Quilt Essentials 5 In A Weekend Quilts

Download or read book Quilt Essentials - 5 In-a-Weekend Quilts written by Karen Snyder and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-02-14 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use big prints to make quick quilts! • 5 quilt patterns that can be pieced in a weekend • Tips for working with a variety of large-print fabrics • Quilts range in size from twin-size up to queen

Download or read book A Quilting Life written by Sherri McConnell and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2013-02-12 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “With its diverse selection of fabrics and designs, A Quilting Life is a fine pick for any quilter looking to produce family-oriented keepsake results.” —The Needlecraft Shelf Bring the handmade tradition home with these charming quilts and home accessories. Inspired by a grandmother who loved to sew for her family, quilter and blogger Sherri McConnell gives traditional patterns like hexagons, stars, snowballs, and Dresden Plates a new look featuring fabrics by some of today’s most popular designers. Nineteen cozy projects include pillows, tote bags, table runners, and larger quilts—quick and easy designs that make great gifts. “Sherri’s book is a treasure! It’s full of fun and straight-forward patterns for quilts, table toppers, pillows, bags and more—all the goodies to make a cozy home.” —Thimbleanna “Would you like the opportunity to make tomorrow’s heirlooms in today’s vast selection of prints? . . . If so, this could be the reference book that will get you started. There are 19 projects, mainly focusing on handmade household items but including some larger quilts too.” —Fabrications Quilting for You “Beautiful inspiration if you are a seasoned quilter, but also a great resource with clear and in some cases, simple patterns for newbies as well.” —Diary of a Quilter “Color photos of finished needlework projects accompany step-by-step diagrams and assembly patterns, while at-a-glance sidebars covering materials and cutting allow needleworkers to gauge the complexity of each project.” —The Needlecraft Shelf

Download or read book Take 5 written by Kathy Brown and published by Martingale. This book was released on 2010-05-04 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quilters everywhere love Take 5 patterns from The Teacher's Pet, and this book is packed with them! Simply take five minutes to choose five fabrics (one focus fabric plus four coordinating fabrics), stack them, cut them simultaneously, and you're ready to sew! It's the relax-and-have-fun way to create visually stunning quilts. Choose from 15 designs that look intricate but are very simple to construct--excellent for beginners Take the stress out of selecting fabrics with Kathy's straightforward approach Create a lap-sized quilt this weekend--experienced quilters can finish in a day

Download or read book The Thimbleberries Guide For Weekend Quilters written by Lynette Jensen and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2001-09-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Thimbleberries Guide For Weekend Quilters offers 25 All-New Thimbleberries Quilts Beautiful quilts for even the busiest quiltmakers Lynette Jensen works her design magic to bring you quilts of all sizes that are amazingly quick and easy to put together-- and look terrific when they're done. To help you make the most of your quilting time, Lynette includes these special features: Fast techniques that really work: Look for the special "Make It Tonight" and "Make It in a Weekend" icons to locate superquick and easy projects. More color choices: Don't stall out at the fabric store. More than 40 gorgeous photos show alternative color schemes and simplify your fabric selection. Easy-to-use illustrated format: Hundreds of color illustrations with step-by-step directions show you what to do at a glance.

Download or read book Quiltessential written by Erin Harris and published by Bloomsbury Visual Arts. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do you match different fabric types together? How much backing fabric does a quilt need? Which fabrics are likely to cause allergies, run in the wash, pucker, or skip stitches? How do pattern styles work? What shapes complement one another? What are warm and cool colours and how do you pick accent colours from prints? Much more than just a book of designs and projects to follow, Quiltessential is a quick-reference directory of fabric types, colour combinations, block settings, and piecing styles that shows you how to design your own quilting patterns from the limitless combinations on offer.The book is divided into sections on fabric, colour, design, and assembly. Each section offers clear advice accompanied by illustrations, photos, charts, and tables, arming you with everything you need to know to design your own quilts. Profiles of contemporary fabric designers, quilters, and sewing virtuosos provide insights, advice and stunning inspiration to demonstrate how this traditional craft is being reinvented by a new wave of artisans. Tapping into the aesthetic of designers such as Amy Butler, Marimekko and Cath Kidston, Quiltessential acknowledges the highly design-savvy audience that is taking over the quilting world and provides an indispensable worktop reference for modern quilters, sewers, and crafters.

Download or read book Quilts from Sweet Jane written by Sue Pfau and published by Martingale. This book was released on 2013-03-05 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fun to start and quick to finish, these enticing quilts simplify the fabric-selection process. Almost all projects use one set of precut fabrics plus a neutral background fabric, such as white or cream, with terrific results. Get a value-packed collection of 10 easy quilt patterns that appeal to a wide range of tastes Discover doable projects that even beginners can make successfully; lots of helpful tips are included Create great quilts for loved ones and for yourself

Download or read book Baby Quilts and Accessories written by Barri Sue Gaudet and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2013-04-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to make adorable baby quilts and quilted accessories! Make three charming quilts and three adorable accessories for babies. Learn tips and tricks on quilting techniques and embellishments.