Make a beautiful, modern quilt of your own design with the 100 original quilt blocks or try one of the 5 city-themed sampler quilts designed by Tula.

    . .Welcome to Too Much--where the women are strong-willed and the men are handsome yet shiftless. Ever since Mary Dell Templeton and her twin sister Lydia Dale were children, their Aunt Velvet has warned them away from local boys. But it's well known that the females in Mary Dell's family have two traits in common--superior sewing skills and a fatal weakness for men.While Lydia Dale grows up petite and pretty, Mary Dell just keeps growing. Tall, smart, and sassy, she is determined to one day turn her love of sewing into a business. Meanwhile, she'll settle for raising babies with her new husband, Donny. But that dream proves elusive too, until finally, Mary Dell gets the son she always wanted--a child as different as he is wonderful. And as Mary Dell is forced to reconsider what truly matters in her family and her marriage, she begins to piece together a life that, like the colorful quilts she creates, will prove vibrant, rich, and absolutely unforgettable. . .

    Jessica Alexandrakis has traveled the world with her on-to-go sewing kit and small stash of fabric, creating strikingly modern patchwork along the way. Now she shares everything she's learned about this addictive, beginner-friendly technique. • Sewing kit essentials that you can slip in your bag so you'll always be ready to stitch • Color theory and stash organization tips for dramatic effects or scrap-happy results • Creative patterns to combine hexagons, half-hexagons, diamonds, stars, squares, and triangles • 10 step-by-step projects, including the hand-pieced Laptop Bag, Tanuki Stripe Throw, Falling Stars Baby Quilt, and Jessica's signature Travel Quilt • 10 customizable quilt patterns with 40 vibrant color palette suggestions Whether your style is classic or modern, Jessica offers a range of stunning projects, from small home accessories to full-size quilts, for all skill levels. So leave the sewing machine at home. Take your quilt to go.

    By exploring modern print combinations and employing innovative techniques such as supersizing blocks, Roskelley offers a fresh interpretation of classic blocks in 12 achievable projects. Simple enough for beginners, all of the projects are easy to piece using precuts, yardage, and scrap fabrics. And, as always, Roskelley s fail-proof instructions and expert knowledge will guide and inspire every step of the way. Master a variety of simple techniques such as half-square triangles and easy Flying Geese for a bold, sophisticated style Classic-block quilting gets a modern makeover with jumbo sizes, fresh prints and colors, and secondary patterns created with color placement Bridge the traditional and modern with quilts that have timeless appeal"

    The book includes historical notes on the novel and photos of 9 Loyal Union Samplers made by Jennifer and other Elm Creek Quilts lovers from around the world. These blocks can be mixed and matched with blocks from Jennifer s wildly popular Elm Creek Quilts sampler, Sylvia s Bridal Sampler. . 121 traditional 6 quilt blocks . Full-sized patterns for every block, plus instructions for assembling the quilt . Start an Elm Creek Quilt club and feature a different block at each meeting"

    Vintage Quilt Revival helps you utilize traditional quilt blocks with contemporary colors and fabrics to create pieces that could rightly be a part of the "traditional made modern" movement. In this book, you'll find: 22 quilting projects, including 19 traditional quilt blocks, and ranging from fullsize quilts to a pillow, table runner, bag, and zipper pouch Hints and modifications for adding a fresh twist to vintage designs A touch of quilting history that adds context to the included projects Use of a variety of quilting techniques, including piecing, blasting, quilting, and binding With Vintage Quilt Revival , there's no need to give up your love for traditional quilting stylesjust bring in a bit of modern flair

    With a refreshingly new approach to free-motion stitching, First Steps to Free-Motion Quilting encourages you to make something beautiful while improving your free-motion quilting skills. You'll find 24 projects and quilts that are light on assembly so you can spend most of your time stitching. A handy troubleshooting guide ensures success every step of the way.

