Show your true colors as you stitch a bounty of red-white-and-blue projects featuring classic blocks. Straightforward piecing and simple designs highlight all-American color combinations in these patriotic projects with perennial appeal. Enjoy spirited projects that will brighten your home, including table toppers, quilts, wall hangings, a throw pillow, and more Perfect year 'round as gifts for military families, national holidays, and fans of Old Glory Be inspired to mix and match red, white, and blue fabrics for a scrappy lookVideo

Deal yourself a quilt challenge with these delightful blocks to create dynamic quilts. Featuring 50 4" x 4" cards, there are endless possibilities to create your unique quilt! Each card features a unique quilt block on the front and cutting information on the back. Combine different cards to create your own two-block or sampler quilt. Great activity for groups, quilting bees, and guilds - distribute a card to each person and have them make the block.

Perfect for beginners, this quilting book features simple illustrations and easy-to-follow steps that teach you how to make up to 30 beautiful quilts in a short amount of time! A comprehensive guide for both first-time quilters and those looking for a refresher course, Urban Quilting teaches you everything you need to know about this timeless craft. Each pattern contains instructions for three different quilt sizes, with designs that feature bold colors and geometric shapes that will stand out and look stunning in your home. Urban Quilting includes: * 10 quilt designs, each with patterns for 3 sizes, for making up to 30 quilts * Beginner-friendly content, including everything you need to know to get started * Detailed instructions with clear diagrams so you can learn quickly and easily * Insightful information on the history of quilting and how today's quilters are modernizing the craft

The craft of African quilting is a beautifully textured and vibrant art form that bears testimony to the rich and complex nature of the African continent. In this, their third book, doyennes of the discipline Pat Parker and Jenny Williamson delve deepter into what it is that sets this relatively new style quilting apart from the more well-established American and European styles that have dominated quilting circles for hundreds of years. The quilts in Quilt the Beloved Africa are a fantastic mix of colourful fabrics that are the key differentiators of the African style of quilting. Another key feature of the local style of quilting is the use of images drawn from its vibrant flora, fauna, and the faces of its people. With a wonderful gallery of quilts followed by thirteen projects, all with easy step-by-step instructions, templates and wonderful colour photographs of the quilts and the inspirations for the quilts, this book will take you on a quilting adventure through Africa like no other. We hope you enjoy your journey through their third African quilting odyssey - a beautiful palette of textures, colours and patterns that continue to make African quilting a joy to behold!

From wall hangings to full-size bed quilts, these 14 fun stash-busting projects take string quilts in a new direction. Mary M. Hogan uses strips and scraps of fabric to reimagine traditional and beloved quilt blocks as string blocks. Get ready for a stylish, fresh take on a time-honoured quilt making technique-string quilts! Strings are strips and scraps of fabric that are usually too small to be useful for most projects, but they're just right for the fun designs in this complete step-by-step guide. Classic to Contemporary String Quilts takes quilters through every step of the string quilting process with helpful tips and suggestions. The front of the book is packed with string quilt techniques followed by 14 quilt projects with clear instructions and diagrams. Author and quilting teacher Mary M. Hogan reimagines many traditional and beloved quilt blocks, like the Card Trick or Churn Dash, as string blocks. Using strings, each classic quilt is unique, and updated for the 21st century with bold colours and contemporary settings.

Say goodbye to the rainy day blues! With Rainy Day Teatime, you'll discover 12 quick and fun quilting projects, featuring two of author and designer Edyta Sitar's most popular stencils, Dancing Umbrella and Simple Shapes. From aprons, book covers, and market tote bags to kitchen curtains, place mats, and napkins, each project can easily be accomplished in an afternoon with just a few basic sewing supplies. You'll also learn Edyta's techniques for raw-edge applique and binding. With step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations and photography, grab your favorite cup of tea and look forward to all the rainy days that lie ahead!

Inspired by traditional quilting techniques, including patchwork, English paper piecing and applique, master quilter Sanae Kono has created a charming collection of bags, quilts and accessories to make for you and your home, and to give as charming gifts for your friends and family. Inside you'll find all your favourite quilting motifs - squares, log cabins, hexagons, diamonds and spools - plus exciting new techniques such as broderie perse, a style of Persian applique which utilises 'fussy cut' print fabric elements. Designs are included for 28 different quilts, bags, pouches, table runners, pillows and more, and each section includes a step-by-step colour photo tutorial with special tips and tricks from the author. Even veteran quilters are sure to learn something new! These beautifully constructed bags and quilts are sure to appeal to both classic and modern quilters.

