Christine's quilter-friendly approach will open your customers' eyes to new and exciting ways to apply simple color concepts to their work. See successful color combinations in action with an inspiring gallery of eye-catching quilts. Chock full of hands-on exercises, this book teaches how to use value, temperature, and intensity to make quilts luminous and full of movement.

A great book for cooks and quilters, quilters and cooks, or want- - to- - -be both Delicious aromas will fill the kitchen, mixed from 140 plus, time tested family recipes. Blended with these, are the quilted treasures throughout your home, pieced from the 18 favorite "quilt recipes" also included in Quilts in the Kitchen.

Important Note about PRINT ON DEMAND Editions: You are purchasing a print on demand edition of this book. This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. If the pullout patterns are missing, please contact c&t publishing.

Master the art of making stylish and dramatic circle and medallion quilts. Learn how to create stunning circle quilts with this easy-to-master paper-piecing technique from master quilter Colleen Granger. Featuring 8 original projects, and packed with expert advice on everything from fabric choice to finishing techniques, "Circle Quilts" is the perfect volume for quilters wanting to add that little bit of oomph to their creations.

Important Note about PRINT ON DEMAND Editions: You are purchasing a print on demand edition of this book. This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. If the pullout patterns are missing, please contact c&t publishing.

Free-spirited Quilting Techniques Gives You The Freedom To Create the Perfect Design. Create decorative quilting designs on any sewing machine that fit your quilt the best. Use the troubleshooting guides to solve common free-motion quilting problems. Create stunning designs using your own doodles as patterns. Add movement, personality, and texture to your quilts. Discover the beauty and ease of working with decorative and metallic threads Are you looking for a faster way to create custom quilting designs? Then you'll love free-motion quilting! Not only is it relaxing and calming, but the free-style approach is so much fun you'll want to make a quilt for everyone you know!

This book includes complete instructions for 9 wall hangings, which can then be transformed into 27 bed-sized quilts. Barbara shares many valuable life lessons and shows you how to achieve the fine workmanship found in the quilts made in her Mennonite community.

This title helps you add a touch of sophistication to any ordinary quilt with these stunning designs from award-winning quilter Don Linn. You can learn how to take an ordinary quilt and turn it into a spectacular heirloom with more than 60 graceful and versatile designs - including art deco motifs, flowers, and Japanese crests - for hand or machine quilting, applique, and embroidery. "Sophisticated Stitches" features full instructions for each design, a comprehensive supply list, and expert hints and tips for showcasing your work in individual blocks, medallions, and open spaces, as well as advice on creating your very own designs.

You'll love the dramatic results you get with this modern approach to quiltmaking. Popular author/designer team of Weeks Ringle and Bill Kerr present their design and construction methods with 10 projects, then show you how to transform their ideas into quilts that truly express who you are.

Learn the secrets to creating spectacular quilts. In this long-awaited, extraordinary book, Joen Wolfrom introduces you to nature' s design secrets, using her own observations and experiences to take you on a fulfilling creative journey. Tucked inside are exquisite quilt photos, enchanting hand drawings, easy-to-understand instructional illustrations, and crystal clear descriptions. You will find yourself eagerly exploring, experimenting, and solving the mysteries of design in a simple, positive way that allows you to creat e quilts and wall art with confidence and excitement . A wealth of ideas, design basics, and other essential information will make each work of art you create dance with visual beauty and interest.

Based on the 8-pointed LeMoyne star, these quilt projects use the tried-and-true strip-piecing method that Blanche originally developed in 1979. Blanche and her daughter Helen have been exploring this historical star ever since, playing with different configurations and sizes, to captivate generations of quilters to come. The ten quilt projects include Lone Star, Touching Stars, Rolling Star, Broken Star, Star of Bethlehem, Double Star, and Blazing Star. A gallery of 25 additional quilts is included, together with lots of author tips for accurate results.

