101 Fun-to-Quilt Pot Holders Review

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(More customer reviews)Great instructions, pictures, etc. More than just taking a quilt block and making it into a pot holder. I've already made 6 of the potholders. Too much fun....

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Trice Boerens has given us new modern themes as well as new twists on traditional books in this wonderful collection of 101 blocks. This book features just over 100 photos and over 300 illustrations and will be a wonderful reference to turn to for many years of inspiration.

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Cutting Garden Quilts: Fabulous Fusible Flowers (That Patchwork Place) Review

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(More customer reviews)I notice that fusible web is being used more and more to make quilts. CUTTING GARDEN QUILTS is no exception. This book makes beautiful flower quilts using fusible web. They are extremely detailed and use thread painting to detail the flowers even further.
Melinda describes her working area and I can only wish I had something similar. A 6' x 4" cutting table is a dream of mine, right down to the 15 drawers to keep things organized and the ability to raise and lower the sewing tables. She also describes what tools/supplies you will need She is very detailed about how to get from a photograph to a quilt with the descriptions of making an outline drawing, enlarging it and choosing colors for the fabric. She includes information on painting with thread to make your quilts pop.
There are five quilts in the book, complete with the outline drawings ready for you to enlarge. Each project has a descriptive paragraph about the quilt subject. Then there is a materials list, assembling instructions, thread detail instructions and how to finish the quilt. A fabric key is also given which shows which color fabric and how much of that fabric is needed.
These are quilts that will take you more than a weekend to complete but will be a beautiful wall hanging when done.


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Use a simple paint-by-number process to create these gorgeous floral-appliqué quilts! A quick layer-and-fuse technique, along with step-by-step color placement tips, will have you quilting your own cutting garden in no time. *Five how-to patterns feature a rose, pansies, clematis, coneflowers, and apples; a photo gallery provides even more inspiration *Easy fusible designs feature numbered color charts--they'll help you choose the perfect hues *Learn how to use machine quilting to "paint" with thread, adding extra dimension and detail to each project

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Quilt As Desired: Your Guide to Straight-Line and Free-Motion Quilting Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned this book for some time, and today I finally pulled it off the shelf as I pondered my latest queen-sized project. I am a piecer more than a quilter, and quilting a large quilt pretty much frazzles me and keeps me "in the ditch". Boy, was I smart to add this book to my "read later" shelf, because "later" came very suddenly today!!
This book pretty much answers all quilting design questions for all skill levels, primarily for short-armers (like me), but it also will assist long-armers (wanna-be) in the overall quilting process. I was looking for filler inspirations and all-over designs, and I found a whole lot more. Full of practice exercises (not required), this text also differentiates the techniques for straight-line vs free-motion quilting.
Ms. Frable NEVER comes off as high-and-mighty by implicitly ordering you to do things only one way. She gives the basics, then gently suggests alternatives along the lines of "if you are willing to do X, then Y becomes possible".
Frable breaks this book into 3 sections: Technical Aspects, Patterns, and Projects. I could comfortably jump right into the Patterns section, which accomodates both marked and unmarked designs. This section also clearly indicates pros and cons of each method, with really nice close-up photos. The Projects section builds up in skill-level, revisiting techniques from the Technical and Patterns sections, while also adding new techniques and even more hints and photos.
Ms. Frable clearly put a lot of time and effort into creating a highly usable reference for us quilters who currently may lack a bit of self-confidence in the quilting process. With just a few words, plus lots of truely helpful tips and photos, this book is THE compendium that I will find myself coming back to time and again.

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*Popularity of quilting continues to grow as the worldwide family of quilters builds on its 50 percent increase in numbers since 1997This book comes to the rescue of quilters everywhere by finally addressing the most dreaded phrase in quilting instruction - quilt as desired. Packed with 150 step-by-step photos, detailed instructions and expert insight into thread selection, marking techniques and simple binding, each chapter meet your desire to continually grow as a quilter. Using straight-line and free-motion techniques to complete six feature projects, this revolutionary guide will help you take your quilting to new heights

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Quilted Symphony--A Fusion of Fabric, Texture & Design Review

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(More customer reviews)Not only are the quilts in this books gorgeous; the detailed explanation of process is easy to understand.

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The bestselling author of Luminous Landscapes guides you through an amazing journey into the world of designing abstract art quilts. Take your imagination to new heights as you learn how to create an abstract design and then break it down into easy segments to sew and embellish.