Love the scrappy look? Enjoy the convenience of precuts? Here's the perfect combination of those two elements. Talented designer Rebecca Silbaugh is back with more of the fabulous patterns that made Seamingly Scrappy such a hit. This time she spotlights an even broader selection of precut fabrics--including hexagons! Achieve a delightfully scrappy look--even without a fabric stash--using precuts Expert tips for successful scrap quilts, including how to mix textures and add a pop of color Concise instructions for 14 eye-catching quilts in a variety of sizes and fabric styles

Learn how to create fabulous traditional-style quilts but using today's brilliant low-cost fabric packs. Quilters, it's time to send all your adorable little pre-cuts to charm school! From the owners of the popular Country Threads quilt shop and pattern company, this collection of designs is ideal for showcasing today's precut 5" squares. Enjoy a fun and light-hearted approach to quilting with 19 terrific projects that combine traditional appeal with modern sensibilities.

Unlock your quilting potential with 155 free-motion patterns to fit every space in your quilt. Use the designs as they are or learn how to use computer graphics technology from master quilter Jessica Schick to resize, print, and apply designs-plus, receive expert tips to stabilize your projects before you quilt. Mix and match elements from 10 design suites. The 30 basic quilting motifs come in standard machine quilting and embroidery formats; all designs are available in the book and as PDFs on the CD. Print the designs any size you want, customize the designs, or use the motifs with your computer-guided quilting or embroidery machines. Add elegance and sophistication to your projects with this step-by-step guide!

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of his highly successful series of patchwork and quilting books, Kaffe Fassett has returned to his American roots. Using the collection of American vintage quilts in Britain's American Museum in Bath as his inspiration, Kaffe has chosen 18 different quilts as the basis for his 20 new designs in this book. Designs feature both his latest fabrics and his much-loved classics, mostly from the Kaffe Fassett Collective but also his latest collection of Artisan fabrics. An introductory section features the original quilts that inspired Kaffe, and tells the reader something about their provenance. The new designs demonstrate Kaffe's vivid and unique color combinations, giving new meaning to familiar block patterns such as Tumbling Blocks, Starbursts, and Log Cabins. Photographed in bucolic Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Each pattern contains full step-by-step piecing instructions and detailed diagrams.

Fiber artists honor Elvis Presley in a collection that is as unique as the King of Rock and Roll himself. The art quilts celebrate his songs, movies, and life in an inspired and creative group of 95 works. Enjoy a wide range of interpretations, from realistic to humorous to abstract. Quilts are accompanied by a mix of memories of Elvis, descriptions of the making of these art quilts, and details about the King, creating a one-of-a-kind treasury for Elvis fans and collectors. As a bonus, Elvis devotees are challenged to test their knowledge in a Name-This-Song visual guessing game.

This is the ultimate go-to quilting guide for the complete beginner - no prior knowledge of quilting, or even sewing, is assumed. Ten fully illustrated techniques are included, covering everything a novice needs to know, including skills such as rag quilting, hand-tied wadding, English paper piecing and square work. The techniques are accompanied by ten simple projects, enabling the reader to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice. Projects include a tea cosy, table mat, lavender-filled keepsake, pinboard, table runner, throw, cushion, duffel bag, play mat and bed cover. Approachable and friendly in style, this beautifully illustrated book will give beginners the confidence to take up quilting, then use it as a basic skills 'bible' to have to hand when they need it.

Celebration quilts, or memory quilts, help us commemorate the important events in our lives. They capture memories in fabric and freeze special moments so they can be revisited later. Quilts can welcome a new life into the world, celebrate a wedding, pay tribute to a lost loved one, or simply capture a memory. Sometimes happy, sometimes serious, these quilts become treasured keepsakes. Now you can design and make your own celebration quilt with the help of this detailed guide, illustrated with 126 photos and a useful worksheet. This book takes you through the creative process of five such quilts. Use an existing pattern or precut fabric, design traditional quilt blocks, or create your quilt around artifacts you've collected. The possibilities are endless and a gallery of completed quilts offers lots of inspiring ideas. This book is a great addition to any quilter's or crafter's library.

In this tempting collection for all quilters, a host of talented designers presents 10 table accents in a variety of styles. Brighten any room with small quilts that are a joy to make and sure to please--several patterns would also make sweet doll or baby quilts.

With 400 color and black and white images, American Heroes Quilts, Past & Present, is the first in-depth compilation of quilt patterns named for or associated with famous Americans. Quoting from original sources where possible, the book explores 55 American heroes that quilters have honored through the centuries. Included are such familiar names as George Washington, Dolley Madison, Lewis and Clark, and Charles Lindbergh, as well as heroes who are all but forgotten today. Stories and vignettes bring these people to life. Who was the Hull in Hull's Victory? Why was Hobson the most kissed man in America? How did DuMont change America forever? Who was the only actor honored with a quilt block? With over 100 quilts and close-up photographs of all 112 patterns, this book is a must-have for serious quilters, quilt historians, and anyone who loves American history.

