The Ultimate Guide to Rulerwork Quilting

Author: Amanda Murphy
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617459488
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 131

Book Description
Discover how to use quilting rulers to their fullest and achieve the quilting you want every time. Straight lines, curves . . . there are rulers for every kind of quilting! Amanda Murphy shares an in-depth guide to everything you need to know about rulerwork quilting on both domestic and longarm machines. With recommendations for choosing templates and feet, this technical guide is great on its own, but also makes the perfect sidekick to Murphy’s popular Rulerwork Quilting Idea Book. Plan your quilting to perfection and learn to combine rulerwork with free-motion quilting. Watch your quilting aesthetic begin to evolve; helpful photos show you how to execute quilting designs with basic straight-line and circle rulers, as well as specialty shapes like waves, clamshells, and feathers! Become a rulerwork expert! Achieve the quilting you want every time Work on your longarm or domestic sewing machine, with troubleshooting and ergonomic tips for each Buy the right rulers and feet, plan the quilting, and execute rulerwork with finesse

Rulerwork Quilting Idea Book

Author: Amanda Murphy
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617455741
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
A basic introduction to reulerwork, featuring fifty-nine designs using six basic quilting ruler shapes, including straight lines, circles, and squiggles. Quilting rulers have long been used by longarm quilters to make uniform shapes, but now, with the advent of the domestic ruler foot, domestic quilters can join in on the fun, too! Amanda starts with how to use six basic shapes of machine quilting ruler to lay a foundation for your quilting, then moves on to executing fifty-nine different designs. Finish up by following Amanda’s suggestions for filling in background space with free-motion quilting.

The Ultimate Guide to Longarm Machine Quilting

Author: Linda V. Taylor
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1607050471
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 181

Book Description
From maintenance to custom designs to advertising, here is everything you need to know about using longarm quilting machines. This indispensable guide from longarm expert Linda V. Taylor answers all of your questions, whether you’re a professional, a beginner, just starting to think about a quilting machine, or wanting to hire a machine quilter to finish your quilt. Learn the basics - how the process works, advice on tools, supplies, and accessories, and a glossary of terms. Complete information on pantograph (all-over) designs, custom quilting, and freehand techniques. An overview of the business of longarm machine quilting for both the proprietor and the consumer. 38 pages of original pantograph patterns, plus a quilt project and a gallery of beautiful quilts.

Machine-Quilting Idea Book

Author: Vicki Ruebel
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 168356068X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 99

Book Description
Welcome to a machine-quilting book like no other. It's a helpful guide to machine-quilting designs for a dozen classic quilt blocks! No guessing, no stressing--these 61 designs show you exactly how to quilt specific blocks, and you choose the challenge. With four to six ways to quilt each block, you'll find machine-quilting designs for beginners, advanced quilters, and everyone in between. Designs are rated with one, two, or three spools: One spool: Light quilting, no marking, easy to stitch--perfect for finishing quilts quickly. Two spools: A little more adventurous--try swirls, pebbles, feathers, and more. Three spools: Dense quilting, grid work, and ruler work--plus more feathers! Start with an introduction to basic tools, supplies, and best practices. Then jump right in with color-coded illustrations that tell you which path to follow and when. Yes, you can quilt it--begin with any of the blocks below and Vicki Ruebel will show you how! Log Cabin * Snowball * Bear's Paw * Sawtooth Star * Courthouse Steps * Churn Dash * Granny Square * Eight-Pointed Star * Nine Patch * Double X * Friendship Star * Ohio Star

The Ultimate Guide to Machine Quilting

Author: Angela Walters
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781604687286
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description

Quilting for Hire

Author: Shelly Pagliai
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 164403087X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 211

Book Description
A creative person's guide to the longarm quilting business Professional machine quilters are in high demand, and you can be one of them! Learn the secrets to success in this dynamic, interactive guidebook for creatives. Chock full of exercises, tips, interviews, graphics, and sample forms and contracts, it's everything veteran longarm quilter Shelly Pagliai wished she'd known before launching her business. Turn your creative skills and passion into a successful business with the author's detailed advice on studio setups, business plans, finding and working with customers, money matters, and more! This book is ideal for anyone thinking about starting or expanding their own professional longarm or custom quilting business. Turn your dream into a reality! Learn the business of longarm quilting for others with this fun and interactive guide Get expert advice to run your business, from time management and marketing to pricing, taxes, insurance, and more Launch like a pro with sample forms, contracts, and exercises to work out the nitty-gritty details

Color Essentials-Crisp & Vibrant Quilts

Author: Amanda Murphy
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1607057107
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 148

Book Description
This must-have book will free you from preconceived notions about color and inspire creativity. You will learn to experiment with solids and gain a deep understanding of how color functions. Perfect for both the adventurous beginner and skilled intermediate quilter, the 12 modern quilt projects will show you how to create fresh combinations, vibrancy, and movement using different hues. To make the projects accessible, affordable, and stunning, the author has developed a pre-cut package of Robert Kaufman Fabrics that can be used in conjunction with this book.

Straight-Line Quilting Designs

Author:
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617459283
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 163

Book Description
Endless inspiration from your favorite quilters Want inspiration for your straight-line quilting? Now you have the perfect tool! This spiral-bound book is full of designs—JUST designs—and will lie flat on your work surface or your quilt to keep your hands on the quilt and that needle moving! The fourth in our Quilting Inspiration series, this visual guide is filled with more than seventy-five distinctive straight-line designs from your favorite designers to get you stitching. Perfect for domestic and longarm machines Full-page spreads with easy-to-follow straight-line designs Lies flat for easy reference while quilting

Free-Motion Quilting Idea Book

Author: Amanda Murphy
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617451029
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Take the guesswork out of free-motion quilting with 155 fresh ideas—each handpicked for a specific space on a quilt. Mix and match the designs from each chapter to artfully quilt 30 traditional blocks, borders, sashing, and more! This must-have reference includes an inspiring gallery of finished quilts, tips for domestic and longarm quilters, and complete instructions for a table runner project to hone your skills.

Quilting Is My Therapy

Author: Angela Walters
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617455172
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 116

Book Description
Take an in-depth look at the artistry of Angela Walters, a true visionary in the modern quilting movement. This hardcover coffee table book delves into her free-motion quilting journey in gorgeous detail. The best-selling author gives insight into her design process, with full-page photography of her own work and commissioned quilting. Learn the secrets behind Angela's stitching - how she sketches with grand details and lavish texture to complement each quilt's specific design.