    With this stunning collection, she brilliantly answers the call. Check out the gallery!Immerse yourself in the beauty of 10 new bargello projects ranging in size from a bed runner to queen-size quilts--including a bargello for Baby--plus pillowcasesLearn Eileen's efficient and enjoyable quilt-by-number technique, which takes the guesswork out of the construction processFind quilt patterns for everyone from confident beginners to advanced quilters

     Select from 12 strikingly simple quilts and recharge your creative batteries Discover skill-building projects that move from squares and strips to designs featuring stitch-and-flip corners, half-square triangles, pinwheels, a Rail Fence layout, and more Enjoy patterns that are just right for quilt retreats and make-in-a weekend gifts

    Simpilfy the cutting process and showcase 5" squares--or scraps from your stash--in timeless quilts. Find instructions for each quilt in three different sizes--lap, twin, and queen--for triple the options Get directions for using 4" and 6" squares as well Achieve a scrappy look or customize quilts to your fabric collection; patterns feature batiks, reproduction fabrics, and more

    She covers a wide variety of techniques: stamping, ancient Japanese Shibori, silkscreen, soy wax and flour resist, image transfer, marbling, nature printing, foils and metal leaf, and more. Step-by-step photographs illustrate every technique, and Rezendes includes innovative suggestions on how to combine and layer techniques for stunningly original results.

    Readers learn step by step how to create fiber collages based on maps of their favorite real and imaginary places. The book features a large photo gallery of quilt maps by Valerie and her students. . Innovative designs keep your customers creativity engaged . Fully illustrated guide covers a variety of basic mixed-media techniques . Bundle this book with fabric paints and mediums, markers, and fusible web"

    21 Authentic Projects

    Inspired by worldwide travels and a plethora of ethnic textiles, including Amish quilts in America, Japanese indigo patched work clothes, and African weavings, the projects featured include full-size bed quilts as well as smaller pieces that can be completed more quickly, such as throws, wall hangings, table runners, and pillows. With Shots and Stripes, Fassett answers the current call for quilts that make bold graphic statements but are not necessarily as time-consuming as some of the work for which he has been previously celebrated.

    Choose from 18 traditional quilt patterns, including wall hangings, table toppers, and two beautiful doll quilts Make excellent use of scraps, fat quarters, and even fat eighths Enjoy striking projects with names that conjure images of the era, such as "Gettysburg," "Civil War Journal," and "Troops in Formation"

    Learn how making a series of quilts can help you generate more ideas, find new subtleties in favorite subjects, and build a body of work for shows. Creative exercises help you develop your own themes and techniques. Includes a huge gallery of more than 200 examples from Elizabeth and other working art quilters. Packed with hands-on lessons and examples, this book will transform your work and enlarge your creative vision forever.

    Beginner and expert sewists alike will find inspiring ideas and plenty of guidance in these 16 versatile keepsake projects. Most of the patterns can be sized for baby quilts, and seven of the patterns easily adapt to make crib- and twin-sized quilts.

    Sue comprehensively addresses supplies for designing, marking, basting, and free-motion quilting. Then she covers designing and quilting several types of feathers: Simple feathers, feathers to fit border, feathers with curved spines, motif-style feathers, feathers for wholecloth. After discussing fillers such as stippling, she describes how to machine quilt on a home machine and concludes with practice exercises and 9 projects to build skills and experience. OUT OF PRINT

    The 64 page handy square format gives us room for at least twenty projects, each with simple step-by-step instructions, beautiful photographs, as well as a basic techniques and materials section at the front of the book. Practical yet pretty, a mug rug is one of the latest trends on the sewing and patchwork scene. Basically it is a large coaster with room for your favourite mug and a biscuit or two. Small enough to complete in a few hours, but large enough to give space to your creativity, a mug rug is an ideal project for trying out some new techniques or even for getting to grips with patchwork, quilting or appliqué for the first time. This book contains a selection of mug rugs designed by renowned international patchwork artists. Revel in the many different designs that can be achieved with various fabrics and techniques and, above all, have fun making your own mug rug.

    In this collection of 12 all-new projects, you ll learn how to quilt with triangles as well as master a variety of innovative techniques. In the City Challenge, the author explores 4 more U.S. cities with new quilt designs. All of the projects are rendered in House s beloved signature style and will surely inspire sewists of every skill level."

