teaching and design experience to this exciting collection of pieced patchwork quilt designs, all inspired by traditional floor tiles. Christine first noticed the relationship between patchwork and tiles when exploring the churches and cathedrals of her native Bristol. Here she provides 10 original patterns, together with variations on each, to inspire the reader to discover this wonderful source of pieced patchwork designs for themselves. Time-saving techniques are explored giving the reader more time to create eye-catching quilts. Guidance is provided on selecting fabric, and the author explores how the use of marblized fabrics can replicate original stone floor tiles.

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A Passion for Piecing: Breathtaking Quilts from Easy Paper-Pieced Units; 16 Projects + Award-Winning Quilts [Paperback] Review

This book by Claudia Clark Myers is the best quilt and design book to come down the pike in a very long time.I have far too many books in my quilt library, and had sworn to downsize.I realized that many of the new books on the market are repeats of what I already have.I have always admired Ms. Myers work, and was excited to see that she had written a book.

I was definitely NOT disappointed. This book is fresh, exciting, and packed with beautiful pictures and galleries, and the instructions and tips are superb.Claudia comes from a background of costume designing, and it shows in her work and instruction. Her method is paper piecing, enabling the quilter to obtain perfect results. Even though it has 16 projects, it isn't merely a pattern book.It encourages the quilter to explore her/his own style and design sensibility.It is loaded with ideas and inspiration.I can say that it truly is a cut above most of the new quilt books I am seeing on the market today.

Do you want to move your quilting up to a new level?Do you love traditional, but want to breathe new life into it?Do you want to move into art quilting?Do you want to find your own style and signature?If so, this book is for you.It is suitable for all levels of adventurous quilting.This talented quilter has mastered not only her craft/art/talent, but also mastered the ability to show and encourage us how to do it.

At a time when I decided to be very mindful of the money I spend on quilting books, I can say that this book gives me more than my money's worth.

Thanks, Claudia.

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Claudia Clark Myers helps you create a masterwork by making a few easy changes in the way you think about quilt settings and combining blocks and colors. Bring your style to life with precision piecing, paper piecing, and Claudia's Magic 3-Pin method for sewing perfect curves.

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Black & White and Pieced all Over: Stress-free Foundation Quilts [Paperback] Review

This book claims to offer stress-free foundation quilts, and just looking at this beautiful book takes stress away.From the whimsical lines of the patterns to the elegant photography, this book is a joy to have. I have the author's first two books as well and have enjoyed broadening my quilting experiences.

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A black-and-white approach to easy paper-piecing--with a splash of color.
If you love the crisp, precise results of paper-piecing but stress over all the ripping and stitching, this book's for you! Black & White and Pieced All Over shows you how to use foundation piecing to stitch perfect quilts every time. Even if you've never tried this breakthrough technique, you'll pick it up right away following full-color photos and numbered steps that detail every stitch.
Open this guide and see for yourself. It's got everything you need to create an array of gorgeous quilts, including:

16 step-by-step quilting projects ranging from "easiest" to "not hard"
Clear patterns that take the guesswork out of color combinations and matching fabrics
A full-color "Getting Started" section that covers everything from choosing materials and tracing designs to stitching and finishing blocks
A CD containing printable templates for every project

Best of all, there are NO MISTAKES! A special "Opportunities" section at the end of the book shows you how to take an "oops"--like when you might have cut a strip too narrow--and transform it into a creative success. It's really that simple!
Black & White and Pieced All Over is the fun and easy approach to quilting you've been looking for. Put foundation piecing to work for you, and see how great (and stress-free) your quilts can become.

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Masterful Machine Pieced Quilts [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

This book is fantastic.However you must have a good bit of quilting knowledge behind you.

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Create your own machine-pieced quilt masterpiece! Inspired by the stunning mosaic floors of the Truro Cathedral in England, Jean has developed piecing techniques for everyone to re-create those fabulous designs in fabric. Her clear, step-by-step instructions will guide the quiltmaker through the entire process. Starting with a simple star design, Jean shows you how to draft directly onto freezer paper and mark, number, and use the pattern to sew perfectly matched pieces. Nine stunning projects ranging from simple to detailed and from small to large are designed to appeal to quilters of all skill levels. Using Jean's meticulous freezer-paper piecing instructions will result in perfectly flat quilts. rfectly flat quilts. A CD of master patterns is included.

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City Quilts: 12 Dramatic Projects Inspired By Urban Views [Paperback] Review

In City Quilts, one of my favorite quilt designers, Cherri House, demonstrates how basic geometric shapes and the use of boldly-colored fabrics can create the breathtakingly beautiful quilts.The patterns and textures of cityscapes, both architectural and the layout of a city itself, inspired these quilt patterns.The simple lines and shapes in these quilts coupled with the bold use of color provide a "wow" factor that is sure to delight quilters from novice to expert.

