Detailed piecing and free-motion quilting instructions Popular pattern designer Jenifer Dick and expert quilter Angela Walters have teamed up to provide 20 modern, diverse projects reinterpreting the Nine-Patch block.
Craft a collection of eclectic designs from top cross-stitch artists around the world-including wildlife, space elements, retro-themed motifs, and more!
Transform Your Digital Photos into Luminous Fabric Art Alter photos and use them to create beautiful, original works of fabric art - 11 exercises show you how Learn to alter images with Photoshop Elements Use photos that really enhance your work (Hint: it's not always the best-looking shots!
A Bold New Spin on One-Block Quilts: New Projects, More Fabrics, New Effects * 6 quilt projects, plus over a dozen gallery quilts and techniques for creating endless one-block variations * Create dramatic new design effects quilters have been asking for: hollow cubes, cubes sliced open, and blocks tumbling into the borders * New!
A Smooth Path for Your Quilting 80 original continuous-line designs for hand or machine quilting Spend less time starting, stopping, and securing stitches Visual design index makes it easy to find the best patterns for your quilt Includes tips on machine quilting, marking, and background stitching Best-selling author Hari Walner is back with brand new quilting patterns and also variations on old favorites.
Whip up quick patchwork projects with precut fabrics 6 beginner-friendly quilt projects, including a tote bag Make traditional quilts more easily with jelly rolls, charm squares, strip sets, and fat quarters Projects are perfect for stitching up in one weekend or making as charity quilts Get expert tips for working with precut fabrics from the "e;Queen of Fat Quarters"e; herself!
Sweet dreams, little one These whimsical quilts are ideal for baby showers, christenings, and first birthdays Projects are quick, easy, and fun to make, even for new quilters Includes full-size applique templates, from a complete alphabet to dreamy stars and gentle giraffesPopular designer Patrick Lose brings you a charming new collection of baby quilts in his signature style.
Master the art of Kogin-zashi stitching Kogin-zashi is an iconic form of sashiko that stands on its own apart from Hitomezashi and Moyouzashi as both functional and breathtakingly beautiful.
A fresh look at vintage style Bring boutique style to your home and wardrobe Learn how to mix and match today's bright, irresistible fabric prints and use them with many different sewing techniques Loads of practical advice and mini tutorials-so you will love what you make!
Add New Dimension to Your Favorite Hexagon Quilts * Your favorite One-Block Wonders authors are back with new graphic techniques using triangles, cubes, and applique * Learn how to create optical illusions with your fabrics * Bonus projects include totes, coasters and placemats for using up left-over hexagons * Create interesting shadow effects with clever fabric placement * Try new kinds of borders with uneven edges, creative shapes, and hexagon strips From the best-selling authors of the One-Block Wonders books.
Versatile Applique Quilts Inspired by 19th Century Tile Quilts A contemporary take on a charming quilting tradition Use your favorite applique technique-needle turn, machine applique, or fused 6 projects teach you about designing and constructing various styles of tile quilts, from traditional to contemporary.
Create your own beautiful fabric landscapes * Master 12 different fabric painting techniques with detailed, step-by-step photos * Build your own stunning stash of fabrics with painted landscapes, water scenes, and dreamy skies * Learn Mickey's "e;design strip"e; technique to make dynamic quilts using large, uncut sections of your fabrics * Suitable for all skill levels; 3 projects included With Mickey Lawler, the best-selling author of SKYDYES, even beginners who have never picked up a brush can learn to paint striking scenes on fabric.
Essential Quilting Tips in a Handy Take-Everywhere Size Two of America's best-known experts share their secrets for making your quilting look as beautiful as your quilt top Sections for both hand and machine quilting, with lots of helpful charts and photos Small enough to tuck in your purse and take anywhere Essential companion to the Piecing Tips & Tricks ToolYou've made a quilt top you're proud of, but you're not done yet!
Waste no fabric Put every inch of your favorite fat quarters to work with clever shortcuts and streamlined techniques Put a pair of light fabrics with a pair of dark fabrics and you're ready to go!
Tropical Splendor in Sashiko and Applique * Hand-stitch 6 vivid quilts inspired by tropical flora and fauna * Learn the secrets of successful Sashiko and applique * Options for both turn-under and fusible applique * Create designs from your own photos * Embellish your quilts with hand embroidery These glowing quilts bring together two of quilting's best-loved traditions: Japanese Sashiko and colorful applique.
Capture your treasured moments with creative embroideryBrian Haggard is back-this time with a rich compendium bursting with hundreds of embroidery designs for quilting, wearables, gifts, and more.
Use the fabrics you love - finish every quilt you start New ideas for creating color-splashed quilts with modern panache Designs look more complex than they really are easy piecing and colorful fabric do all the work Rich jewel tones juxtaposed with cool neutrals will make these projects pop!