    Growing Up Modern —16 Quilt Projects for Babies & Kids provides inspiration and guidance in 16 versatile keepsake projects. Seven of the patterns adapt to make crib- and twin-sized quilts. There is a comprehensive overview on quiltmaking basics, step-by-step instructions, and vibrant photographs to help you from start to finish. For those who believe that quilting is impossible when you have kids, the author (and mother of 3) includes helpful hints on finding the time and keeping it fun.

    You ll find all the latest tips and techniques to help you stitch your own applique creations, plus charming new applique patterns in the colorful Piece O Cake style. Nine new applique blocks make charming miniature quilts or mix-and-match samplers. Five new quilt projects include complete instructions and full-size pullout patterns plus basic stitches are shown for both right and left handers.

    Learn a variety of intermediate to advanced techniques--from installing zippers and magnetic snaps to creating adjustable straps--and find detailed info on selecting the right interfacing, stabilizer, or batting for any project. Choose from 12 new designer-style bags and purses--alternate colorways provide additional inspiration Make use of clearly illustrated, well-tested patterns for sewing attractive bags Add stylish design elements that make your bags stand out: piping, three-dimensional pockets, fabric pleats, and moreWinner in the 2014 PubWest Book Design Awards!Video

    Play with fun designs ranging from traditional to modern, ideal for baby showers, birthdays, holidays, and more and discover quilts for every skill level; while most projects are patchwork, some also include charming applique."

    Liza Prior Lucy’s Dreamy Hexagons pattern features Jupiter, an irregular, organic stripe. Kaffe has gone for rich colorways, cut up small, in his Overlapping Squares quilt. New fabrics Daisy Chain, Mad Plaid, Lotto and Trellis and Nets are shown to great advantage in Brandon Mably’s fresh and charming child’s quilt, Paper Dolls. On trend colorways of pink, turquoise, lavender and red are featured throughout the book. Complete instructions for creating each museum-quality quilt are included, along with tips and techniques that Kaffe has gathered in his more than 30 years of experience.

    From basics to expert, it's two books in one, an efficient sewing machine guide and in-depth reference book that can stay with you for years to come. Starting with introductory chapters on how to use a sewing machine, the book quickly progresses to in-depth coverage of advanced subjects. Both home machines and industrial machines are covered with sections dedicated to modern machines and vintage machines. Chapters on fabric, thread, stitches, needles, feet and setting up a sewing room will help unlock your creativity. From straight stitch machines to electronic machines over 100 of the most popular home and industrial machines are featured with insights on capabilities for each type of machine. Older machines can have a service life of 80 years or more and are better suited for some types of work. For other applications a modern electronic machine with the latest features may be needed. The chapter on buying recommendations will help you figure out what type of machine and features are best suited for your type of sewing. Most people have a love/hate relationship with their sewing machines. They love them when the machine is working good, but hate them when frustrating problems arise. This book will empower you to eliminate the hate part of the relationship and put you in control of your machine. In-depth chapters on adjusting tension, troubleshooting and maintenance will help you handle most problems with ease and to know which problems not to tackle. The Sewing Machine Master Guide was written as both an eBook and print book using optimized re-flowable formatting for a perfect presentation on small or large devices. Everything from a basic eBook reader or Kindle to a large screen PC or Mac is supported. Why the low price? Electronic publishing and print-on-demand is used with distribution to many countries worldwide. The pricing reflects this new technology and distribution model.

    Sixteen traditional blocks in both 12 and 6 sizes are named after a food or related kitchen items. Sixteen recipes as well as individual blocks and quilts are included. The book is fun and chock full of techniques to challenge your taste buds.

    Joan illustrates more than 400 embroidery stitches. These designs can be used for crystal placement and are great for quilting design filler patterns.

    The diverse designs, which use a wide range of techniques and materials, are divided into categories that include contemplation, community, family and friends, happiness, historical and literary icons, and more. Gallery sections display the work of more than 100 quilters, while 21 featured artists receive in-depth treatment, including images of their finest pieces and illuminating interviews about their practice.