I especially loved Cherri's discussion on color, and her reference to "a quilter's palette".She gives a brief, but thoroughly informative discourse on color schemes, which serves as a springboard in one's own palette discovery or a challenge to an quilt dog to try some new color tricks.

In City Quilts, Cherri shows us how we can train our eyes to see more than what's in front of us, and to see a quilt in everything.Bravo!

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Turn your love of urban cityscapes into beautiful quilts. In this book, you'll discover the secrets of minimalist design-how to find beauty in the basic elements of your environment. These projects deliver exciting, vivid results with solid color fabrics.

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Pretty Little Mini Quilts (Pretty Little Series) [Hardcover] Review

"Pretty Little Mini Quilts" is the latest Lark Book from the "Pretty Little..." line. These books are always little treasures that contain an eclectic assortment of whatever the "Little Book" is covering. The book itself is a comfortable to hold size of 8.24 inches X 8.25 inches (20.955cm X 20.955cm). The book's description "...more than two dozen talented designers create 31 mini quilts that look to the past as they rush forward to a fresh future...". An apt description since the books contains the best of traditional, what I like to call 'traditional with a twist, and whimsical art quilts. There really is something for everyone in this lovely little book!None of these small art works is larger than 36 inches (91.4 cm) in length or height.

The basics pages covers everything that you might need or want to know about how to create your own mini masterpiece. Covering what basic sewing tools you will require (measuring tape, scissors,pins, tailor's chalk, rotary cutter and mat etc etc. All types of quilting materials (cottons, linen, fleece felts, interfacings, fusible webs) are covered as is a really comprehensive section on quilting techniques that covers both machine and hand stitching and how to build a quilt; piecing, attaching borders, appliqueing, embroidering etc. A jam packed how to section that is condensed yet very thorough.

Each quilt pattern relates the things that are needed to make the quilt, the finished size, and detailed instructions for each step of the quilt journey!This is a small book that packs a lot of enjoyment between its pages. You will find yourself returning to it often for a fresh idea or a new technique. I think it would make a welcome addition to any fiber, quilt and/or textile enthusiast!

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Pretty Little + Mini Quilts = ONE BIG SUCCESS! Right from the start, crafters embraced Lark's Pretty Little series-and they'll love this exciting new entry, too. Acknowledging the widespread popularity of quilting today, Pretty Little Mini Quilts focuses specifically on this hot trend in stitchery.Mini quilts are no larger than three feet in length or height, making them perfect for quilters in the mood for a smaller, quicker project. These wonderful, modern designs-suitable for beginners and intermediates-are the creations of 25 leading artists, many of whom have a prominent online presence. The featured techniques, all explained in the Basics section, include machine and hand quilting, piecing, embroidery, fusing, embellishing with beads and other materials, and trapunto.



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Whip Up Mini Quilts: Patterns and How-to for 26 Contemporary Small Quilts [Hardcover] Review

Making quilts has kept me entertained for more than 30 years, and this book full of fresh, fun and improvisational quilts is a welcome addition to my library. It has a wonderful and extensive introduction - basic tools and techniques are covered as well as more advanced topics such as embellishing and even fabric dyeing. There is a great glossary of quilting terms, a resource listing for books and for supply sources and a designer bio section. The format is very useful: the wire binding allows the book to lie flat and there is a handy pocket inside the front cover for the pattern sheets.
And the quilts! These little pieces really inspire me to try something new - not just to copy someone else's design and fabric choices, but to actually create my own work. The small size of these joyful works is just right to send me to my fabric stash to try a out a new idea. There are a wealth of creative techniques, including some - take a look at the Concentric Circles, for instance - that I haven't seen before and can't wait to use. There are works by some of my favorite quilt artists (thanks Victoria and Kellie!) as well as by people I'm not familiar with but will be following in the future.
Whether you are new to quilting or have been enjoying it for years, I'm pretty sure you'll find something here that will have your fingers itching to stitch up a new project - and isn't that what we all really want, no matter how many works we already have in progress? Happy quilting!

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Kathreen Ricketson, founder of the internationally popular Web site WhipUp.net, presents 20 contemporary quilts from across the globe in this charming, easy-to-follow guide. From the lovely English Garden Quilt to the playful Road Transport Pillow, the projects collected in Whip Up Mini Quilts cover all sorts of themes and looks. With plenty of step-by-step instructions and helpful how-to illustrations, this book showcases an artful approach to design basics while outlining the fundamentals of quilting techniques. Best of all, it all comes in a user-friendly format with lay-flat binding and pattern sheets tucked into the front pocket.

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