Quilt Blocks

Author: Suzuko Koseki
Publisher: Landauer (IL)
ISBN: 9781947163904
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description
Be inspired by an entirely new patchwork quilting approach! Color and Form Quilt Blocks features 180 carefully-curated blocks that represent the unique style of Japanese quilting and patchwork. Each quilt block pattern is simple and classic while also incorporating unique Japanese design elements, colorways, and characteristics that make for a fresh, updated aesthetic with a cultural twist. In addition to the stunning 180 patchwork block patterns, also included are examples of patterns that have been sewn, making this book a helpful resource for choosing fabrics and matching colors. Helpful introductory overviews on basic sewing techniques are also provided, plus helpful descriptions on how to make practical items including coasters, pouches, quilts, and mini bags.

180 Doodle Quilting Designs

Author: Karen M. Burns
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604688009
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 219

Book Description
When you're done piecing a quilt, do you often wonder how to finish it with free-motion quilting? Discover how to fill setting triangles, blocks, and borders with a variety of traditional and modern quilting designs, divided into chapters by style: Lines and Squiggles, Curves and Pebbles, Swirls and Feathers, and Just for Fun. This is a must-have book and lifelong reference for any quilter's library. Gain confidence as you follow the arrows and see how to fill a confined space with continuous-line quilting motifs that are adaptable to blocks, triangles, and borders Discover which designs will work best before you sew by practicing your quilting; trace the designs with your finger or on tracing paper Whether you use a long-arm or home sewing machine, you'll enjoy quilting the wide variety of designs

Patchwork Palette

Author: Donna Lynn Thomas
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604681446
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 266

Book Description
Say good-bye to "muddy" quilts--and let your fabrics shine! Create vibrant designs using three easy methods for choosing fabrics--the Rainbow, Color Family, and Mixed methods. Discover 13 enticing multi-fabric quilts--each project is shown in an alternate colorway for a dramatically different look Find detailed guidance on three principles of fabric selection: hue, value, and scale of print Focus on planning just a few blocks at once and enjoy a stress-busting creative experience

A Quilting Life

Author: Sherri McConnell
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1607056607
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 84

Book Description
“With its diverse selection of fabrics and designs, A Quilting Life is a fine pick for any quilter looking to produce family-oriented keepsake results.” —The Needlecraft Shelf Bring the handmade tradition home with these charming quilts and home accessories. Inspired by a grandmother who loved to sew for her family, quilter and blogger Sherri McConnell gives traditional patterns like hexagons, stars, snowballs, and Dresden Plates a new look featuring fabrics by some of today’s most popular designers. Nineteen cozy projects include pillows, tote bags, table runners, and larger quilts—quick and easy designs that make great gifts. “Sherri’s book is a treasure! It’s full of fun and straight-forward patterns for quilts, table toppers, pillows, bags and more—all the goodies to make a cozy home.” —Thimbleanna “Would you like the opportunity to make tomorrow’s heirlooms in today’s vast selection of prints? . . . If so, this could be the reference book that will get you started. There are 19 projects, mainly focusing on handmade household items but including some larger quilts too.” —Fabrications Quilting for You “Beautiful inspiration if you are a seasoned quilter, but also a great resource with clear and in some cases, simple patterns for newbies as well.” —Diary of a Quilter “Color photos of finished needlework projects accompany step-by-step diagrams and assembly patterns, while at-a-glance sidebars covering materials and cutting allow needleworkers to gauge the complexity of each project.” —The Needlecraft Shelf

365 Foundation Quilt Blocks

Author: Linda Causee
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402740411
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 366

Book Description
It’s quiltmaking made as simple as paint-by-numbers! With a new method called foundation piecing, you just follow a numerical sequence to stitch fabric onto a foundation. Even the smallest pieces meet precisely, quickly, and accurately. With 365 projects, you could make one every day of the year. They’re organized month-by-month, so you could make a patriotic quilt with the July blocks; a Thanksgiving quilt in November; a Christmas quilt with the December blocks; or pretty floral quilts with each month’s flowers. (There are also some whimsical designs such as the yellow submarine that marks the day the Beatles came to America.) Photos of quilts made with blocks for each month accompany the complete instructions for the entire foundation piecing process.

Treasury of Patchwork Borders

Author: Elizabeth F. Nyhan
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486261832
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 66

Book Description
Comprehensive reference book offers 30 patterns for 76 distinctive border motifs — each in 5 sizes. Instructions for selecting appropriate pattern size and design.

Block-Buster Quilts - I Love House Blocks

Author: Karen M. Burns
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604688823
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 83

Book Description
Make House blocks that feel right at home in quilts that fit your personal style! Go modern, delve into traditional styles, and play with color variations. Top-notch designers--including Carrie Nelson, Kimberly Jolly, Jeni Gaston, Jackie White, Corey Yoder, and Natalie Barnes--have come together to present 14 all-new designs that display the variety and versatility of House blocks. You'll never get enough of these easy-to-customize classics that are perfect for your favorite fabrics. Welcome home, House blocks!

25 Patchwork Quilt Blocks Volume 2

Author: Katy Jones
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604684283
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 185

Book Description
Following the success of her book 25 Patchwork Quilt Blocks, popular blogger and designer Katy Jones presents an all-new assortment of terrific quilt-block patterns. Explore a wide range of 6" blocks, including traditional designs as well as fresh interpretations and new blocks Learn beginner-friendly techniques for machine appliqué, hand appliqué, English paper piecing, and more Make the most of your blocks with projects in a variety of sizes: a keep-safe drawstring bag, an apron, and two quilts

25 Patchwork Quilt Blocks

Author: Katy Jones
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604682868
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 139

Book Description
Using fabulous fabrics and graphic pops of color, popular blogger Katy Jones presents time-honored and original quilt-block patterns, plus four fun projects. Beginner-friendly instructions include machine piecing, working with squares and triangles, basic machine applique, and fussy cutting for big impact with little effort. Select from 25 rotary-cut blocks; find traditional designs as well as fresh interpretations and new blocks Follow clear and accurate instructions, measurements, and diagrams for easy construction Create skill-building projects such as a coaster, pillow, armchair sewing butler, and vibrant quilt

Classic Quilt Blocks

Author: Susan Winter Mills
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486260038
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 163

Book Description
Invaluable reference with quilting patterns organized according to geometric configurations: stars, triangles, circles, squares, combinations. Also, 139 new quilt patterns.