Ah, my little chickadee...and my little wrens, woodpeckers, swallows, swans, puffins, gulls, and all my other fine Feathered Friends. Here you all are, all ready to fly onto my quilts and other home-decor projects with eighteen easy paper-pieced blocks. Each 12 x 13-inch block features a bird in a realistic pose and setting, and all the seams are straight, no curves. The blocks can be used to make quilts, wall hangings, table runners, pillows, placemats, and more. Make fine feathered friends for all of your fine friends, with Feathered Friends.

This title shows readers how to create 'strata' or panels of various-width fabric strips sewn together, and then use them to piece beautiful blocks. Even novice quilters will have no trouble cutting and sewing blocks into designs with this step-by-step guide.

Always wanted to design a quilt of your very own...but didn't know where to start? Let this book show you how Ten innovative approaches to designing art quilts make it easy for any quilter, beginning to advanced, to free the artist within. These "game plans" help quilters create a design, then turn that design into a pattern, then complete the quilt. World-renowned artist and teacher Katie Pasquini Masopust offers inspiration and practical guidance in Design Explorations for the Creative Quilter.

Easier to make than a conventional quilt or a painted floorcloth, a Floorquilt is the perfect way to turn the fabric you love into a masterpiece you can use. Plus, there's no sewing! Decoupage techniques and supplies are all you need to transform a piece of canvas into a beautiful, durable floorcloth. Ellen guides you every step of the way, from choosing raw fabric to applying a protective finish to the completed Floorquilt. Lots of how-to photographs and inspiring examples.

Readers of this book will learn how to create intricate-looking quilts using only simple precut fabrics and eleven easy weaving techniques. Featuring step-by-step instructions and illustrative photographs, this book will help quilters of all levels to master these weaving techniques.

With step-by-step instructions, this book teaches how to create dazzling and dramatic quilts based on traditional sunshine and shadow designs using quick and simple strip-piecing, 9-patch, and square block techniques.

Applique suddenly became colourful, easy and fun with Madeleine Millington's unique designs, brimming with character. Discover the tactile qualities of wool blanket fabric, using applique and simple hand stitching to produce imaginative and original designs. This title offers lovely Christmas projects, with angels, stars and hearts aplenty! Create a festive mood with an Angel Frieze or a Christmas Stocking. Make your own decorations, including a delightful Advent Calendar with heart pockets in which to hide small gifts.

Create eye-catching quilts with elegant curves with the help of this book, which instructs you in the angleplay method - the use of half-rectangle triangles to make exciting geometric designs.

'Super Simple Quilts' features three easy-to-quilt designs in three sizes - wall-hanging, twin or queen - with three vibrant colour schemes, three quick ways to secure the quilt layers together, and three simple techniques for binding and finishing.

This work is a fantastic collection of quilts and accessories designed especially for kids - and the young at heart. "Covered with Love" features a huge range of quilts and other projects, from pillows and floor coverings, to table tents and board books. The projects feature designs appropriate for boys and girls, as well as designs that can be helpful to children's education - numbers, words, animals, and more. Also featured in this volume is a new technique for 'casual applique' for those who want quick results, and fantastic quilts and accessories that can stand up to multiple washes.

Bestselling author and teacher M'Liss is back again with this essential tool for beginning quilters. The tool has everything you need to know to make a beautiful quilt-M'Liss takes you step by step from start to finish. * Learning to quilt is easy with this handy reference guide full of M'Liss's tips and time-saving techniques * Lots of helpful how-to photos you'll use again and again * Portable, purse-sized book opens flat so it's easy to refer to while you work * Make 9 easy blocks, each one a traditional favorite, then turn the blocks into a charming sampler quilt. (Bonus! Make a matching pillow or a quick 4-block quilt) * Detailed shopping list includes all the materials you need to complete the quilt, including basic quilting supplies and the specific fabrics

Beginners, make a stunning quilt "in one day"! One day! ONE!

* Second book in the popular Pizzazz series

* Perfect for beginners, classes, groups

Rectangles. So simple. So straightforward. By far the easiest shape to cut and piece--but up till now, the resulting quilts seemed a bit...limited. No more! Now beginners and more advanced crafters can make fabulous quilts by combining special fabrics with oh-so-simple rectangles--and they can have those quilts finished in just one day. Five great projects with simple construction and stunning results are perfect for classes and groups, too!

Margaret J. Miller shakes up that been-there, done-that feeling with the half-rectangle triangle. Clear step-by-step directions, with how-to photographs and lots of triangle-placing tips, make AnglePlay into child's play. Quilters will be amazed to see curved designs start to emerge from straight-line piecing--a remarkable trompe I'oeil effect that's spotlighted in a gallery that will inspire and delight.

