Capture the glory of William Morris' designs in 6 exquisite applique, projects: quilts, cushions, and wall hangings. Mix and match more than 50 applique, motifs.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
William Morris in Applique, by Michele Hill
Capture the glory of William Morris' designs in 6 exquisite applique, projects: quilts, cushions, and wall hangings. Mix and match more than 50 applique, motifs.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Jelly Roll, Layer Cake & Charm Quilts by Lintott
Jelly Roll, Layer Cake and Charm Quilts provides seventeen beautiful projects that show you how to get the most from pre-cut fabric bundles. The projects range from smaller lap quilts to full-sized bed quilts and each is made from one jelly roll, layer cake or charm pack (or a combination), making the quilts quick and economical. Using the latest fabrics, the authors provide a main quilt and an alternative color way for added versatility. Simple step-by-step instructions and illustrations make creating quilts from bundles fun and easy, regardless of your skill level.
Poster Quilts with Patrick Lose by Patrick Lose
Fast, Fat Quarter Baby Quilts with M'Liss Rae Hawley : Make Darling Doll, Infant, & Toddler Quilts - Bonus Layette Set by M'Liss Rae Hawley
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Judy Martin's Log Cabin Quilt Book by Judy Martin
Published 2007 * 16 patterns for glorious quilts
* Pieced borders for each quilt
* Never-before-published designs
* Multiple sizes
* Generous color quilt photos
* Close-ups of quilting & fabric
* Lots of diagrams showing blocks, colors, pressing, borders, whole quilts, & piecing sequence
* Clear directions
* Accurate yardage
* Quick cutting
* Easy sewing
* Curved looks from simple logs
* 100 sets shown
* 50 borders shown
* Useful charts
* Organizing tips
I just found this book and I had to have it. There are many patterns for making your log cabin quilt and they are all beautiful.
Inspired to Quilt: Creative Experiments in Art Quilt Imagery by Melanie Testa
The art quilt design process is thoroughly explored in this guide through journaling, technique experiments, and creating small projects using a variety of mixed medias, fiber arts, and surface designs. With the goal of creating imagery and motifs that become the focal point of a quilt, practical exercises and creative hands-on activities direct quilters from concept to finished product while developing a unique voice. Topics include such tasks as fabric manipulation, stamping, resists, layering, fabric painting, dyeing, stitching, appliqué, collage, machine embroidery, and beading. Insider tips and tricks for making the most of time and resources are sprinkled throughout, including the incorporation of finishing touches, special bindings, and creative fixes.
Photo-Inspired Art Quilts: From Composition to Finished Piece by Leni Levenson Wiener, Nancy Zieman
An art quilt is a unique and original work of art done in fabric, layered with batting and backed just like a traditional quilt. Most often they are made to hang on a wall as decoration. In this book, learn how to identify an appropriate photo for an art quilt, how to translate that photo into a fabric collage, and how to accent and/or embellish it using thread painting, raw-edge machine appliqué and fabric collage. A bonus DVD hosted by Nancy Zieman compliments the instruction featured in the book.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Quilt National 2009: The Best of Contemporary Quilts by Lark Books
Presented on these exquisite pages are the most innovative quilts being designed today, all selected for this world-class 16th biennial international juried Quilt National exhibition. For more than three decades, the exhibition—which travels throughout America—has served as a showcase for contemporary quilt artists who expand the boundaries of the craft. Large, spectacular color photographs and the artists’ commentary will inspire the growing market of home quilters. All the pieces are genuine artworks meant for display, and they set the standard and serve as the model for other art quilts.
Super Simple Quilts #3 with Alex Anderson &: Liz Aneloski: 9 Pieced Projects from Strips, Squares &: Triangles by Alex Anderson, Liz Aneloski
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Black & White and Pieced all Over: Stress-free Foundation Quilts by Kay M. Capps Cross
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.

