This title offers simple, easy-to-follow techniques for creating stunning diamond-pattern quilts using the great fast2cut[registered] rulers. Have you always wanted to create your own stunning diamond quilts, but didn't know where to start? Help is at hand! Featuring 12 original diamond patterns from award-winning quilter Jan Krentz, "Quick Diamond Quilts & Beyond" teaches you everything you need to know to start making stunning diamond quilts in a snap. And with easy-to-follow techniques for using the brilliant fast2cut[registered] rulers, quilting has never been more fun.

You can never have too many star quilts, and Jan Krentz's latest book offers you a whole galaxy of big, colorful, pieced stars. Everything you need to succeed is here-from helpful advice on choosing the right fabrics, tools, and equipment, to step-by-step instructions for pain-free cutting, piecing, and finishing. Includes 5 full-size template patterns. * Make 20 simply spectacular star quilts featuring 10 different types of pieced stars * No fussing with tiny pieces! Large-scale quilts go together fast with Jan's time-saving techniques* Inspirational photo gallery of quilts by well-known quilters

Create your own gorgeous quilt from shimmering diamonds! Jan makes it easy to imagine, plan, and create your own beautiful art Let Impressionist paintings inspire you to try a colourwash look - with diamonds! 4 projects help you gain the confidence to create a fabric masterpiece Easy construction techniques Lots of inspirational photos and a breathtaking gallery

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. An exciting new look for a traditional favorite! What's old is new again! Hunter Star is an old-time block with a fresh new look, thanks to quilting expert Jan Krentz. Jan has developed SIX different ways to build Hunter Star blocks, so choose your favorite and get started today! * 9 complete Hunter Star quilt projects, all using Jan's clever pieced or quick-fused methods * Choose from template piecing, strip piecing, half-square triangles, paper piecing, fusible web, and colorwash piecing * Use versatile Hunter Star as a block, for sashing, to create wreath or log cabin settings - the possibilities are endless! * Jan makes it easy with step-by-step instructions and charts * Plus an inspiring gallery of contemporary Hunter Star quilts to whet your appetite!

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. Explore the world of Lone Star quilts! Expert teacher Jan Krentz shows you how to use today's techniques to simplify this intricate design. * 6 colorful projects - you'll want to get started right away! * Rotary cutting saves you time, while imaginative additions such as applique and "designer diamonds" give these Lone Stars a fresh, updated look * Jan teaches you everything you'll need to know to make the Lone Star quilt of your dreams, from fabric choices to finishing touches. * A gallery of eye-catching Lone Star quilts to inspire your creativity

Images of Jan Krentz's fabulous diamond, star, and landscape quilts make these playing cards irresistible to fabric lovers. Priced for impulse buys, the cards make great small gifts. Display at your register with Ricky Tims' Playing Cards and watch them fly out the door! Also available in single decks.