Quilt: Handmade Style (Handmade Style (Thunder Bay Press)) [Paperback] Review

Initially I bought this book for the Japanese hexagonal quilt pattern inside. I love Japanese fabric and had collected a lot of it over the years. The thought of making a patchwork quilt hadn't occurred to me until I was inspired by the design in this book. If you want to make a quilt with a contemporary feel, then you should be able to find something suitable here - there are many different designs in this book and I'm about to start a scrap quilt using 1930s fabrics. The book introduces basic techniques of quilt making. These were sufficient for me as I've been making clothes for many years but may not be good enough for a beginner. A word of warning about the hexagon quilt -the template in the book is not an exact hexagon so you will need to correct this by remeasuring all the sides, otherwise the fabric pieces will not fit very well.

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Once the exclusive territory of old maids and pioneer women, modern crafters are discovering the cozy rewards of quilting. From the traditional to the contemporary, Quilt presents 15 original projects sure to suit every taste. This stylish how-to book provides you with everything you need to know to create beautiful hand-made quilts for your home.

The quilts in this book represent a mixture of time-honored and modern designs in both patchwork and whole-cloth quilts. Helpful step-by-step photographs and expert advice guide you throughout each project - including choosing fabrics, simple stitches, and more advanced quilting techniques.

Not a stitching wizard? Don't worry - most of the quilts in this book can be made by anyone with average sewing skills, and many are suitable for absolute beginners. Try a cosy 1930's Scrap Quilt, an elegant Toile and Ticking Quilt, or a sumptuous Pleated Silk Quilt - there's a quilt here for everyone.

Sure to inspire modern-day quilting bees! This refreshing and innovative take on a very traditional folk art will appeal to a new generation of quilters.


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Quilting Patterns from Native American Designs [Paperback] Review

Excellent, clearly illustrated and usable Native American designs each labeled with the part of the country the design came from.I have used them in a quilt and have gotten lots of compliments. I am glad to have it in my quilting library.

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Whether you are looking for bold geometric designs, stylized plants and animals, or graceful swirls, you will find the right design among this book's ready-to-use quilting patterns based on Native American designs. Directions show how to combine several patterns to create unique border or block designs that are perfect for the open spaces in a quilt.

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Applique Lace Patterns [Illustrated] [Paperback] Review

There's no denying that the award-winning lace applique quilt on the cover is fantastic - and the author's techniques excellent.There were a great many lovely individual lace patterns that could be used for a 'one design item' like a wall hanging.But I had hoped that there would be more discussion of how the author goes through the process of creating one huge, grand design like the cover quilt - with more suggestions of what makes a good design, and more little 'bits and pieces' of lace patterns that could be used to fill in small spaces, instead of 'stand alone' designs.I think it will be necessary for me to do a bit of research on lace 'design' - enlarging photos of the types of lace 'bits' I need, before I can complete a full quilt design like the author's.I do wish she had included this information - so I wouldn't have to search for it AFTER buying the book!I would love to make a SIMILAR quilt - not a copy of the author's - because the reverse applique process is so easy and 'portable'.

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This first time author is known throughout the quilt world for her beautiful applique work. Her prizewinning quilt LINDA'S LACE has been seen throughout the world. Now she shares her secrets for gorgeous lacy applique with us, along with three dozen of her most beautiful lacy applique patterns. This easy-to-do technique is fun, fast, and portable- perfect for quilters on the move. All you need aretwo pieces of fabric, scissors, thread, and a needle - the projects are quite portable. Lacy applique is also good for scissor-less airline travel. To prepare, just cut and baste your block, and it's ready to go. Linda also tells how to find design ideas, represent them in a drawing, and create an applique pattern from the drawings. This book is magnificently photographed for inspiration, including the author's prize-winning quilt LINDA'S LACE. Her spectacular quilts have received many awards, including winning three Great American Quilt contests sponsored by the Museum of American Folk Art in New York City. The foreword is by well-known quilter, teacher, and author Mimi Dietrich.

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Simple Stenciling-Dramatic Quilts: 85 Full-Size Stencil Patterns, 6 Projects [Paperback] Review

I was very pleased with the product and the delivery time. I will continue to shop Amazon.
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Customize the full-size scalable stencil patterns with paints and items from nature for use in simple pieced quilts and wearables - fun for all ages!

