Author: Jane Brocket Publisher: Collins & Brown ISBN: 1909397938 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 357
Book Description
An exciting new title from the leading quilt author, Quilt Me! celebrates Jane Brocket’s liberated, joyous, colourful approach to quilting using wonderful fabrics and simple shapes and patterns to create stunning effects. Taking ‘inspirational fabrics’ as its starting point, the book explores not only the designs available in cotton, made-for-the-market quilt/patchwork fabrics, but also moves into a new realm of alternative fabrics that can be used to make beautiful, practical, usable quilts. It is as if a quilt-maker has walked into the haberdasher’s of her dreams and has explored the many possibilities that traditional fabrics offer, fabrics such as ticking, linen, gingham, tweed, tartan, suiting, shirting, velvet, silk and calico. With clear instructions for a fantastic variety of quilts, Quilt Me! recreates the excitement, known to all quilters, of rummaging through a new stash of fabrics. The author describes the joy to be found in a wonderful colour scheme, design or pattern, as well as the aesthetic and practical advantages of making the most of what we find in traditional fabric shops and in our textile heritage, finding alternatives to quilt cottons, and casting a new eye over fabrics made for other purposes such as clothes, curtains, upholstery and interior decoration.
Author: John N. Reynolds Publisher: Xlibris Corporation ISBN: 1465367438 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 77
Book Description
The name of this book is The Quilt and is number two in a series. It is a book about a young boy who ask his grandmother to make him a quilt and is told NO. He keeps asking and asking and keeps being told NO. It is my quest for this quilt that tells you my life story and of all the different occasions which I could have received a quilt. Then, one day, 52 years later, my life takes a sharp turn and at the end of that journey I get my quilt.
Author: Barbara Persing Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc ISBN: 1607055007 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 76
Book Description
This work allows readers to eliminate the guessing games and take their cue directly from their quilt for planning the most complementary quilting design. The unique four-step approach covers four major quilt groups: traditional, contemporary, art, and children's.
Author: Joanna Figueroa Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1118224868 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 192
Book Description
More than 20 inspired quilting and sewing patterns As a generation of mostly self-taught, creative women takes to the world of fabric, quilting and sewing are joining forces in a way that they never have before. Long-time quilters, committed to their craft for decades, are starting to experiment with a bit of home sewing or simple sewing for their grandchildren. The younger side of the sewing community is embracing the world of patchwork and quilting, a world that once seemed inaccessible or even undesirable to younger seamstresses. With Fabric & Thread seamlessly bridges the language and intimidation gap between these two crafts and delivers a unique collection of projects that appeal to sewers and quilters alike. Featuring 20 new projects, With Fabric & Thread marries the nomenclature of both sewing and quilting to create an effortless set of instructions that anyone can follow. Plus, a special section features six patterns that can be accomplished two different ways: one using sewing techniques and one using quilting techniques. The result is two unique looks from a single pattern. Provides an excellent stepping-off point for sewers learning to quilt, and quilters learning to sew Chic projects, well-styled photos, and modern illustrations speak to this increasingly unified audience Good, basic, understandable instructions If you're a quilter experimenting with sewing, or vice versa, the beautiful designs in With Fabric & Thread give you everything you need to bring these two crafts together to make unique and inspired projects.
Author: Thomas Knauer Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc ISBN: 1644033232 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 147
Book Description
Explore language through quilting How do letters, numbers, words, and sentences change when used on a quilt rather than a screen or piece of paper?Statement quilts are an emerging trend within the modern quilt movement. Quilt artist Thomas Knauer's quilts follow the craftivism movement and emphasize social justice issues. From the most serious to whimsical, Quilt Out Loud teaches techniques for making text a part of the readers' quilts. Each chapter focuses on a particular technique, such as raw-edge appliqué or piecing in Morse code, and explores its conceptual implications. Craftivism is a rising trend where quilters are using text on quilts to make a statement and take part in social movements Explore methods of effectively incorporating language and data on quilts, whether profound or playful Learn how to use appliqué, quilted text, binary numbers, morse code, and more for self-expression
Author: Thomas Knauer Publisher: Storey Publishing ISBN: 1635860334 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 225
Book Description
We quilt to connect with a rich tradition -- We quilt to explore and express our creativity -- We quilt to move beyond modern consumer culture -- We quilt to create a connection with loved ones -- We quilt to change the world -- We quilt because we can-and because we cannot help but do so -- Epilogue : We quilt for all these reasons and more .
Author: Mary Tatem Publisher: Revell ISBN: 1441214313 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 224
Book Description
Quilters understand with every stitch how God can make even scraps wonderfully new and striking with a little time, imagination, and love. In these touching books, Mary Tatem pieces together spiritual insights and stories of quilters into devotionals that feature some of the most beloved and recognizable quilt patterns in America. Readers will discover the historical background of each pattern and be enchanted by the spiritual reflections on joy, faith, creativity, gratitude, patience, hope, and more. Encouragement, inspiration, and celebration--as well as some great stories--await readers as they discover that, in God's design, even the smallest scraps or most frayed fragments can be fashioned into something new, complete, comfort-giving, and beautiful.
Author: Darra Williamson Publisher: Martingale ISBN: 1604681527 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 257
Book Description
Make a huggable quilt for a special wee one! Quilting experts Christine Porter and Darra Williamson present 11 eye-catching baby-quilt patterns in a variety of oh-so-adorable styles. Choose from a mix of traditional pieced quilts and whimsical applique designs; full-sized patterns are included Find lots of tips throughout and an assortment of projects for both boys and girls Enjoy inspiring quilt patterns that include detailed quilting suggestions (with photo) for each quilt