    The 'modern' look in quilting is quilting! Lots of it, in large, unpieced areas of the quilt. Caught somewhere between making a wholecloth quilt and something that is all pieced, many quilters seek inspiration for the quilting to do in those wide open spaces. This book provides both the technical advice and the creative ideas offering seven striking quilts as practice projects. The projects and quilting designs in this book can easily be used with any quilting method. The simple-to-sew projects can even be hand pieced, if desired. Includes CD of full-size quilting designs.

    Country stores in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and other tourist regions display row after row of handcrafted quilts—a favorite souvenir for tourists and a source of income for the quilters. In luxury homes, office buildings, and museums, the quilts have been preserved and displayed as priceless artifacts. They are even pictured on collectible stamps. Amish Quilts explores how these objects evolved from practical bed linens into contemporary art.In this in-depth study, illustrated with more than 100 stunning color photographs, Janneken Smucker discusses what makes an Amish quilt Amish. She examines the value of quilts to those who have made, bought, sold, exhibited, and preserved them and how that value changes as a quilt travels from Amish hands to marketplace to consumers.A fifth-generation Mennonite quiltmaker herself, Smucker traces the history of Amish quilts from their use in the late nineteenth century to their sale in the lucrative business practices of today. Through her own observations as well as oral histories, newspaper accounts, ephemera, and other archival sources, she seeks to understand how the term "Amish" became a style and what it means to both quiltmakers and consumers. She also looks at how quilts influence fashion and raises issues of authenticity of quilts in the marketplace.Whether considered as art, craft, or commodity, Amish quilts reflect the intersections of consumerism and connoisseurship, religion and commerce, nostalgia and aesthetics. By thoroughly examining all of these aspects, Amish Quilts is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of these beautiful works.

    Create original quilts from each block design and adapt them to your own style. Learn how to interpret print, pattern and shapes into unique quilting ideas and experiment with a range of innovative techniques for impressive, professional results. Covers techniques such as square piecing, basket weave, half-square triangles, chevrons, quarter circles and portholes.

    What a great way to get inspired about your fabric collections! These are perfect for table toppers, wall hangings, and baby shower gifts! 7 Designs by Barbara Groves and Mary Jacobson: Hannah, Ingrid, Jennifer, Kendra, Leslie, Molly, and Nicole.

    If you haven't tried paper-piecing yet, you'll discover how quickly and easily your quilt comes together with Carol's foundation piecing technique. She provides tips for tools and fabrics, plus plenty of inspiration. Try Carol's inspiring quilt projects to learn about unit placement, how to paper-piece, and how to choose your fabrics.

    "What should I look for in a sewing machine?" "Why does my thread keep breaking?" "How often should I change needles?" "How can I sew without getting a back ache?" The Quilter's Guide covers all this, plus much more on needles, threads, sewing machines, batting, cotton fabric, piecing tools and techniques, and sewing room setup. Compact guide is small enough to tuck in your purse; lies flat for easy reference. Packed with useful facts, tips, and rules of thumb.

    But this is more than a book of breathtaking projects: it's part of Stitch Red, a campaign started by Jimmy Beans Wool founder Laura Zander to educate women about heart disease and help them take charge of their heart health. Each showcased designer—including Amy Butler, Denyse Schmidt, Anna Maria Horner, Ty Pennington, and Kaffe Fassett—shares his or her experience with heart disease and offers tips for staying healthy. The Heart Truth®, a public-awareness program sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, will receive a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the book.

    Featuring twelve gorgeous new quilt designs accompanied by step instructions and easy to follow diagrams, making them suitable for quilters of all abilities. Each quilt pattern has been recreated in an alternative colourway for extra inspiration. The dessert theme is echoed in the designs themselves which have been given tempting names such as Afternoon Tea; Sugar 'n' Spice; Pavlova and Marmalade Cake.

