Rotary Magic: Easy Techniques to Instantly Improve Every Quilt You Make (Rodale Home and Garden Books) [Paperback] Review

I'm not a perfectionist sewer so I figured my attempts at quilting would be laughable.And they were.Thanks to this book, I learned simple, time-saving tricks that made even me, a questionable seamstress, producegreat results.This isn't your usual quilting how-to book:it coversEVERY aspect to finish a great quilt top including pointing out commonerrors before you have a chance to make them.If you only buy onehow-to-cut-and-piece book, this is it.For machine quilting, I looked toRobbie and Tony Fanning's book on machine quilting and haven't beendisappointed since.

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Product Description:
Great Rotary Cutting Secrets-- Plus Piecing, Pressing & Finishing; 12 Gorgeous Projects

Hundreds of tips, tricks, and techniques guaranteed to INSTANTLY IMPROVE every quilt you make!

Rotary Cutting Secrets: Rotary cutting is a breeze once you know the secrets for choosing the right equipment and cutting accurately, comfortably, and safely.

Pressing Simplified: Perfectly flat blocks are easy to achieve with tried-and-true methods for pressing.

Perfect Piecing: Even tricky piecing techniques are a snap when you follow the step-by-step photos and illustrations.

Tips and Tricks Galore: Your quilt will be square, flat, and beautifully bound after you've put the easy tips and tricks into practice.

12 Projects for You to Make: Easy and accurate directions make these quilts go together in a snap, no matter what your skill level is.


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Nancy J. Martin's 365 Quilt Blocks a Year: Perpetual Calendar (That Patchwork Place) [Calendar] Review

This perpetual calendar with a majority of pieced patterns for rotary cutting will delight any quilter.Inspiration for new projects, Block of the Month, and just a lovely place to rest your eyes.The paper and spiralare good quality and should last many years.

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With this perpetual calendar of quilting Nancy J. Martin includes an almost infinite collection of quilt designs to keep the most avid quilter busy for many years. Each design is accompanied by a full-colour illustration.'

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Blended Borders: Quilts With a Creative Edge (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

I'm sorry, but this book is worthless and indicative of some of the junk that is being published as everyone wants to jump on the billion $ quilt industry band wagon. I consider myself an intermediate quilter and buy numerous quilting books because I love getting inspired by new ideas and techniques. The quilt on the cover is misleading regarding this book. In reality, the quilts are not inspiring, in fact they are quite homely. There is nothing new in the way of techniques.I paid $14 and wish I hadn't paid $1. I wish I had read the couple of comments that dind't rate it a 5!

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Product Description:
Learn how to create stunning quilts with fabulous artistic borders with these quick and simple techniques. In this great new book, popular quilter Pamela Mostek shares the secrets of her innovative Blended Borders technique, which softens the line between the quilt top and the border. Rather than 'colouring inside the lines', Pamela makes artful use of large-scale applique shapes to create quilts of unparalleled artistry. "Blended Borders" features five exquisite projects that showcase some of today's fabulous large, dramatic prints, alongside a full-colour photo gallery for added inspiration. Also included in this volume is an extensive techniques section, which means even novice quilters can achieve expert results.

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Quick & Easy Quiltmaking: 26 Projects Featuring Speedy Cutting and Piecing Methods [Hardcover] Review

Although this book was written in 1993 it is not dated. The information given is for the beginner as well as experienced quilter. The diagrams and pictures are very useful and truly help if you're a visual learner like I am. There are 26 projects which are all attractive. I am sure you will find several quilts to make. I can't wait to start the cottages. For the low cost, you simply can't go wrong here.

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This collection of projects for bed and wall quilts incorporates the speedy cutting and piecing techniques developed by some of the most innovative and respected quilting teachers in America. Both beginner and experienced quilters will find projects and techniques that appeal to their range of skills and tastes. Includes step-by-step instructions, plus 580 illustrations and 74 photos.

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Color Shuffle: New Quilts from Karla Alexander (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

This book is more of Karla's great ideas. Even if you struggle to be creative (as I do), her methods can make everyone (including yourself) believe you really are creative! And if you are already creative, you will go crazy using her patterns and methods. It is great fun - once you make one of Karla's patterns, you'll have to do more. They are easy, beautiful, and open ended for adaptations. Don't miss out!

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Discover the secret of making complicated-looking quilts quickly and simply with Karla's stacking and shuffling method. Discover how you too can broaden your quilting repertoire by combining Karla Alexander's popular stacking and shuffling methods with a variety of different techniques. Choose from 15 projects in a wide range of styles that make the most of today's vibrant fabrics to create stunning designs that look far more complicated than they actually are.

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Twist and Turn Bargello Quilts [Paperback] Review

When I first looked at the quilts in "Twist - and - Turn Bargello Quilts" my thought was Wow, these quilts are amazing! My second thought was Yeah but could I make one. After reading through the directions and introduction the answer is definitely YES!

Eileen Wright's directions are clear and easy to understand. In her introduction she covers topics such as how to choose the fabrics to achieve the different visual effects, how to cut and piece the strips to avoid distortion and how to keep everything organized as you go along. Her experience teaching this method shows in the tips and suggestions which are included throughout the book. The design maps, which are included for each project, help keep you organized and provide a reference while you are sewing. In addition to the beautiful full sized quilts there are directions for making a table runner and placemats. These smaller projects allow you to get a feel for bargello quilting without the commitment to a larger project.

"Twist - and - Turn Bargello Quilts" makes these visually complex and beautiful quilts very doable!

Karin Renaud
Author, "Quilts from the Heart"

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This title helps you create stunning twisting and turning Bargello quilts using these innovative techniques. Here are Bargello quilts like you've never seen before! Instead of streaking up and down, these 10 stunning designs twist and curve to create beautiful patterns with incredible movement. Using master quilter Eileen Wright's techniques, readers will learn how to use strip piecing to create truly mesmerizing modern designs. Featuring a sumptuous full-colour gallery, this is a must-have for anyone who wants to turn their hand to creating amazing quilts.

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