Did you know that your tops can tell you exactly how to quilt them? It's true! Expert machine quilter Christine Maraccini guides you through every step, taking cues from the intended use of the quilt and the shapes and patterns created by your piecing and applique. Discover no-mark-motifs that fit each space and learn the techniques to apply them to your own unique quilt. It includes complete, step-by-step instructions for 6 quilts, including 3 different quilting options for each and 9 trapunto templates!

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: The printing quality in this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated (non-glossy) 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. Color Inspiration to Make Every Quilt a Knockout * Develop a keen color sense with Joen's easy visual coloring technique * Learn to use this foolproof technique to select your quilt's colors and fabrics Do you get stuck when choosing colors and fabrics for your quilts? Joen comes to your rescue with this amazingly simple, practically foolproof technique. Using visual coloring, you'll learn to select colors you love in nature and duplicate the effect in your work. You'll find tons of photographs, fabric-swatch examples, and gallery quilts using this color selection technique, plus 5 simple and beautiful quilt projects.

Zen and Now of Quilting Art is a fascinating adventure that takes the reader into the past of fiber art and its exciting history. From Ancient Egypt through the Victorian era and beyond the use of textiles is explored in the pages of this colorful and informative book. The technique of hand quilting as therapy is demonstrated in a unique manner that is interesting and enlightening. The Enhancement Method of hand quilting is demonstrated in easy to follow photographs and directions. Pattern for the Egyptian Medallion Quilt on the cover is included along with complete instructions for assembly. Fun to read, stimulating for the mind, let your creative juices flow as you create your own Art from the palette of fabric. Historian, Photographer, Artist or Quilter there is something of interest for all readers in this artful journey. Zen and Now of Quilting Art is a truly absorbing masterful creation visually stunning, a delightful read.

OUT OF PRINT Capture the Moment...in Your Own Words * It's easy to add words, phrases, and monograms to your quilt projects using applique and embroidery in 6 different lettering styles * Decorate your quilts with playful lettering and preserve your memories * 8 traditional projects, including quilts, pillows, runners, and throws-great for home decor accents and gifts * Learn how to modify your favorite lettering style for stitching Leave a lasting impression! Personalize all your quilts with words and phrases in machine blanket-stitch applique and embroidery! Includes fullsize patterns for letters and numbers used in the projects. Complete alphabets and numbers for 6 lettering styles. Add even more variety with shadowing or combining techniques. Also, a resource list for more fonts!

It's not nice to fool Mother Nature...but these easy, realistic flower designs will make her (and crafters everywhere) bloom with delight. Projects from top-selling author Carol Armstrong combine traditional piecing with amazing Applique, plus beading and fringe options to add dimension. Quilters can follow the clear directions, or create their own floral treasures with Armstrong's beautiful flowers and great ideas.

This authoritative new volume will be an essential purchase for quilters everywhere. It introduces numerous new techniques that show readers how to add fabulous special effects and embellishments to their landscape quilts. "Beautifully Embellished Landscapes" presents 125 tips and techniques using a huge range of materials, from paint and inks, to stamps and markers. This volume also looks at using exciting fabrics such as tulle and organza to create realistic trees, mountains, waterfalls, water reflections, and much more. "Beautifully Embellished Landscapes" also shows how to enhance fabrics by re-colouring, and how to include prints and photos in your design.

Take your art quilts to the next level with Jane and Elin guiding the way. Do the lessons and homework, check out all the beautiful gallery quilts for inspiration, and find lots of resources for further study.

*Important Note about PRINT ON DEMAND Editions: The printing quality in this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated (non-glossy) 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. A Puzzle Quilt is a Sampler with a Secret! * Finally...Paula Nadelstern's signature look in blocks any quilter can create * Choose special fabrics to create a variety of effects * The PUZZLE is in the PAIRS-identically pieced blocks look amazingly different! Everyone loves Paula's complex, optically challenging quilts. Now, Paula strips construction down to the bare bones, so you can focus on fabric selection, then use special techniques like symmetry, mirroring, and seam blending to create stunning, exciting designs. The six blocks are featured in a sampler, or combine them with your own ideas to create unlimited projects.

This is the must-have book to take your quilting to the expert level. It contains 7 new projects, and tips to improve your skills at every step of the quilting process. You can learn to create the perfect 1/4" seam, sew straight, and chain piece for efficiency. It includes hundreds of illustrations and photos for clear direction. You can use colour like Sally for exquisite results. This book shows you how to bring accuracy to every step: pinning, cutting, sewing, and pressing. Seven pieced projects range from a miniature quilt to a large wall hanging. The projects use intermediate to advanced skills; two include applique.

The Piece O' Cake ladies are back! This time they've added their special zing to thirteen Amish-inspired projects. Beginners and advanced quilters alike will be enchanted by the five large quilts and eight small projects, "fragments" that capture the spirit of the larger quilts in a fraction of the time.