Author: Annie's Publisher: Annie's Wholesale ISBN: 1590124391 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 48
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Here is your go-to book when you want to make a fast but stylish quilt. All the projects in this book can easily be made in a weekend, and some in a day. 10 projects have size options making a total of 20 possible projects. Imagine your fabric choices in one of these beautiful patterns.
Author: Gretchen Hirsch Publisher: Abrams ISBN: 1683353226 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 602
Book Description
Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses is Gretchen Hirsch’s modern reinvention of a simple idea, focusing on easily mastered sewing skills, minimal pattern pieces, and fabulous designs. “Gretchen ‘Gertie’ Hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a sought-after sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the web’s most popular sewing blogs.” —Creativebug In the ‘50s and ‘60s, Simplicity released their popular line of Jiffy sewing patterns, which had minimal pattern pieces and simple constructions, yet were chic enough for fashion-conscious customers. This approach appeals now more than ever to stylish women who are continuously looking for ways to fit their love of sewing into busy lives packed with family, work, school, and countless other obligations. With the lessons offered here, you can make a Popover Dress, Chemise Dress, Swirl Dress, Boatneck Dress, and Patio Dress. Everything you need is included: pattern maps, finished garment measurements, and more. And the best part? Readers will end up with a sparkling wardrobe of easy-to-wear, fun-to-style dresses that will fill busy modern lives with retro charm. Chapters include: Supplies and Tools Fabrics Getting Ready to Sew Dress Construction: The Basics Dress Construction: Essential Skills Trims and Flourishes Fitting Hirsch writes in her introduction, “So why did I write this book? Because I want to show that it’s possible to cultivate real sewing skills without spending days or even weeks on a project. Sewing more projects means more practice!” The vintage aesthetic of these projects will appeal to beginner and expert crafters alike. They stand on their own as great examples of retro fashion. They aren’t just simple sewing projects. So, don’t wait. Start sewing! Includes color photographs and illustrations Also available: Gertie Sews Vintage Casual Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing Gertie’s New Fashion Sketchbook
Author: Victoria L. Eapen Publisher: Martingale ISBN: 1604682019 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 182
Book Description
Brimming with inviting projects in a range of sizes, this collection makes it possible to create impressive quilts in a jiffy. Find fun projects for all skill levels at a terrific value--perfect for retreats, charity quilts, and gifts. Choose from 16 delightful designs featuring simple quilt-block patterns inspired by tradition, oversized for quick results Combine prints and solids; learn to use fabric choices and color placement for a fresh new look Enjoy a stress-free approach to creating functional quilts without borders
Author: Rose Hughes Publisher: Martingale ISBN: 1604687428 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 233
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Stitch up a whimsical world! Fast-Piece Applique makes it easy to sew complex-looking shapes in a jiffy. Whether it's your 1st or your 101st quilt, these imaginative designs will add life and sparkle to your world. Find step-by-step instructions for four colorful wall hangings, plus an inspirational quilt gallery and guidelines for creating your own designs Discover the best ways to work with large templates Explore fun options for embellishing with fabrics, beads, bangles, and found objects
Author: Kathy Brown Publisher: Martingale ISBN: 1604681136 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 170
Book Description
Quilters everywhere love Take 5 patterns from The Teacher's Pet, 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
Author: That Patchwork Place Publisher: Martingale ISBN: 1604683465 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 90
Book Description
Do fat quarters seem to follow you home? Put them in the perfect spot! The patterns in this exciting assortment invite you to use fat quarters beautifully--and quickly. Find nine designs that work well for a wide range of fabrics, from batiks and jewel tones to 1930s reproduction prints.
Author: Lori Kennedy Publisher: Martingale ISBN: 1683560957 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 131
Book Description
Machine-quilting pro Lori Kennedy has taught hundreds of quilters how to start and, more importantly, how to improve their machine quilting. Now she's packed her vast knowledge, and more than 150 up-close photos, into 25 hands-on lessons you can turn to anytime you need guidance. Each lesson has a practice session and questions to help you evaluate what worked and where you may need a bit more practice. Whether you stitch your way through a lesson a day or save them for weekend quilting time, you'll soon be building skills and confidence, and quilting your projects with ease. You'll learn: Why it's important to start doodling (page 19) How to prevent drag or resistance when quilting a big quilt (page 44) When to mark, and ways to avoid marking pitfalls (page 72) How to create focal points and contrast with your quilting (page 116)
Author: Annie's Publisher: Annie's ISBN: 9781573679633 Category : Patchwork Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Here is your go-to book when you want to make a fast but stylish quilt. All the projects in this book can easily be made in a weekend, and some in a day. 10 projects have size options making a total of 20 possible projects. Imagine your fabric choices in one of these beautiful patterns.
Author: Annie's Publisher: Annies ISBN: 9781590124192 Category : Quilting Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Enjoy 8 inspirational patterns perfect for weekend projects. All designs use 2 1/2" strips in the construction making this your go-to book for moments when you want to create the perfect quilt without all the added planning and preping. Save time and frustration by using preselected and precut strips.
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