    The blocks are divided into three sections by technique: quick piecing, foundation (paper) piecing, and appliqué blocks. Each section includes basic technique instruction, followed by 25 blocks. Follow the step-by-step instructions to quickly learn the order of construction and directions for pressing seam allowances, while color diagrams of the blocks show them used in multiples so you can plan out your full quilt as you go along. The perfect mix of original designs and modern interpretations of traditional patterns, this book offers something for both the beginner and experienced quilter. Each block can be interpreted in endless fabric combinations, so you'll gain a wealth of inspiration. Whether you choose to use the blocks for full quilts, small décor pieces, or even fashion accents is completely up to you. Links to online patterns make it easy for you to print out patterns for the blocks in the size you want. Paper-pieced blocks can be printed out on paper to go straight from printer to sewing machine; no tracing necessary. The author's unique approach to foundation piecing provides the full patterns plus the option of individual rough-cut templates for each segment that prevent inadequate coverage. Patterns for quick-pieced and appliqué blocks include seam allowances, so you can forget about having to draw templates and add seam allowances.

    

    The clear and informative text coupled with numerous examples of Ruth's work make this not only a comprehensive guide for artists, designers and students with an interest in the use of colour in textile work, but also a beautiful 'must-have' book for anyone who simply loves colour. Throughout the book the reader is encouraged to experiment with and, above all, enjoy colour and the challenges it offers. It begins with detailed coverage of the range of colouring media and surfaces available to the contemporary textile artist and how these can be used with print and stitch. There follows an inspirational journey through all aspects of colour, including colour mixing; adding tiny touches of colour; achieving intensity, vibrancy and depth; working with opacity, transparency and translucency; colour selection and combination; and working with a limited palette.

    The quilts are all the same size (40 x 50), with interchangeable borders that offer lots of variations. A Reader Gallery shows more variations to inspire you, plus Color Your Way diagrams let you experiment with your own fabric color ideas. These quilts will be great gifts for babies and kids, as well as fun lap quilts for all ages. 12 Designs: Ruff Patch (dog); Purr Patch (cat); Beary Patch (bear); Quack Patch (duck); Bunny Patch (rabbit); Banana Patch (monkey); Prickly Patch (hedgehog); Peanut Patch (elephant); Hoo Patch (owl); Pokey Patch (turtle); Polar Patch (penguin); and Jingle Patch (reindeer).

    Each stitch description includes multiples needed to allow the stitcher to make any size project, and any type of yarn can be used to create the designs. One hundred easy crochet stitch patterns are featured—including openweave, textured patterns, and ripples—and most consist of double crochet stitches and chains which can be worked up quickly. This reference also includes tips on turning chains and gauge, as well as how to make any project the same dimension.

    Each applique quilt block features one or more of Edyta's beautifully crafted silhouettes for raw-edge machine applique. Includes step-by-step instructions for Edyta's raw-edge applique, quilting suggestions, favorite quilt binding techniques, full-size applique templates, and full-size placement diagrams for each of the 12 blocks. Five quilt settings provide the foundation for creating a one-, two- or four-block project, as well as a 12-block, 12-month, full-size calendar quilt.

    Peggy Rhodes and Julia C. Wood brings new life to the hot trend of quilting with hexagons-they make hand piecing these little gems fast and fun. Use any size circle to yield the hexies you desire. Then use the authors' Reference Guide to determine yardage, another chart to figure how many you'll need, and two sizes of graph paper to draft your own unique hexie design. Make any of the 12 projects or create your own unique hexie quilt. The most common format for hexagon use is Grandmother's Flower Garden, and the authors explain a bit of history for color use and alternate names and arrangements. This book is a true hexie-lovers' delight.

    Create doll quilts, wall quilts, table runners, candle mats, lap quilts, and so much more. Enjoy designs from such trusted names as Country Threads, Kathleen Tracy, Kim Diehl, Little Quilts, Lori Smith, and Mary Hickey Styles range from two-color quilts to totally scrappy designs--use convenient precuts and fat quarters or fabrics pulled from your stash Try a variety of techniques with a minimal investment of time and money

    Quilters, Their Quilts, Their Studios, Their Stories connects you with thirty of the top quilters in the industry, so you can learn the craft from the best. This book includes beautiful photography of thirty quilting studios and spotlights the most important aspects of the world of quilting, including cutting tables, fabric and supply storage, quilt display treatments, and more. You’ll also discover each quilter’s personal story of their journey with quilting, along with their favorite personally-designed quilt patterns or their favorite pattern.

