S Is for Scraps: 18 Great Quilts

Published 2010


For every quilter there's a mound of scraps—and for every scrap there's a quilter wondering how to use it! With striking styles that move beyond basic strips and squares, Gayle Bong speaks directly to what many quilters struggle with: how to select fabric for a scrap quilt.
• Gather inspiration from 18 great new designs with traditional flavor
• Look at scraps by character, color, and contrast, and pinpoint the types that work well with each design
• Learn Gayle's Twin Peaks and Thirtysomething piecing techniques

Pennies from Heaven: Celebrated Quilt and Companion Projects

Published 2010


Combine cotton and wool in a fresh new look! With vibrant colors and a sophisticated touch, this collection features the stunning "Pennies from Heaven" design that quilters fell in love with at quilt shows across the country. The book also includes an array of smaller projects that incorporate the blocks from the main quilt.
• Find patterns for 10 appliqué blocks that add just the right touch of color and warmth
• Create table mats and wall hangings, as well as a table runner, pillow, and curtain valance
• Discover how easy, fast, and fun wool appliqué can be

Marie Osmond's Heartfelt Giving: Sew and Quilt for Family and Friends

Published 2010

Enjoy the fun of quiltmaking in the delightful company of Marie Osmond! Marie learned to sew at an early age, as you'll see in a rare look at some of her favorite childhood photos. She continues to share her love of quilting and sewing by making treasured gifts for family and friends. You'll find exquisite photos and step-by-step instructions for more than 25 projects, including her "Paper Roses" quilt, bags, aprons, and gifts for babies, teens, friends, and even pets.

Fancy to Frugal: Authentic Quilt Patterns from the '30s

Published 2010

Create the nostalgic heirloom quilts you've always dreamed of! This follow-up to the popular Link to the '30s offers 10 authentic patterns from the 1930s. True to the era, with intricate hand-quilting patterns incorporated into every project, the quilts are nothing less than exquisite. You'll learn a variety of techniques as you feature the reproduction fabric you love in quilts to be treasured for generations.

The Rose of Sharon Block Book: Winning Designs from the EQ6 Challenge (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback]

Published 2010

Martingale & Company, in collaboration with Nine Patch Media, proudly presents the winning entries from the EQ6 Rose of Sharon block-design challenge! Chosen by judges Alex Anderson and Ricky Tims, these 12 blocks--plus a 13th specially designed by Sharon Pederson--are beautifully set on point in an inspiring quilt.
* Discover more than 60 additional blocks from the Rose of Sharon challenge entries
* Find complete instructions for machine applique and quilt assembly
* View alternate settings and explore even more design possibilities

SuperStrata Quilts: Celebrating the Colors of Bali

Published 2010


Inspired by the breathtaking beauty of Bali, this book shines with color-rich quilts that anyone can make! The authors' simple, versatile technique for SuperStrata (strip sets) includes much more than just straight piecing. Projects feature curved, angled, and diagonally cut SuperStrata—in a variety of widths—to create one-of-a-kind, contemporary quilts. For additional inspiration, each of the eight quilts is shown in two colorways!

Quilting with Precuts and Shortcuts

Published 2010


With simple sewing methods, bright fabrics, and terrific tips, this intriguing collection offers something for every quilter—even beginners! Use tried-and-true techniques in creative ways for strip piecing, fusible appliqué, and sewing with precut fabrics.
• Create intricate-looking pieced blocks and no-template diamonds—and use shortcuts that make it all so easy
• Choose from 12 striking quilts in a variety of sizes
• Find great suggestions for making quilts with personality from the popular author of Wonder Blocks

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

Take 5 Quilts: Quilts from Just 5 Fabrics by Kathy Brown

Published 2010

Quilters everywhere love Take 5 patterns, and this book is packed with them! Simply take five minutes to choose five fabrics (one focus fabric plus four coordinating fabrics), stack them, cut them simultaneously, and you're ready to sew! It's the relax-and-have-fun way to create visually stunning quilts.

• Choose from 15 designs that look intricate but are very simple to construct—excellent for beginners
• Take the stress out of selecting fabrics with Kathy's straightforward approach
• Create a lap-sized quilt this weekend—experienced quilters can finish in a day

Pinwheel Party: 13 Fun and Unique Quilts by Ellen Pahl

Published 2010

Put a new spin on quilting! With variations on Pinwheels, Windmills, Whirligigs, and other favorite twirling blocks, these 12 dynamic quilts will set your fabric in motion. Use a planned color scheme or give your quilts a scrappy look—the variety of styles offers something for everyone.