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Magic Stack-n-Whack Quilts Review

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(More customer reviews)As a beginning quilter, I found this book to be an excellent guide for easily making kaleidoscope quilts without mirrors or extensive measuring and cutting. As a paper crafter as well, I found the technique great for collages.
The book starts out by explaining how to choose fabric and pick colors. It's a great plus that almost any fabric that has a repeat pattern can be used. Then, there are lots of great tips on rotary cutting, machine piecing & pressing.
Next, the stack-n-whack process is demonstrated in detail with step-by-step instructions and full-color photos. Fourteen different quilt projects, in 7 different styles follow. Illustrations are used instead of photos for these.
The quilts themselves are beautiful. There are large color photos of each one. In the back there are guides and patterns for all the projects as well as lesson plans for classes.

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Landscape Quilts Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been making landscape quilts for about a year and found this book inspirational in trying a new technique. Because it includes machine quilting, I was inspired to take a class. While I don't feel that I'll ever be the best machine quilter, I know enough to complete the quilting technique in this book. I am anxious to make my first quilt using this book. The idea is on paper and I am ready to implement it.
The pictures in this book are breathtaking and inspirational. Directions are easy to follow and include special "tip" squares on many of the pages. I highly recommend this book.

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Make gorgeous quilts without patterns or measurements. The projects include creating woodland scenes, creating water, sky, mountains and snow. - Getting started - Creating your own landscape quilt - Adding garden touches - - Cutting free-form shapes - Creating water, sky, mountains and snow - - Creating woodland scenes - Finishing touches - Exhibiting - Working spaces - * Quilting projects inspired by nature - flower gardens, the countryside, woodlands, lakes, mountains and sky. * In full colour: illustrated step-by-step with nearly 300 colour photographs, plus line drawings.

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

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(More customer reviews)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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Freestyle Machine Embroidery: Techniques and Inspiration for Fiber Art Review

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(More customer reviews)Carol Shinn is a master at freestyle machine embroidery and shares her techniques and methods for creating beautiful works of art with thread. Beginning with an overview to help the reader understand the process she moves into color mixing and how layering threads and understanding gradation can add depth, interest and complexity to your finished pieces. Then she takes you step by step through her process for creating a piece starting with choosing a subject right through to presenting and framing the finished piece. Clear close up photos of the steps make it easy to understand and follow the written directions and makes this book an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to explore or expand their knowledge of the techniques in this book. You'll find it hard not to be inspired by the wonderful clear color photos of Carol's work that appear throughout the book. This book is an outstanding guide to the art of freestyle machine embroidery. Highly recommended.

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Explore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery and its applications for quilting and fiber art with this inspirational guidebook for all skill levels. This overview of all the basic methods and stitches for each technique includes step-by-step photographs and illustrations, diagrams, close-ups of sample swatches, troubleshooting tips, and design guidance, altogether elevating crafters’ skills to an artistic level. Beginning with an introduction that includes a list of necessary supplies, chapters cover adjustingthread tension, understanding fabric distortion as it relates to stitching direction, and caring for a sewing machine. This comprehensive guide is sure to move crafters beyond the basics of the stitching process to using color and texture creatively in unique designs and professional-grade finishes.

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Dancing with Thread: Your Guide to Free-Motion Quilting Review

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(More customer reviews)In this book Ann Fahl has generously shared her wealth of knowledge.
Beginning with an inspirational gallery of work we are led from the basics of supplies, tools and threads, through the complexities of getting the best from your sewing machine to the point at which the "Color Dances" begin. The book ends with projects of varying intricacy and a troubleshooting guide.
All in all a comprehensive book that manages to instil good practice, inspires experimentation and is still a good read!
This book is staying very close to my machine!


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Free-spirited Quilting Techniques Gives You The Freedom To Create the Perfect Design. Create decorative quilting designs on any sewing machine that fit your quilt the best. Use the troubleshooting guides to solve common free-motion quilting problems. Create stunning designs using your own doodles as patterns. Add movement, personality, and texture to your quilts. Discover the beauty and ease of working with decorative and metallic threads Are you looking for a faster way to create custom quilting designs? Then you'll love free-motion quilting! Not only is it relaxing and calming, but the free-style approach is so much fun you'll want to make a quilt for everyone you know!

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