Saturday, June 19, 2010

A Quilt Block Challenge by Mary Kerr

Published 2010

What would happen if sets of vintage quilt blocks were divided among a group of artists, and each was left to create new quilts from them in her own style? In answer, this book presents 117 quilts made from six sets of vintage blocks by 19 talented quilters.

Be inspired to create your own quilt block challenge using the tips and guidelines provided.

Quilter's Academy Vol. 2--Sophomore Year: A Skill-Building Course In Quiltmaking by Harriet Hargrave, Carrie Hargrave

Published 2010

Bonus 11 projects! This classic series of comprehensive books will take you from the basics to complete mastery with easy-to-follow lessons and hands-on exercises. In Volume 1, you learned the fundamentals of quiltmaking. In Volume 2, you'll build your drafting skills by using tools like graph paper and linking blocks. A must-have for every quilter's library!

Fast, Flirty, and Fun: Easy Quilts from Fabulous Fabrics by Sarah M. Bisel

Published 2010

For every beginner who's eyed today's fabrics and yearned to make an eye-catching quilt—this is the book! Novice and experienced quilters alike will find oodles of inspiration in the contemporary colors and fresh designs of these 11 exciting projects.
• Discover the secrets of color, value, and fabric selection for creating quilts with visual impact
• Learn a variety of easy methods for cutting, piecing, and appliqué
• Enjoy whimsical appliqué motifs that include a giant birthday cake, a bird, jumbo circles, and more

Exploring Embellishments: More Artful Quilts with Fast-Piece Applique by Rose Hughes

Published 2010

Rose Hughes is back with an exciting follow-up to her best-selling Dream Landscapes! These six new projects take the Fast-Piece Appliqué adventure to the next level—now you can make your own unique embellishments!
• Use fabrics, fusible Angelina fibers, felt, paper, beads, buttons, threads, and more to embellish stunning quilts
• Learn to use nature as an unending source of design opportunities
• Gather even more inspiration from two color-splashed galleries

The Essential Sampler Quilt Book by Lynne Edwards

Published 2010

Discover a beautiful celebration of the sampler quilt from one of the world's best-loved quilters. This book offers 40 blocks with full step-by-step instruction and diagrams, perfect for beginners and those quilters wishing to expand their repertoire. The beautiful photographs of sampler quilts plus Lynne Edwards' friendly teaching style make this a reference work you'll treasure. Techniques include machine- and hand-piecing, traditional patchwork and applique.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Quilter's Academy Vol. 2--Sophomore Year: A Skill-Building Course In Quiltmaking by Harriet Hargrave, Carrie Hargrave

Published 2010

Bonus 11 projects! This classic series of comprehensive books will take you from the basics to complete mastery with easy-to-follow lessons and hands-on exercises. In Volume 1, you learned the fundamentals of quiltmaking. In Volume 2, you'll build your drafting skills by using tools like graph paper and linking blocks. A must-have for every quilter's library!