Over 1,000 color fabric swatches are listed in this handy, easy-to-use reference guide. You'll be able to identify fabric dating from the pre-1830 era through the Second World War. Match your antique fabric by selecting a suspected time period and comparing colors and prints.

    Easy-to-follow patterns, beautiful photographs, and colorful step-by-step drawings help the projects come together quickly----many in less than an hour. Whether they are created in kimono silks or in contemporary cottons, these tiny boxes, purses, decorative toys, incense pouches, and good luck charms all make delightful gifts.

    Since the facts don't do that too often, I decided to make it up. . . . That is the real power and joy of being an artist. We can make it come true. Or look true."—Faith Ringgold, in a 1992 interviewThis catalog is the first book-length publication devoted to the exquisite story quilts of contemporary artist Faith Ringgold. Combining painted images, handwritten texts, and quilting techniques, Ringgold weaves together modernist painting; feminist critique; postmodernist strategies of appropriation, parody, and montage; and personal memoir in a remarkable synthesis that takes on European modernism, African American folk art, and the "black aesthetic" of the 1960s and 1970s. The catalog accompanies an exhibition of The French Collection and The American Collection, a series of story quilts Ringgold has produced since 1990. Catalog essays include an examination of Ringgold's stylistic development through the 1960s and 1970s, an exploration of the social and political aspects of the story quilts, and a recollection by the artist's daughter, writer Michele Wallace.Ringgold has adapted the tradition of the American slave quilt to create a world in which African Americans and women dominate, where history is not only questioned but also reinvented. The titles of the quilts in Ringgold's French Collection and American Collection suggest her subject range and daring: Jo Baker's Birthday Party; Dinner at Gertrude Stein's; A Portrait of Aunt Jemima; Tubman, Douglass, and Truth: Wanted Dead or Alive are examples. Faith Ringgold's broad audience of admirers (her books for children have won Caldecott and New York Times book illustration honors) will welcome Dancing at the Louvre. Finally there is a book that displays her artistic achievements and provides a full discussion of her importance within contemporary art.

    The kaleidoscope effects occur spontaneously, thanks to the ingeniously simple 'Stack-n-Whack'(R) cutting technique. By stacking identical repeats of fabric, quilters can efficiently cut the pieces needed for all the blocks. Each block will be unique and unexpected, keeping the quilting experience fresh and exciting! With over 200 how-to illustrations and dozens of color plates. Designs include the classic LeMoyne Star, Hybrid Lilies, Kaleidoscope Pinwheel, Hexagon Star, Diamond Ring, Morning Star, and others, all pieced with construction methods that eliminate set-in seams and ensure quick, successful results.

    African American quilts are of particular interest because -- unlike European-American quilts that focus on pattern and technique -- they are often emotionally expressive and graced with narrative imagery.Spirits of the Cloth celebrates this artistic tradition by showcasing 150 of the most stunning contemporary African American quilts in full-color photographs and by allowing their creators to expand upon the story that stands behind each piece.African Americans who are looking for beautiful books featuring black collectibles, and everyone interested in the quilting tradition, will welcome this as one of the most important and gorgeous quilting books ever published.

    This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. If the pullout patterns are missing, please contact c&t publishing.

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    This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. If the pullout patterns are missing, please contact c&t publishing.

    Pick a block.Choose your favorites from 120 exciting 9" rotary-cut blocks found in The Block Library.2. Pick a setting.Mix and match your blocks and combine them using one of the 15 quilt settings Marsha has designed. Since all the blocks are the same size, everything fits together without any messy math or extra figuring on your part.3. Make a quilt!Clear, fully illustrated directions give you everything you need to sew the blocks without a hitch and assemble a gorgeous quilt from start to finish.Over 1,600 illustrations and 130 color photos make this a beautiful and practical how-to guide for every quiltmaker.

    In this second edition of "The Magic of Crazy Quilting," Marsha Michler goes beyond providing guidance on how to create a crazy quilt from start to finish and presents six new, smaller projects such as a purses, pillows and needlebook covers! Inside you'll find an outstanding collection of more than 15 embellishment techniques, four piecing methods, and 1,000 embroidery stitch variations.Marsha Michler creates wonderfully pleasing works of art with fabrics, threads, and ribbons. Twenty magnificent antique crazy quilts will enthrall quilt lovers, embroidery enthusiasts, and ribbon artists of all levels. Quilt types include: themes, country-style wool, silk, miniature, kids, memory, art, and fund-raiser quilts. Embellishment techniques include: ribbon-work, silk ribbon embroidery, wool embroidery, applique, monogramming, dyeing, and fabric painting.

    Choose from 17 charming miniature quilts.

    More than 200 quilter's-eye-view photos and clear step-by-step directions will guide you each step of the way.Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:* Simple solutions for dealing with blocks that aren't the same size* How to size and fit borders so they never, ever ripple or wave* Sashing strategies that instantly add pizzazz to your quilts* An ingenious, time-saving way to join blocks together (cut your assembly time in half!)* The secrets to custom-fitting a pieced border* Dozens of clever ideas for straight and diagonal settingsAnd much, much more!

    More than 270 clear color photos in this reference will guide you through all the basics and then beyond into a world of beautiful hand-quilting techniques.Master the art of hand quilting with:* Guides on the very best needles, thimbles, markers, and battings* Back-saving tricks that make basting fast and painless* The inside scoop on using hoops and floor frames* Creative tying techniques that look terrific and take half the time* Hints and tips that make trapunto and stippling easyEnjoy the pleasures of hand quilting with all the best, most up-to-date information!Learn the secrets for glitch-free stitching!

    Since you are only making half a quilt, it only takes half the time!

    This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. If the pullout patterns are missing, please contact c&t publishing.

    This draws upon the oral history of each quilt as well as interpreting its actual characteristics to provide an insight into the families that made them.

    Mandalas have been traditionally used as a source of wisdom and meditation.

    It demonstrates and illustrates examples of the quilts made by this method, including two easy projects for readers to follow.

    In addition to the finest traditional patterns and favorites form Judy's earlier books, The Block Book has 107 stunning new blocks. Each of the 156 blocks has a color photo showing every detail, a clear piecing diagram, precise rotary cutting instructions, accurate full-size templates, and piecing tips and quilt suggestions.

    

    Learn to display that quilt of Grandma's or make your own works of art with 11 quilt patterns and 8 pillow designs.

    Ten quilt projects are included, and help is provided with choosing appropriate fabrics, and strategies for achieving colour and contrast.

    Quiltmaker Judy B. Dales teaches you her methods for creating free-form curved designs.