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Blendable Curves: Stack, Slice & Sew Unique Quilts in a Weekend [Paperback] Review

I just got to talk to Peggy and now I know why I love her book - Blendable Curves.She takes basic blocks that are simple for any quilter - like nine-patches - and cuts them in half with a free form curve.THEN, she has you sew the curved sides back together to complete the block.

I know what you're thinking - I don't sew curves.Well I didn't either, until now - because once you've sewn the curve, the block is re-sized!Nothing has to match - shoot, it's not SUPPOSED to match - so this is the perfect beginner project.You can just have fun with color and design.And while you're at it, you can take all of those blocks that WEREN'T perfect - and transform them into works of art!

Our local guild just hosted a nine-patch exchange.As you know, not all seam allowances are created equal, so the blocks are not all exactly the same size.Peggy has the perfect solution.In "A Leap of Faith" she used the "blended nines" to create a breathtaking backdrop for an applique quilt.

Pleasantville is my favorite quilt in the book because it is very graphic - reds, whites and blacks - or if you are in Buckeye country, we swear it reads as Scarlet and Gray!But, for those of you who cheer for the wrong team, this quilt would work just as well in other school colors.

In this particular quilt, Peggy inserted red piping between the curved sides of the black and white log cabins.It gives the whole quilt an "art deco" look with a very masculine feel - and as a mother of four boys, I love finding a quilt that the men in my life appreciate!

For those of you who loved Piping Hot Curves by Susan Cleveland, this is a natural progression.

Peggy describes this as a transitional book.First, beginning students can learn to make the traditional blocks - half-square triangles, nine-patches, quarter-square triangles, etc.There is no pressure because if their points don't match, they will learn how to "curve them up" in the next class!She has totally eliminated the intimidation factor!

Once the students have learned the basics, they can bring those blocks to a "Blendable Curves" class and let their imagination soar!Now that they have learned the rules - Peggy can promptly show you how to break them - with absolutely stunning results!

And, PLEASE take the time to read her instructions!!! I know it is more fun to skip to the projects, but this woman knows what she is doing.I especially like her explanation about how to press seams.AND, she actually gives instructions - with graphics - on how to bind a quilt the right way!Keep this book by your machine so you can pull it out every time you finish a project - you'll be glad you did!

Once you have explored her techniques, you will want to play with all of those loose blocks in your stash left over from other projects.Remember, the blocks are resized after the sewing is complete so you are free to mix and match to your heart's content! The skies the limit!

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Make curvaceous, one-of-a-kind art quilts from big, easy blocks. 10 projects to stack, slice & sew.

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Heartland Quilts: Rescued Treasures from the Midwest [Paperback] Review

Although most of the patterns are in my collection, the author includes stories of the rescued treasures which only adds to the charm of the old patterns. I found "Missouri Daisy" a lovely addition to my favorite vintage patterns.

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Rescuing antique quilt tops is a way of life for Lila LeeJones. You will enjoy reading about how she discovers and completes herfound treasures while making your own version of these great designs byour quilting ancestors. All admirers of antique quilts will want to ownthis fabulous new book.

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Adventures In Circles: Quilt Designs from Start to Finish (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback] Review

Circles means curved piecing----not one of my favorite things to do.But if you want to tackle curved piecing, this book provides you with 23 pages of how-to's on the subject.Tools, fabric, techniques for cutting, appliqué methods and embellishments are all covered in this section.

The patterns, of which there are eight, each have a skill level, a finished quilt and block size plus the photo of the finished item.Materials and cutting lists re clearly written and there are graphics to help explain the written words.

Making, assembling, adding borders and finishing the quilt are written in an easy to follow manner.Tips are provide throughout the book in a green block so they are easy to find.An 11 page gallery will help give you ideas for your own quilts.The section on quilting ideas provides a dozen quilting designs so you can always find the one that will fit just perfectly with your quilt.

As with most quilt books, there is a 5 page basic quilting section in case you need to review a certain technique.The final pages are a resource page and a 3 paragraph bio of the author.

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Circles made easy! Discover the excitement of working with curves in this color-splashed book.

* Learn the latest tricks for cutting and sewing circles; then apply your new skills in eight creative projects

* Choose from small wall hangings to twin-size quilts in both contemporary and traditional designs; a gallery of quilts provides even more inspiration

* Find essential tips on machine appliquéing circles and fun ways to embellish with threads, decorative fabrics, and beads

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