Presents essential know-how together with a wide range of inspirational samples of work collected from international top-name quilters. It is ideal for both the beginner looking for trustworthy advice in a single volume and the committed quilter searching for authoritative reference for seldom-used techniques. Over 15 projects featured including cot quilts, bed quilts, lap quilts, bags, cushions, wall hangings, table mats and runners, and other beautiful projects for the home. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams and stunning photography combine to create this the must-have resource for quilters of all abilities.

Find the perfect design for a pot holder for any time of the year or occasion to dress up your kitchen. Pot Holders for All Seasons includes 20 easy-to-make whimsical appliqued pot holders which will appeal to both quilters and sewists. Select one of the designs, pull out your scrap basket and you're ready to start stitching. Tutorial sidebars include raw-edge fusible applique, padded applique, mitered corner binding and cutting bias strips. Templates are also included. 'Jazz up your pot holders and bring life to the kitchen with these fun designs. Practical yet charming to look at. These quilted pot holders are in a variety of designs, quick to make and perfect for gifts.' www.yarnsandfabrics.co.uk

Throughout our country's history, quiltmakers have honored America's presidents in their quiltmaking. Featuring more than 330 images with insightful explanations, this book looks at the presidential quilts and patriotic quilts that have been made by American quilters. From the presidencies of George Washington through Barack Obama, the quilts-along with intriguing quilt-related comments from newspapers of the times-help us enjoy American history, and reflect on how quilt history has chosen to remember the US presidents. Also highlighted are 43 gorgeous newly-made quilts representing each of the United States presidents to date. Each measures twenty-four inches square, and is constructed in a pattern and fabric historically accurate to the leader's presidential term of office; their makers are quilt historians and enthusiasts affiliated with the American Quilt Study Group.

Do you love bright, geometric quilt designs but wonder how to get such sharp points and accurate piecing? English paper piecing is the answer and this collection shows you how to sew your own patchwork projects even if you've never made a quilt before. English paper piecing (EPP) is a traditional patchwork technique which uses hexagon-shaped paper templates which are pieced together by hand sewing rather than machine piecing. This process of hand piecing is both mindful and calming and the fact that it doesn't rely on a sewing machine makes EPP the perfect 'sofa sewing' project that can be done while relaxing in front of your favourite TV show or while socialising with friends. Jenny Jackson is an expert in EPP and has been demonstrating the technique and showcasing her patterns on TV craft channels and magazines for a number of years. She has created this collection of techniques and patterns for modern EPP projects for the home including some really striking, large quilts. Jenny holds your hand through the EPP process so, even if you've never tried it before, you can complete projects to be proud of. Even if you already have some experience with EPP, Jenny shares her tips and tricks for quicker and sharper results so you can improve your skills. There are 18 projects for the home in a variety of sizes so you can build up to a full-sized quilt but you can also dip in and out of some smaller projects such as coasters, wall hangings and cushions while you hone your skills. The projects include repeats of EPP patterns and blocks as well as how to use EPP blocks and rosettes as applique within quilts and other projects. It's not just about the hexagon either: Jenny's geometric designs feature 20 different paper pieced templates including diamonds, octagons and even curved shapes for really exciting results. These sheets can be photocopied to give you multiple templates, fast. You can even flex your own creative muscle with the colouring pages included for every project so you can experiment with your own colour combinations to make your own unique designs.

Learn the traditional American craft of creating painted floor cloths and then experiment with fabrics and papers to create beautiful floor quilts and floor pages. These colorful, painted canvases were developed in Europe in the early 1400s, used as alternatives to carpets and for table coverings in homes and churches. Durable and decorative, they were used widely throughout the 1700s and 1800s until they were replaced by linoleum in the late 19th century. Today, homeowners enjoy them for their handcrafted, artisan appeal. With more than 200 color images, this book includes step-by-step instructions for making floor cloths, floor quilts, and floor pages, as well as a gallery of inspiring finished pieces in a wide range of styles. Employing modern techniques and materials, these projects are easy enough for beginners but will also appeal to crafters who want to expand their repertoire.

Create a sampler quilt as unique as you are

Tula Pink gives you an inspiring quilt block collection with "Tula Pink's City Sampler." Make a beautiful, modern quilt of your own design with the 100 original quilt blocks or try one of the 5 city-themed sampler quilts designed by Tula.

A note from Tula:

"You will notice...that the blocks are not named but simply numbered. This is intentional. I may have designed the blocks and given you the instructions on what to cut and where to stitch, but I have not infused the blocks with any meaning. This is your quilt. The fabrics that you choose, the colors that you use and why you are making it are what will give the quilt a purpose. Name your blocks, write in the margins, cross out the ones that you don't like, draw hearts around the ones that you love. In a perfect world, everyone's book would end up looking like a journal, coffee stains and all. The more adventurous ones might rename the book and write their own introduction. "Tula Pink's City Sampler" is a collaboration between you and me. I am the platform and you are the speaker, so stand on my shoulders and tell the future who you are and why you make."