The Quilter's Bible: The Indespensable Guide to Patchwork, Quilting, and Applique


Linda Clements - 2011
     Packed full of expert advice on all aspects of quilting, patchwork and applique it holds the answer to all your quilting questions. This is the most comprehensive book on the market for patchwork, quilting and applique techniques and is ideal for both the beginner looking for trustworthy advice in a single volume and the committed quilter searching for authoritative reference for seldom-used techniques. It presents essential advice and instructions alongside a wide range of inspirational samples of work collected from international top-name quilters. It also features over 15 quilt projects including cot quilts, bed quilts, lap quilts, bags, cushions, wall hangings, table mats and runners, and other beautiful projects for the home. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams and stunning photography combine to create this must-have resource for quilters of all abilities. Techniques covered include quilting basics such as making a quilt sandwich, hand and machine quilting, basting and binding a quilt. Other techniques include big stitch, sashiko, free motion, corded and stuffed (trapunto) quilting. There are instructions for over 100 different patchwork blocks, with detailed instructions for different kinds of piecing such as English paper piecing, foundation piecing and strip piecing. Techniques for applique are also included which cover different types of applique such as needle-turn; reverse, inlaid and shadow applique as well as using freezer paper and fusible web.

Crochet Pattern for tablets, ereaders and cell phones


Alicia Miranda - 2012
    Perfect for Beginners level and get awesome ideas and techniques for you experts. Have lots of images to help you easily follow through the pattern.

One-Day Crochet: Projects: Easy Crochet Projects You Can Complete in One Day


Barb Asselin - 2014
    Finally, you will find 10 beautiful crochet project patterns that can be completed in just one day. Note that these patterns will help you complete one project in just one day. If you want to create multiple copies of a certain project, you can expect that you will need more than one day to complete them.You can complete the following projects:- Heart hat- Throw pillow- Flower hair band- Scarf- Dishcloth- Pot holders- Rag bowl- Trivets- Minion hat- Evil minion hatFREE WITH KINDLE UNLIMITED! Are you ready to be creative? Scroll up to download your copy today and let’s get started…

Rulerwork Quilting Idea Book: 59 Outline Designs to Fill with Free-Motion Quilting, Tips for Longarm and Domestic Machines


Amanda Murphy - 2018
    Finish up by following Amanda's suggestions for filling in background space with free-motion quilting.

Adventures with Leaders & Enders: Make More Quilts in Less Time!


Bonnie K. Hunter - 2010
    Hunter will show you how to put the concept of Leaders & Enders to work quickly and easily, expanding your creativity, and upping your productivity all at the same time. This book contains many ideas for getting your ever burgeoning scrap stash under control.

Loom Knitting Stitches: My Top Ten Volume 1


Denise M. Canela - 2015
    I do want to warn you that these patterns are not written in a conventional manner. I wanted to make them simple enough for beginners to be able to read and to follow. To make things even easier every pattern includes a step by step video tutorial.

Crochet Stitch Gallery: 20 Fun Stitch Combinations to Inspire Your Next Project (Cute Kids Crochet)


Tara Cousins - 2013
    You should already be familiar with the basic stitches: slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, and double treble crochet. For additional help, the ebook also contains a link to my website with free how-to-crochet videos.In this ebook, you will learn the following stitches:1. Wheels2. Arched Windows3. Bow Ties4. Textured Clusters5. Slanted Shell Stitch6. Floating Rectangles Insertion7. Long Double Crochet8. Basketweave Stitch9. Wavy Stitch in 2 Colors10. Loop de Loops11. Fan & V Stitch12. Checkerboard13. Staggered Crosses14. Granny Inspired Rows15. Spiked Drop Down Stitch16. Fur Stitch17. Seed Stitch in 3 Colors18. Polka Dots19. Crumpled Stitch20. Chevron Variation

Make It Fizz: A Guide to Making Bathtub Treats


Holly Port - 2014
    Chock full of easy to understand instructions and full color pictures for the 24 recipes included, you are sure to succeed with this book, regardless of your skill level. With a few simple ingredients, and a little bit of time, you’ll be making bath bombs in an afternoon. You’re in good hands with this quick and easy guide to showing you not only the basics, but also more fun and challenging recipes like the Fizzy Pops, designed to look like tasty cake pop treats. Taking it a step further she has also included cupcake bath bombs with a sugar scrub topping. Who wouldn't love to make these? This book can be a project for yourself, a gift for a friend, or an enhancement to your knowledge in the world of bath and body crafts. Whatever the purpose, the reader will enjoy!

Free-Motion Meandering: A Beginners Guide to Machine Quilting


Angela Walters - 2017
    Practice 8 meandering stitches for beginners, plus creative variations on each, with step-by-step visuals and quilted samples. Start your free-motion journey on the right foot with proven techniques to help you disguise mistakes and transition between designs with ease.

Organizing Solutions for Every Quilter: An Illustrated Guide to the Space of Your Dreams


Carolyn Woods - 2011
    From small closets to large studios, you'll see real examples of what makes an efficient, functional, and inviting quilting space. You'll identify what's causing the clutter, learn how to turn it into a more creative zone, and find more time to do what you love-quilt!"

