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North and South, black and white - the story of the War Between the States is embedded in the soul of every American. In this volume on quilts and the Civil War, Barbara Brackman introduces nine women who lived during those turbulent times, matching each woman to a quilt that she might have made herself. There are nine projects, adapted from period quilts, with patterns and instructions, and activities related to each woman's story, from abolitionist speaker Lucy Stone to freed slave Susie Taylor King to Confederate spy Belle Edmondson.

Create multi-layer images of a single block!Explore dramatic new horizons for traditional quilt patterns. Look closely at a Shadow Quilt, and discover the multi-layer images of a simple block. You'll love exploring this easy sleight-of-hand technique! 9 inventive projects with complete instructions from design to binding. Start with an easy Shoo-Fly block and progress to quilts using more complex traditional blocks. Shadow Quilts begin with a basic block and repeat the image in small and large scale to create a layered shadow effect The secret is in your fabric choices! Guidelines and hints from Donna and Patricia show how to choose the most visually effective blocks, determine a color scheme, and select fabric combinations that result in perfect value contrast

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A collection of wild bird designs that can be used to applique onto quilts, clothing and home decoration items. The book contains complete directions for eight projects, 22 full-size patterns, and the detailed instructions make it suitable for both beginners and the more experienced appliquers.

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A reference and project book designed for both beginning and experienced quilters alike. It contains information on making traditional quilts, including selecting and caring for fabric, choosing equipment and supplies, calculating yardage, selecting the piecing technique for the best result, designing borders, and deciding on quilting designs. Piecing methods are demonstrated with step-by-step exercises, helpful hints, illustrations and photographs. Numerous variations of the techniques are presented, and project quilts accompany each basic technique chapter. The book also offers answers to questions such as "where do I go next?" and "what went wrong?".

This quilting guide demonstrates a "no rules" fabric collage technique and shows how to create free-style quilt designs. There are step-by-step instructions and three different patterns for fish designs, as well as advice on making flowers and butterflies. The author's collage technique involves cutting fabric shapes freehand or using a pattern, building up layers as you go. Once the design is in place, you're ready to machine quilt. There are hints on choosing fabric, drawing your own patterns, and finishing as a bound quilt or framing under glass.

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This sequel to the best-seller Trapunto by Machine offers crafters expanded project ideas, technique refinements, ways to add trapunto to miniature quilts, and other fresh concepts. 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.

A necessity for every quilter's library! Pepper answers the most commonly asked questions about quilt marking. Includes 11 new quilting designs and tips for improving your quilt marking skills. You'll learn: [ How to choose designs that complement and contrast with the quilt top [ All about marking tools [ How to make the quilt design match in the borders and corners, plus 10 ways to mark a border that do not involve matching! [ How to make your own quilting stencils [ How to preserve a quilt design found on a old quilt [ Quilting from the judge's point of view [ Photos of inspiring antique and newly-made quilts

Embellish your traditional quilt with origami techniques! 22 delightful projects for quilts, vests, and pillows, with step-by-step photographs of folding instructions. 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. The original version of this book came with a CD. You can access the full content of this CD online at C&T's website.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This is an encore collection of favourite table-top quilts from the editors of Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting magazine. It features 12 all-new patchwork and applique toppers in traditional and modern styles, for all skill levels. It features Fons and Porter's trademarked Sew Easy lessons, providing step-by-step photography and instructions. Whether you are looking for quick little quilting projects or home accessories that are graceful and charming, this book is just what you need. Tabletop Quilts, Book 2 is an encore collection of favourite tabletop quilts from the editors of Fons and Porter's Love of Quilting magazine. There are patchwork and applique toppers of all shapes and sizes, in traditional and modern styles, for all skill levels. Fons and Porter's trademarked Sew Easy lessons provide step-by-step photography and instructions to help with any special techniques involved.

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Impressionist Palette, the follow-up to Gai Perry's highly successful Impressionist Quilts, expands your horizons for interpreting nature's landscapes into pictoral quilts with an Impressionist flair. Gai's original technique, which plces squares on point, softens fabric edges and gently blends color - furthering the illusion of viewing a real painting. Learn how to select the right additions to your fabric palette and embellish your Impressionist Landscape quilt with patch applique and highlight painting. Find your personal palette using Gai's color enrichment concept. Instructions for six new projects are included, as well as beautiful photographs showcasing the work of Gai and some of her fellow "fabric gardeners." The versatile technique and design principles are simple enough for beginners to understand, while also presenting continuing challenges for experienced quiltmakers.

Tired of being afraid of working with striped fabrics? Let Mary Mashuta show you how wonderful stripes can be for adding pizzazz to your quilts. Often ignored by quilters, the use of stripes will add dramatic movement and visual excitement to any quilt. This lively book explores how to find, choose, purchase, design, and accurately piece together striped fabrics for fabulous results. The author guides you through the book, step-by-step, to help you become proficient at using striped fabrics in your own quilts. Stripes demand attention and represent the "stars" in the quilt. If you find that you never buy stripes, or buy thembut don't know how to use them - then you need this book. Join those that buy all they can get their hands on and enjoy using them in your quilts.

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.