Bring more beauty and balance to your quilt designs * Everything you need to know about the essentials of good design from an internationally reknowned expert * Learn about the key elements of design and how to apply strategies for success * Practice what you've learned with exercises at the end of each chapter * An inspiring gallery illustrates design concepts by many prominent quilters and artists - including Alex Anderson, Paula Nadelstern, and Ricky Tims - with over 150 images showcasing all styles of quilts and fabric art, from traditional to modern This is the design textbook for quilters.
Learn how to use your sewing machine to apply gorgeous applique stitches to your quilts with this guide featuring four projects and twenty-two designs.
Learn Precision Piecing from an Award-Winning Expert * The must-have book to take your quilting to the expert level * 7 new projects * Tips to improve your skills at every step of the quilting process * Learn to create the perfect 1/4"e; seam, sew straight, and chain piece for efficiency * Hundreds of illustrations and photos for clear direction * Use color like Sally for exquisite results Sally shows you how to bring accuracy to every step: pinning, cutting, sewing, and pressing.
Make Your Quilts Look Like Antiques with Authentic Period Quilting Designs * Over 300 historically accurate quilting designs, organized into four time periods to make it easy to find the right designs for your quilt * Essential reference guide for anyone interested in vintage and antique quilts * Designs for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced * Use for hand or machine quilting You've created a beautiful quilt top in the style of your favorite era.
Hazel Blomkamp combines a range of patchwork techniques including embroidery, beadwork, lace making and tatting to create inspiring, hand-stitched designs.
Turn to an ancient Japanese needlework technique to update your home in a striking and minimalist way-from the author of The Ultimate Sashiko Source Book.
Pick a Bouquet of Garden Quilts * Color expert Joen Wolfrom shows you great color choices for spectacular flower quilts * From traditional tulips to whimsical modern florals - let these blooming beauties grow in your own quilt garden!
"e;Wells has taken elements of the 1840s 'Crown of Thorns,' the 1860s 'Rocky Mountain,' and the 1930s 'New York Beauty' designs and given them a new spin.