30 Crochet Patterns In 30 Days With The Ultimate Crochet For Beginners Guide


Anna Cross - 2015
    For one, it's the perfect place for beginner Do-it-yourself enthusiasts to nurture their creative genius. It's also an art for more experienced crocheters to allow their skills to flourish by mastering some new stitches. This past time gives us creative freedom in decorating our homes, expressing our selves, and adorning loved ones with beautiful accessories. Also, if you're pressed for time and intend on something fast, these patterns will become your best friends.With “Crochet Books: 30 Crochet Patterns In 30 Days With The Ultimate Crochet For Beginners Guide”, you'll be able to whip up fun new gifts, surprises, accessories, and everything in between in practically no time at all. Whether you're looking for something classic, yet simple, or for stand out pieces, I've got a little something for you! This book is filled with some of the most captivating patterns around! Take your pick from any one of these when you're looking for your next project.With “Crochet Books: 30 Crochet Patterns In 30 Days With The Ultimate Crochet For Beginners Guide”, you'll be able to whip up fun new gifts, surprises, accessories, and everything in between in practically no time at all. Whether you're looking for something classic, yet simple, or for stand out pieces, I've got a little something for you! This book is filled with some of the most captivating patterns around! Take your pick from any one of these when you're looking for your next project. This Exciting Crochet Book Includes... Booties for Babies Streak Shawl Fireplace Blanket Phone Case Holiday Card Cover Patchwork Bag And Much, Much More! This step by step guide will satisfy all your crochet cravings!

Sayjai's Amazing Crochet Pattern Collection


Sayjai Thawornsupacharoen - 2013
    This e-book contains 16 patterns written from 2009 to 2013. Included are a piggy hat, a Cheshire cat headband for the kids, flower balls to decorate the house, winter hats, scarfs and many other beautiful patterns. Sayjai is best known for her Amigurumi: the pink lady doll, monster rabbit, plus a little witch, nurse and mermaid. The patterns in this book are mostly easy, but you have to know the basic crochet stitches to read them.

The New Hexagon: 52 Blocks to English Paper Piece


Katja Marek - 2014
    Learn the glue-basting method of English paper piecing and use it to create exciting designs. You'll enjoy relaxing handwork as you incorporate hexagons into decorative projects. Select from 52 patterns for 6" blocks Divide the shapes within the hexagon outline and discover new shapes Stitch projects ranging from a mug rug and candle mat to a bed-sized quilt

Big Block Quilts


Jeanne Throgmorton - 2012
    The 4 quilts in this pattern use 1 big block to make quilts that are about 45 inches square finished. The units for these quilts include four patches, nine patches, half square triangles and tri square triangles.

Zentangle Inspired Art: A Beginners Guide to Zentangle Art and Zentangle Inspired Art and Craft Projects


Mahe Zehra Husain - 2014
    This art form has been developed by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. What I love most about this art form is that all the patterns are based on simple lines, circles and shapes. Anyone can do it. The beauty of Zentangle lies in the way these patterns evolve from their simple building blocks. Different patterns are put together to create small ‘tiles’ or square drawings. Zentangle art has been used by artists from all over the globe and from all art fields. They have incorporated Zentangle art into everything from mixed media, paper crafting, scrap booking to home décor projects. A simple search on Google images will reveal the vast world of Zentangle art! Zentangle art has also been used by kids all over the world to have fun and make paper toys. With this book Zentangle art can now be used by you to rest, relax, create and make art! This book is perfect for the beginner as well as the experienced tangler. We will go through the list of tools needed, basic tangles created by Rick and Maria, Zentangle Inspired Projects, creating new tangles and lots of worksheets for you to play with and have fun. So left brained or right brained, artist or scientist, child or adult join us in this wonderful journey as we discover and create awesome doodles and tangles. This book will take you from the tools needed to start your Zentangle art experience to creating some beautiful Zentangle Inspired Art pieces that will range from mixed media to home décor crafts. Let’s take a brief look at all we will cover in this book. We will discuss paper, pencils, tiles and log books to store patterns. Once we have all the basics in place we will move on to basic tangle patterns. These tangle patterns have either all been developed by the founders of Zentangle, Rick and Maria or are part of the list of official tangles. They are a great place to start your tangling adventure. Tangles can also be enhanced in several different ways. We will talk about four of these methods and share some examples. Next up we will add some color to the black and white world of Zentangle Art and stir things up a bit. We will go through several different ways in which color can be incorporated in your tangled art. Then we come to the art creation section of the book! In Chapter 5 I will share lots of worksheets for exercises and projects you can do yourself whenever you want. The worksheets come as an easy download and you can print as many as you want to use for yourself or share with family and friends when you introduce them to tangling. These worksheets come as a separate pdf which is available for FREE download for all readers. In Chapter 6 I will outline and give instructions for several applications of Zentangle art in the popular art and craft forms today. We will talk about mixed media art dolls, home décor items, book making, art journaling, card making, paper quilts, Artist Trading Cards and paper crafting. To finish up I will share with you a few of the tangles I have come up with and will show you how to create your own!