• Quilts are easy enough for confident beginners, appealing enough for experienced quilters
• Projects range from doll-sized quilts to table toppers to wall hangings, perfect for gifts or home decor
• Techniques include bias-strip piecing, foundation piecing, cutting triangles from strip sets, and more.

Country Comforts: Quilts for Casual Living by Cheryl Wall

Published 2010

Warm and welcoming, each quilt in this book invites quilters to let go of the "rules" and find joy in the journey. The 12 projects feature traditional blocks such as Log Cabin, Bear's Paw, and Churn Dash, with a twist that makes them fresh and new. Choose from quilts and wall hangings, many featuring folksy appliqué for added flair. Quilters of all levels will enjoy the relaxed nature of these scrappy projects—imperfections only add to their personality and charm!

Schnibbles Times Two: Quilts from 5" or 10" Squares by Carrie Nelson

Published 2010

What could be more fun than a small quilt from 5-inch charm squares? A large one just like it from 10-inch Layer Cake squares! Enjoy 12 pairs of beautiful quilts, with a large and small quilt in each design, from the creative mind behind Miss Rosie's Quilt Company. Each quilt includes a materials and cutting list, and the assembly directions are the same for both quilts in each set.

Flowers All Around: Garden-Inspired Quilts by Cindy Lammon

Published 2010

Pretty and fresh as a springtime garden, these quilts will delight and inspire you! All with a floral theme, the projects showcase traditional pieced blocks and exquisite applique.
* Choose from five projects ranging from an appliqued table topper to large pieced quilts
* Create a botanical quilt with nine different well-known flowers, each stitched to the center of a patchwork block
* Gain confidence with applique using beginner-friendly designs

Double Take: Quilts with That Hopscotch Twist by Heather &. Elissa Willms

Published 2010

The mother-daughter design team that brought you Christmas Quilts from Hopscotch now presents a fresh assortment of fun projects! Heather and Elissa created their own quilt challenge: starting with the same blocks, they've made entirely different designs that reflect each designer's unique color sense.

* Choose from 16 projects, including quilts, tote bags, place mats, and more
* Find inspiration in Heather's traditional country colors and Elissa's bold, eye-popping brights
* Make quilts that are simple enough for beginners and appealing enough for seasoned quilters

Geometric Gems: Quilts from Diamonds, Circles and Squares by Cathy Wierzbicki

Published 2010

Rich with color and design, every quilt in this book is a treasure!
Now quilters everywhere-from confident beginners to the most seasoned experts-can create seven dazzling designs using easy cutting and strip-piecing techniques. By making clever use of angles, popular author Cathy Wierzbicki presents intriguing projects that look far more complex than they really are. The book includes eye-popping photos and special sections on techniques and resources.

A Baker's Dozen: 13 Quilts from Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes, and More by Patchwork Place (Manufactured by)

Published 2010

As the publisher of America's Best-Loved Quilt Books®, we just had to get in on the fun of quilting with precut fabrics! The stitching experts on our own staff designed and made 13 fabulous quilts-plus a bonus project. Now you can indulge your craving for fat quarters, Jelly Rolls, 5" charm squares, and 10" Layer Cakes!

* Find just what you're looking for in our bakery case-from sweet and pink like frosting to savory like herb bread
* Create lap quilts, wall hangings, and bed quilts in a wide range of styles for all skill levels
* Check out the color-splashed quilts-we're eager to share our quilting enthusiasm with you

More Favorite Traditional Quilts Made Easy by Jo Parrott

Published 2010

Jo Parrott gives quilters what they love: old-time favorites! Her no-template solution makes traditional quilt designs a snap.

* Choose from seven impressive projects plus two bonus projects; designs include A Storm at Sea, Broken Star, Geese in Flight, and more
* Find rotary-cutting and piecing shortcuts you can't live without
* Create the appeal of established patterns at the speed of modern techniques

Another Season of Beautiful Blooms: Appliqued Quilts and Cushions by Susan Taylor Propst

Published 2010

Quilted Devotions: 24 Biblical Blocks by Lisa Cogar

Published 2010

Another one by Martingale with no description, but the title says it all.