An introduction to the sixteenth century embroidery technique in which beautiful patterns are created by stitching geometric designs onto evenweave fabric.
Following the success of Crewel Intentions and Crewel Twists, which introduced embroiderers to needle-lace and loom-weaving techniques in their designs, comes Crewel Creatures, the third title in this series by renowned embroiderer Hazel Blomkamp.
In this unique book, master embroiderers Hazel Blomkamp and Di van Niekerk have come together with fine artist Monique Day-Wilde to create a collection of luminous designs inspired by the beauty and mysticism of mandalas.
Internationally renowned ribbon artist, Di van Niekerk, has brought the textile and embroidery worlds together to create a unique book that combines the two mediums, with fabulous results.
Whether you learn on the exquisite rose sampler specially designed for the book, or make only one rose, this is a book that you will refer to often, especially when you wish to make something exceptional.
Take your quilting to a new level with inspiring projects by Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession Quilts in their essence are layers of color, pattern, and imagination all working together to form an effective design.
Fresh tradition: favorite quilt patterns renewed with lighthearted modern style This collection of 18 charming quilts and home accessories from Sherri McConnell brings together the best of the old and the new in quilting.
Learn professional techniques, shortcuts, and secrets for making couture bags Let's be honest: when you make a bag, you want it to be constructed well and finished beautifully - with that professional edge that sets apart homemade and handmade.
Get hooked on free-motion quiltingGive your quilts the fancy finish they deserve with more than 60 lively continuous-line quilting designs from quilting pro Sheila Sinclair Snyder.
Fun new ways to make any quilt a little bit crazy If you cross traditional crazy quilting, some favorite pieced quilt patterns, and today's machine-quilting methods, what do you get?
Light up traditional pieced quilts with the drama of diamondsFeaturing new techniques that bring the drama of diamonds to traditional designs, bestselling quilt designer and author Barbara Cline showcases 10 striking new quilts.
Turn photos into fabulous fabric art collages You'll be surprised how easy it is to transform a photo into gallery-worthy fabric art with Leni Wiener's simple methods.
22 contemporary embroidery projects from today's coolest crafters 22 small embroidered projects with simple step-by-step instructions - ideal for beginner and intermediate sewists Learn 25 basic embroidery stitches and how to transfer embroidery patterns to fabric Full-size embroidery designs with instructions for color and stitch placementToday's coolest crafters use beautiful COSMO embroidery thread to bring a fresh perspective to the centuries-old technique of embroidery in this charming collection.
A quilter's best friend: diamond fat-quarter quiltsHere's a beautiful new way to indulge a love affair with fat quarters: 11 diamond-themed traditional quilts from Monique Dillard of Open Gate Quilts.
Applique lovers, you can make this award-winning quilt Create your own version of Kathy Wylie's heavenly "e;Instruments of Praise,"e; which won the Bernina Machine Workmanship Award at the 2011 American Quilter's Society show and is now part of the National Quilt Museum's permanent collection.
Create a one-of-a-kind quilt with hand-dyed fabrics Learn how to dye fabrics expertly using simple recipes for stunning effects Features 9 modern quilted projects - in multiple colorways - showcasing the beauty of hand-dyed fabrics Learn how to create a truly individual quilt for which you're the fabric designer, quilt designer, and quiltmakerGo ahead - take a dip.
Pieced quilts with curvy pizzazzIf you liked the way Judy Sisneros' best-selling 9-Patch Pizzazz and Rectangle Pizzazz turned simple shapes into knockout quilts, you'll love the magic Judy works with pieced circles.
Deepen your quilt artistry by creating quilts in a seriesThis inspiring guide from art quilter Elizabeth Barton is for quilt artists who have mastered the basics and want to explore deeper levels of creativity and skill.