    Smart indeed!Create mesmerizing designs with speed and accuracy using the Creative Grids 90� Double-Strip Ruler (or another right-angle triangle ruler)Make intricate-looking projects easily using fat quarters, precut strips, or yardageFind visually appealing quilts for all skill levels, from beginner to experienced

    Be inspired by 12 fabulous scrappy designs--an excellent value Use convenient precut strips or cut your own; all projects are made using 2 1/2" strips Explore a variety of color palettes in a sparkling collection that highlights Kim's versatility as a designer

    These charming table decorations are so quick and easy to make, you ll want to show off a different one for every month of the year. Calendar Runners make great gifts too, for housewarmings, holidays, and other occasions. Pattern pack includes full-size patterns and instruction booklet. Fast fusible applique means you can dress up your table in no time. Complement your table decor with Kim Schaefer s coordinating Calendar Quilt wall quilts.

    You'll love exploring the nuances of neutrals with each timeless design. Discover 12 fascinating quilt patterns for all skill levels; some designs include lovely applique Find helpful ideas and guidance for making neutrals the focal point rather than the background Treat yourself to striking quilt patterns that work effectively with other color palettes as well

    Quilting expert Sally Schneider presents 10 scrappy quilts, each in multiple sizes--and she does the math! Create dazzling scrappy quilts from lap to king size; cutting charts for different sizes make it easy Find all the specs at your fingertips--including yardage, cutting, and number of blocks for each size--so you can get right to the sewing Learn Sally's favorite techniques: strip piecing, half- and quarter-square triangles, folded corners, Magic Triangles, and freezer-paper foundation piecing, plus fabric formulas for making scrap quilts

    In this book, Ms. Saito finds beauty in the most common trees and plants, interpreting them in quilt projects in a uniquely charming way. She offers 33 different projects, including two quilts featuring plants seen through the four seasons, plus pouches and many kinds of bags. Pattern sheets included.This book is published by Stitch Publications, is distributed by Martingale, and is nonreturnable.

    In fact, she is a master at many different handwork crafts. In this book, Ms. Saito has created embroidery patterns for 120 original designs. She often combines embroideries with both applique and quilting to create what she calls patchwork embroidery. In addition to 120 embroidery designs, she includes 20 patchwork-embroidery projects that include bags, wall hangings, keepsake boxes, and more.

    Choose from eight scrappy quilt patterns featuring beautiful curved-applique designs Learn two versatile machine-applique methods: fusible applique and starch applique Use convenient fat quarters, fat eighths, and precut strips--or cut from your stash

     Stitch even the smallest pieces of your blocks with ease and accuracy when you use Margaret's fast and fun foundation-piecing technique Combine any number of 4" x 4" blocks to make small or large quilts Complete block instructions, patterns for four quilts, and a special ark block are included

    Ten quilt projects include yardage and cutting requirements for multiple-sizes. Enjoy stress-free piecing, easy construction, and learn how to alter patterns for completely different looks by resizing the blocks, trying a different setting, or changing the color palette. With fun, no-fuss patterns like these, you're free to explore all kinds of exciting possibilities with different colors, fabrics, and layouts!

    This title shows you how to master every step, from finding sources of inspiration to creating a design and constructing the final quilt.

    The biennial Quilt National, first shown in 1979, has built a reputation as one of the most competitive and compelling art quilt exhibitions in the world, receiving thousands of entries and attracting more than 7,500 visitors from around the globe. The selected quilts from the 2013 competition were on display from May 24 to September 2 at the Dairy Barn Cultural Arts Center in Athens, Ohio.

    This practical guide explains all the stitches you need to make any type of quilt, from plain wadded quilting to trapunto and crazy patchwork, allowing you to explore unfamiliar techniques with confidence and interpret designs creatively.More than 200 stitches and designs are featured for both hand and machine sewing, from a basic running stitch to decorative feather and zigzag stitches, as well as more complicated techniques such as couching and applique.