1.6 Million African American Quilters is a handy, eye-opening booklet about today's Black quilt makers: Latest quilt industry figures, including number of Black quilters nationally; most comprehensive resource of websites, blogs, and YouTube videos featuring African American quilters and guilds. Also included in the more than 270 references are selected textile artists, doll makers, fabric designers, and quilters from the African diaspora; six afro-centrically designed art quilt blocks by Washington, D.C. artist Francine Haskins; and bibliographic references, many annotated, for selected books, articles, exhibit catalogs, dissertations, papers, and films about Black quilters.

Discover the secrets to creating stunning Italian mosaic inspired quilts with these 10 original projects. Re-create the grandeur of Italian mosaic floors with these 10 fantastic pieced designs. "Viva Venezia!" features expert hints and tips on everything you need to know to create stunning mosaic inspired quilts - from choosing the right fabrics and colours to speedy new strip piecing techniques. With 10 original projects, including a spectacular Venetian Sampler medallion quilt, you're sure to find something you love.

Sarah's folding technique puts a new spin on an old favorite! Add extra dimension and texture to your log cabin quilts and decor projects. * 5 projects mix and match 3 log cabin styles to create traditional or contemporary looks * Create dramatic wall quilts, pillow tops, and table runners * Precision piecing method helps you make accurate, crisp strips * Inspirational quilt gallery

Offers quilters a comprehensive introduction to drafting, from drafting grid-based blocks & circular patterns to recognising underlying architecture so any block can be recreated anytime. This volume includes three full projects to use as practise.

Learn how to create intricate snowflake style designs to feature in your quilts - in medallions, locks, or borders - using simple but effective paper-cut applique techniques. Cut out a paper snowflake, make a pattern, then transfer to fabric, it's that simple!"Sewflakes" features 5 original projects in a variety of themes - including sewing, nautical, and card games - that can be created using hand or machine, needle-turn, or fusible applique techniques. Also included are full-size patterns, and lots of ideas for embellishing your sewflake.

Learn how to make stunning machine appliqued quilts that look hand-sewn. Discover the secrets to creating fabulous quilts that look handsewn - on your sewing machine. "More! Hand Applique by Machine" features 9 traditional-style wall-hanging projects that use a range of innovative new techniques to get that much sought-after hand-finished look.

In this instructive book, fresh designs for quilts, pillows, placemats, and other items update a traditional strippiecing technique and bring flexibility to a popular quilting style. Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages.

Step-by-step details outline the entire process for enhancing creativity in quilt-making -- how to plan, draft, choose color and fabric, cut, pin, sew, assemble, quilt, and bind. Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages.Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages.

Discover Endless Design Possibilities in Everything from Parks to Parking Lots - Create city-inspired quilts by piecing together simple geometric shapes- Beginner-friendly project designs are inspired by modern urban architecture and landscapes - Learn how to achieve dramatic looks with more effective use of color, value, and placement- Work with traditional blocks like Flying Geese and Log Cabin in a new way Turn your love of urban cityscapes into beautiful quilts. In this book, you'll discover the secrets of minimalist design-how to find beauty in the basic elements of your environment. These projects deliver exciting, vivid results with solid color fabrics.City Quilts was named one of the Best Books of 2010 in the Fiber Crafts Category by Library Journal, and is a finalist in the 2010 Foreword Book of the Year Awards.

Bring out your handmade holiday spirit! Use your favorite applique methods to create quilts, table decor, gifts and more. This book has something for everyone-projects range from classic to contemporary. Make it a Christmas that everyone wants to come home for!

The rich heritage of handsome geometric patterns fashioned by Seminole Indian women into quilts and garments is preserved in this valuable book. Detailed instructions are given for replicating dozens of original Seminole designs in authentic colors. Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages.

Working with the exercises and graceful curves in this instructive guide will help readers transform a sketch into a pattern for curved seamed piecing. Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. Note: The printing quality in this copy may vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages.

Important Note about PRINT ON DEMAND Editions: You are purchasing a print on demand edition of this book. This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. If the pullout patterns are missing, please contact c&t publishing.