Ever said, I wish I had time to make that!? This handy book makes small, charming projects easily doable--during your lunch hour! Perfectly portable patchwork can be completed in as little as an hour or over just a few lunch breaks during the week. Choose from pretty pillows, small quilts, cute bags, and more--all beginner friendly, simple to start, and a breeze to finish. Whether lunchtime is spent at the office, on the road, or right at home, break up each busy day with some sublime stitching time!

If you can sew, you can do boutis, a classic style of embroidery practiced in southern France since the seventeenth century. In this book, you'll find 20 projects featuring classic boutis designs for handbags and cases, pillows, baby clothes, placemats, photo album covers, and more. Also included are a basic boutis lesson, with step-by-step instructions for every part of the process, and full-size pullout patterns for every project. Create sophisticated, traditional handmade gifts perfect for baby showers, weddings, housewarmings, and anniversaries or treat yourself to a beautiful new accessory or bag.

When sixty-eight year old Sarah Miller moves into the Cunningham Village retirement community, she is mourning the loss of the husband, her young grandson, and the place that has been home for forty-two years. But Sarah is a survivor. As she reaches out into the retirement community that is to become home, she finds friends, activities, new hobbies, a possible love interest, and of course, crimes to solve and murderers to track down. In the first installment of this fun, friendly series of cozy mysteries, one of Sarah's new friends is murdered, and she and her feisty friend Sophie are determined to find the killer.

Complete 8 fun projects, all with a curvy flair using the Quick Curve Ruler (c). Jenny Pedigo and Helen Robinson of Sew Kind of Wonderful bring you Contemporary Curved Quilts that includes patterns for full-size quilts, wall hangings, table runners, and pillows. With complete step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow photography for cutting the curves, piecing the curves, and squaring up the blocks, each beautifully quilted project will inspire creativity, and are easy enough for an experienced beginner and challenging enough for an advanced quilter. The Quick Curve Ruler (c) is sold separately, providing a fun and simple approach to sewing curves without templates or pinning.

A quick path to a bold quilt design. Wedges are versatile and captivating - a must-have shape in the modern quilter's toolbox. Expertly piece this trendy and versatile shape without complicated maths or drafting. Sew up 10 distinctive quilts, each will full-size patterns, plus get tips on how to accurately cut and sew wedges. You'll be amazed at the wide variety of quilts that can be made from a single shape.

Mini Masterpieces is a quilting masterclass. Follow along beginning with a fresh new take on basic blocks and increase to complex curves and colour-work. Throughout, international quilting teacher Alyce Blyth provides tips and advice she has learned through her years of quilting and from teaching students from all over the world. Frustrated by quilt block books without anything to do with your finished work? This is part of what makes mini quilts so achievable. Mini Masterpieces is designed to be a quilt block of the month with a fabulous finish every time. Looking for a mini to swap? Alyce has you covered with 12 refreshing designs that use old favourites and new challenges too. Looking for a sew along with your guild or for your local quilt shop? Mini Masterpieces was designed just for you with one challenging block/mini a month for your whole group. Looking to make a bigger quilt? Two beautiful takes on sampler quilts are included to encourage readers to mix and match and explore infinite design possibilities. Looking for something new but can't take on a big project? Mini quilts are the perfect solutions: easy to finish, fun to make, perfect for gifting or hanging on your studio wall. Join the mini quilt mania and sew up each of these quilts in no time, expand your sewing skills and have fun knowing you can complete any of the projects included in Mini Masterpieces in an afternoon.

A popular classic is back! Famed quilt collector Roderick Kiracofes sumptuous hardcover book of 150 offbeat quilts became an instant classic when it was published in 2014, inspiring a nation of quiltmakers and fine artists. The books unforgettable quilts (largely made by anonymous quilters in the American South) and essays by leading curators and industry personalities (Amelia Peck, Kaffe Fassett, Denyse Schmidt) eventually went out of printuntil now. In a copublishing venture with Quiltfolk, the long-overdue 2nd edition of this beloved book will be released with a new introduction by internationally lauded author and curator Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. It also includes 20 additional never-before-seen quilts from Kiracofes private collection. At long last, the 2nd edition of Unconventional & Unexpected will be available again to audiences clamoring for its return.

Two girls. Same name. One mission. Teach the world to sew. Liz and Elizabeth Evans two former teachers who married brothers challenged themselves to make 30 projects in 30 days and blog about it. The resulting Simple Simon sewing community is where thousands go to get their creative fix. In The Simple Simon Guide to Patchwork Quilting, they invite the world to share in their joy of quilting and sewing. Their first book features eight different traditional quilt blocks beginning with the easiest (the 9 patch) and then moves into more intermediate blocks like Log Cabins and Dresden Plates. Each chapter shows how to sew the block, shares a bit of block history, and then provides three achievable projects using that block (at least one quilt in each chapter). More than just a how-to book, The Simple Simon Guide to Patchwork Quilting captures its authors' infectious charm, delightfully reminding us what a heart-warming hobby sewing can be.

Want inspiration for your free-motion quilting? Now you have the perfect tool! This spiral-bound book is full of designs - JUST designs - all will lie flat on your work surface or your quilt to keep your hands on the quilt and that needle moving! The third in a new series, this visual guide is filled with more than 125 continuous-line designs for your borders, setting triangles, and cornerstones - all from your favourite designers - to get you stitching.

