New projects new photography and up-to-the-minute techniques make the process more user-friendly than ever. C&T Publishing

    The century's great movements and events are explored through the eyes of quilters. Illustrated and indexed.

    Well-known author and quiltmaking expert Mimi Dietrich shows you all you need to know about finishing quilts with style.Discover dozens of creative ways to finish your quilts, from easy to advancedFind terrific ideas for quilt backings, battings, bindings, and hanging sleevesGet creative with a great section on quilt bordersLearn from Mimi Dietrich's "Happy Ending Hints," sprinkled throughout the book

    A collection of projects for creating quilts using the compass rose pattern as seen on old maps, with 11 full-size patterns for traditional 16 or 32 point compasses, as well as designs based on the six-spoked wheels of Costa Rican carts and other off-centre compasses.

    Includes an explanation of Plains style ribbonwork, templates for various ribbonwork patterns, easy to follow instructions for multiple ribbonwork patterns for dresses, straight dance suits, shawls and many other projects. Color photos throughout, easy to follow sewing and quilting instructions, templates. 135 color photos, 5 b&w, biblio, glossay.

    Pieced clothing patterns include: jackets, vests, coats, and a blouse.

    You will find: ? 16 complete quilt patterns ? Quilt design ideas & planning tips ? Over 2 dozen beautiful new quilting motifs ? Special Lone Star piecing helps ? Quick piecing methods & shortcuts ? Basic quilting techniques ? Yardage charts for diamonds, quick strips, & background squares & triangles ? Quilt size & border width charts ? Discussion of color & fabrics ? 300 drawings ? Photos - 48 in full color

    Including over 1,600 combinations, this little book packs a big punch, solving color questions through photographic and descriptive examples.ContentsHow to use this bookThe basic colorsThe color wheelThe living paletteThe color guideColor schemesColor combinationsPractical applicationsChoosing colorsColor conversion chartColor cards