Mother Earth's Quilt Sampler: Applique Patterns Inspired by Mother Earth and Her Children by Sieglinde Schoen Smith

Published 2009

Four delightful quilts—one each for spring, summer, fall, and winter—celebrate the changing of the seasons. With each quilt featuring little children enjoying the pleasures of the season, this unique combination of appliqué and embroidery is showcased in each pattern with colorful, close-up photography, so that they can be seen in amazing detail. Step-by-step instructions accompany each quilt, and extensive introductory chapters examine the artist’s thoughts on technique. A template pack, shrink-wrapped with the book, is included as are full-size patterns for each quilt, which can be directly transferred to fabric.

Quilting by Sonja Hakala

Published 2009

Quilting is an old but still very popular art. From Amish country to cutting-edge, quilts of various styles appeal to crafters of all different backgrounds. Quilting VISUAL Quick Tips is an excellent resource for beginners as well as experienced quilters, providing step-by-step instructions for a wide variety of quiltmaking techniques. Perfect to throw in a tote bag and take along to a quilting bee, this book's photo-intensive format makes complex tasks seem easy to accomplish.

Twin Peaks: Quilts from Easy Strip-Pieced Triangles by Gayle Bong

Published 2008

Create sets of joined triangles quickly with an inventive technique that's as easy as 1-2-3! Simply sew two fabric strips together along both long edges, cut them into squares, and then cut the squares in half. You get dozens of beautiful two-color triangle pairs without fussing and fiddling with individual triangles.

• Explore the many exciting quilt designs you can make with triangle pairs
• Discover new ways to use strip piecing with your favorite fabrics
• Choose from 13 projects or use this fast and fun technique to create your own designs

Small Blocks, Stunning Quilts by Biz Storms

Published 2008

Antique quilt lovers, join Mary Elizabeth and Biz in a celebration of traditional quilts! With inspiring photos of quilts from private collections, this book gives you a peek at masterpieces that have not been widely seen. Indulge your passion for nineteenth-century reproduction fabrics as you create gorgeous large quilts with small blocks.

• Create 10 exquisite bed-sized projects or use the blocks in small quilts if you prefer
  
• Find “batch work” instructions in each project—work in short blocks of time to stay organized
  
• Let the beauty of old quilts inspire your fabric and design choices

Fresh and Fabulous Quilts by Cheryl Brown

Published 2008

For the young at heart, these bright and cheery designs add a contemporary twist to traditional methods of quiltmaking. If you want a unique look, the whimsical quilts in this book are especially for you!

• Get eight funky patchwork and appliqué projects that are easy to create
• Make use of today's big bold prints with Cheryl's fresh, vivid colors
• Liven up any room with quilts such as "Flower Power," "Holly Jolly," "L-O-V-E," and more
  

Faux Applique by Helen Stubbings

Published 2008

These elegant, traditionally styled designs will enchant and entice you to try the 'colorqué' technique. What is it? Simply the use of colored pencils to re-create the look of intricate appliqué. All the easily assembled tools and needed materials are described in detail. Use the designs singly on small projects or combined for larger and full-sized quilts. Delightfully elegant designs in the tradition of Baltimore album quilts can be easily executed. Helen Stubbings is a lifelong resident of Australia who has traveled the world over. A quilter since working on her certificate in needlecraft in 1995, she has been developing, testing, teaching, and selling pattern instructions and workshop kits featuring her colorqué technique since early 2000.

Borders the Basics & Beyond: A Complete Guide to Border Techniques with Dozens of Designs to Mix & Match by Jill Reber

Published 2008

Feathered Friends: 18 Paper-Pieced Blocks for Bird Lovers by Jette Norregaard Nielsen

Published 2008

18 beautiful paper-pieced blocks for bird lovers feature chickadees, wrens, woodpeckers, swallows, swans, puffins, gulls, and many others.