In 1928, the Kansas City Star newspaper printed its first quilt block pattern-they continued this tradition for 34 wonderful and influential years. Now for the first time, the best of the blocks from each year can be found in one place! Slow down and stitch all 60+ vintage blocks, culminating in an unforgettable sampler quilt. Meet the women who brought quilting to the newspaper, as profiled by best-selling author and quilt historian Barbara Brackman.

Make 11 new scrap-quilt projects with Judy Gauthier's simple, fun cutting techniques. Use remnants in odd shapes and sizes and fabric prints you never thought would go together.

The author of best-selling Wool Applique Folk Art presents a treasure trove of 12 seasonal wool applique projects, with three for each season. Her Americana aesthetic, although very true to early decorative arts, would look great in many homes today. Presented in a lovely antique colour palette, these simple and elegant projects include a journal cover, cushion cover, wallhangings, storage boxes, table rug and more, perfect for your home or to give as gifts. Includes a basics chapter and an updated chapter on the collection, storage and use of wool. "Lovely designs, lovely stitching, good projects...all done to a good standard with pleasant motifs." www.yarnsandfabrics.co.uk

Learn how to sew 12 three-dimensional quilts each in 4 colourways giving you dozens of dynamic options. Easy piecing with no inset seams! Mix colour values for dimensional effects.

Scraps never looked so good! This is improvisational piecing reinvented - learn how to create your own creatively-collaged swatches of fabric in just 15 minutes a day. As you play, you'll sharpen your design skills and learn more about combining colors and prints in new ways. Discover just how distinctive classic blocks like Sawtooth Star or Flying Geese can be, when they're constructed with more spunk and spontaneity! *Create a unique piece of "made-fabric" in just 15 minutes with Victoria's improvisational scrap-piecing methods *Learn how to incorporate your made-fabric into traditional quilt blocks, then watch your quilt design emerge *Includes 11 fun challenge exercises to strengthen your creative muscles, plus a quilt gallery full of inspirational images

With more than one million books sold, the author who taught the world to quilt is back again! Internet and television personality Alex Anderson's "big book" of quilting includes indispensable, straightforward advice-essential tools, binding basics, and easy-to-understand piecing and applique. Become a master of hand and machine quilting, and finish with professional touches that will turn you into a confident, lifelong quilter. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter, this must-have compendium will find a permanent home next to your sewing machine! Lessons on fabrics, color theory, rotary cutting, piecing, applique, paper foundation piecing, settings, borders, hanging sleeves, labels, and more Must-read tips for quilters of all skills levels Complete quiltmaking course in a book Helpful how-to photography and stunning finished quilts

This is a vibrant and dynamic collection of 10 all-new Kaleidoscope quilt designs. Dazzle your friends and family with a stunning Kaleidoscope quilt! Choose from 10 all-new paper-pieced designs featuring eight shapes that come together to form a single, wonderfully unique block. Each pattern includes clear step-by-step instructions that will help you achieve great results.

This is a precious collection of beautiful quilted gifts for every occasion, including birthdays, mother's day, weddings and Christmas. Create elegant home accents using pieced patchwork and applique, all with Barri Sue Gaudet's stylish country charm. The complexity of each project reflects the amount of notice you might receive for an occasion, meaning gifts for a dinner party's hostess are quick-to-stitch and presents for a new born baby are more heirloom. Embellish your designs with embroidery for an extra special personal touch that friends and family will adore.

Turn the corner to free-motion success with a meandering makeover! Best-selling author Angela Walters shows you that free-motion quilting doesn't have to be scary - with a couple of designs in your pocket, you can finish almost any quilt on your home machine and enjoy the process. Practice eight meandering stitches for beginners, plus creative variations on each, with step-by-step visuals and quilted samples. Start your free-motion journey on the right foot with proven techniques to help you disguise mistakes and transition between designs with ease.

Lively, colorful, and skillfully made fabric "portraits" of 182 endangered species bring them to real, vibrant life. Each portrait features fascinating animal and plant facts from rescuers, scientists, conservationists, and more: where they live, what their superpowers are, why they are at risk, and how we can help. Dedicated and passionate people who work to protect endangered species share details of their roles and specialties, the planning behind conservation measures, threats to healthy habitats, and inspiring success stories. This book fosters eco-awareness and responsibility with a hopeful and positive tone, not only educating but inspiring action. A percentage of money earned by the author from the sale of this book will be donated to the Sea Turtle Conservancy and to the WILD Foundation.

Break Free from Your Sewing Machine
Imagine being able to quilt on vacation, at the beach, or virtually anywhere else you find yourself. Jessica Alexandrakis has traveled the world with her on-to-go sewing kit and small stash of fabric, creating strikingly modern patchwork along the way. Now she shares everything she's learned about this addictive, beginner-friendly technique.
- Sewing kit essentials that you can slip in your bag so you'll always be ready to stitch
- Color theory and stash organization tips for dramatic effects or scrap-happy results
- Creative patterns to combine hexagons, half-hexagons, diamonds, stars, squares, and triangles
- 10 step-by-step projects, including the hand-pieced Laptop Bag, Tanuki Stripe Throw, Falling Stars Baby Quilt, and Jessica's signature Travel Quilt
- 10 customizable quilt patterns with 40 vibrant color palette suggestions
Whether your style is classic or modern, Jessica offers a range of stunning projects, from small home accessories to full-size quilts, for all skill levels. So leave the sewing machine at home. Take your quilt to go.