From the Publisher

Ah, my little chickadee…and my little wrens, woodpeckers, swallows, swans, puffins, gulls, and all my other fine Feathered Friends. Here you all are, all ready to fly onto my quilts and other home-décor projects with eighteen easy paper-pieced blocks. Each 12 x 13-inch block features a bird in a realistic pose and setting, and all the seams are straight, no curves. The blocks can be used to make quilts, wall hangings, table runners, pillows, placemats, and more. Make fine feathered friends for all of your fine friends, with Feathered Friends.

Lots of Scraps: It's Time to Quilt by Jeanne Stauffer

Published 2008

Quilting has never been more popular. Early pioneers collected fabric scraps to make bed quilts and today's quilters follow that same tradition. In this collection, you'll find a wide assortment of projects that are fun and easy: super scrappy bed quilts, one-of-a- kind wall quilts, extra-special baby quilts, attractive table runners and patchwork bags. Quilters of all ages and skill levels will enjoy making these quilts.

101 Fabulous Fat-Quarter Bags with M'Liss Rae Hawley by M'Liss Rae Hawley

Published 2008

Make yourself a brand new bag! Stylish bags for every season and occasion. 10 projects, huge idea gallery.

Quilting UFOs with Helen's Hints by Helen Squire

Published 2008

'Beam up' those UFOs and get started! Helen shows you how to turn your unfinished projects into finished quilts. Learn what type of quilting patterns are appropriate for your patchwork or appliquéd quilt tops. Follow her four-question formula to determine where and what to quilt. Based on the most popular workshop Helen teaches, Quilting UFOs offers visual solutions to the dilemma of 'quilt as desired.' Learn how easy it is to make any pattern fit your individual quilt top. Refer to the illustrated examples of mitered borders and blocks, all made with the same design, and simply choose your favorite. A galaxy of original patterns are divided into categories for easy reference. They are presented full-sized in a larger, landscape format for handy copying and use. This collection is the eighth in the Dear Helen series of quilting pattern books. Most recent AQS publications by the author include Helen's Mix & Match Quilting Patterns, Helen's Copy & Use Quilting Patterns, Create with Helen Squire: Hand and Machine Quilting, plus three CD-ROMs with printable patterns.

Start to Quilt by Miriam Edwards

Published 2008

Bright, full-color photographs and funky designs will inspire young crafters to cultivate new talents and create fabulous quilted projects. Only a few stitches and techniques are required to successfully combine layers of fabric into one stunning piece. Step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow instructions make it easy for crafters of all ages and skill levels to create sashiko bags, wall hangings, notebook covers, and even a handy phone pouch.

Appli-Curves: Traditional Quilts with Easy No-Sew Curves by Elaine Waldschmidt

Published 2008

Accomplishing more with less is a common mantra these days. In Appli-Curves, you will learn to create curvaceous quilt projects without having to deal with the sometimes challenging and time-consuming process of piecing. This new method uses fusible web for attaching curves, and incorporates three traditional curved pieced blocks - Drunkard's Path, New York Beauty and Hearts and Gizzards. Projects include small and large wall hangings, large and small quilts and table runners. With this book, you will learn to achieve curved success without needing a whole new skill set. CD-ROM templates included!

The Illustrated Step-by-Step Book Of Quilting by Isabel Stanley, Jenny Watson

Published 2008

The needlework techniques of quilting, patchwork and applique have been with us for centuries, these timeless, ever-popular and closely related crafts are brought together here in one volume. Create full-size quilts and decorative throws for beds and seats, bags of all types, cards, pictures and wallhangings, waistcoats, hats and children's clothing, beautiful curtains, bedlinen, tablelinen and towels, accessories for the home, and gifts and keepsakes to treasure. With its comprehensive content, new and exciting ideas, and both practical and inspirational approach, this is the only book the beginner and practised needleworker will need to while away many hours of creative pleasure.

Color Mastery: 10 Principles for Creating Stunning Quilts by Maria Peagler

Published 2008