Quiltmaking, patchwork and appliqué Books

Book SynopsisCreate four pictorial quilts with easy-to-use, paint-by-numbers colour keys! These complex quilts may look difficult, but Kerry Foster takes the guesswork out of fabric choice so that you can sew animal portraits with sophisticated areas of light and shadow. Use the colour keys and diagrams to easily choose a palette from your fabric stash and create amazing portraits with turned-edge machine appliqué. Choose from a fabulous fox, an adorable raccoon, a majestic stag, and a fierce bear!Table of ContentsGetting Started How to Use This Book Tools and Materials Choosing Fabrics Appliqué Smaller Projects Raccoon Mug Rug Himalayan Cat Cushion Hank the Pointer Pillow Rabbit Journal Cover Barn Owl Tote Bag Wallhangings Loose Moose Grizzly Bear Fabulous Mr. Fox Whitetail Deer Triptych Barley the Mouse Finishing Quilting Squaring Up and Binding

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Book SynopsisSew (and design) graphic paper-pieced patterns! Learn about every stage of the process with piecing basics, a guide to pattern design, and choose-your-own-adventure design prompts to create your own foundation paper piecing (FPP) patterns. With an annotated overview of the best FPP methods, countless tips, and over thirty paper-pieced quilt blocks plus seven design exercises to put your skills to the test, you'll have the tools you need to thrive when confronted with any paper-piecing challenge.Trade ReviewFoundation Paper Piecing is a technique where intricate designs can be stitched with precision. Patterns are drawn onto paper and each section is numbered in sequence for stitching. Each fabric piece is placed one at a time on the back of the paper and stitched on the drawn lines. This means that the printed paper side is the back of the finished block and therefore the mirror image of the finished block. The book is divided into three sections, method and technique, design and design exercises. Six full patterns are included from easy, to highly intricate. A comprehensive book. * British Patchwork & Quilting, May 2019 *Get set to go with foundation paper piecing for quilters with step by step instructions and design exercises. This book includes The Method, Design and Prompts providing a detailed overview of foundation piecing, building blocks, design and how to get your creativity flowing. Foundation paper piecing enables the quilter to craft intricate designs. You’ll find everything you need to know from paper, needles and tips on fussy cutting and mirrors. Enjoy the quirky houseplant designs that let you get comfortable with the process. In the design section, you’ll see how to transform a photograph into a foundation paper piecing design. The 7 design prompts give you ideas for design. Examples and patterns are given by the author, including quilt construction for each prompt. There is also a crash course in repeat design. Some great patterns and templates here including a double wedding ring, various plants, animals and much more. -- Karen Platt * www.karenplatt.co.uk *Table of ContentsIntroduction Part I: The Method Getting Started In Foundation Paper Piecing The Piecing Method Tips and Tricks: Plant Lady Part II: Design Getting Started in FPP Design The Design Process Pattern Design Exercises My Approach to Fabric, Color, and Design Graffiti Foundation Paper Piecing Part III: Design Prompts Learning By The Letter Snooze Traditional with a Twist Prickly Path Objects Voodoo Feather Pincushion Creatures Folksy Friends Think Outside the (Square) Block Fireflies Repeat Designs Jungleview Single Foundation Paper Piecing Double Diamond Wedding Ring Patterns and Templates About the Author

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Book SynopsisQuilting rulers have long been used by longarm quilters to make uniform shapes while quilting, but now, with the advent of the domestic ruler foot, domestic quilters can join in on the fun too! Amanda Murphy, best-selling author of the Free-Motion Quilting Idea Book, starts by showing you how to use 6 basic shapes of machine quilting rulers to lay a foundation for your quilting, then moves on to teaching you 59 different designs. Finish up by following Amanda's suggestions for filling in the background space with free-motion quilting.

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Book SynopsisDresden Plates, pinwheel blocks and flying geese ... piece like a pro with The Piper's Girls. Starting with the simplest patchwork squares and working your way up to more challenging appliqué and paper piecing, you'll sew through a cheery, 11-row sampler quilt and 2 bonus projects. Build 27 specific quilting skills such as getting an accurate 1/4" seam, constructing on-point squares and using the 45 degree angle on a ruler. Straightforward how-to photos and full-size patterns are included. Gain confidence and learn new tips along the way, whether you're just a beginner or a more experienced quilter.Trade ReviewSkill building quilting in a row is designed to take you from beginner to expert. Each row involves different skills and techniques. Sometimes piecing a quilt can become a little monotonous or even boring - with this method, you stay involved and interested because you are doing different things each row. After tools and basic techniques, this book gets down to business, presenting 11 fun rows to quilt. Each row has full instructions and pictures. All the skills are seen in box, for example "using the 45°angle on a ruler", or "accurate cutting". You'll learn too many techniques and skills to mention in detail but amongst them are Dresden Plates, Pinwheels, Paper Piecing, On Point, Flying Geese, Machine and Reverse Applique, Sashing, Borders and Finishing. There are also two bonus quilt designs. Great skill builder and a lot of scope for injecting your own ideas. -- Karen Platt * www.karenplatt.co.uk *Table of ContentsIntroduction Getting Started with The Pipers Girls Row Quilt Row 1: Simple Patches (piecing) Row 2: Ribbons (piecing) Row 3: Dresden (piecing and applique) Row 4: Pinwheels (pieced/folded dimensional) Row 5: Birds (pieced) Row 6: Posy Flowers (pieced) Row 7: Dancing Squares (pieced) Row 8: Spring Garden (pieced) Row 9: Flying Geese with Flowers (piecing and applique) Row 10: French Braid (piecing) Row 11: Happy Trails (applique) Putting It All Together Bonus Projects Project #1 Project #2 About the Author

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Book SynopsisDo you love Outlander? Do you have Scottish heritage? Learn to make modern, graphic quilts based on the woven patterns of traditional tartans of Scotland! Though the interweaving of tartan colours can be complex, the author has simplified the instructions for easy piecing. Simply cut strips, make strip sets, and sub-cut sections to make pieces that you can sew together to create rows. With a range of project types for each tartan, from runners and throws to bed-size quilts, there’s something for every quilter. Includes patterns for clans Elliot, Maxwell, Maitland, Barclay, Hannay, Macrae of Conchra, Fraser, and an original design, Amador, to honour the area where the author lives.

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Book SynopsisWant inspiration for your free-motion quilting? Now you have the perfect tool! This spiral-bound book is full of designs - JUST designs - and will lay flat on your work surface to keep your hands on the quilt and that needle moving! The first in a new series, this visual guide is filled with over 75 continuous-line designs from your favourite designers to get you stitching.

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Book SynopsisAdd playful texture to your projects with free-motion quilting that begs to be touched! Gain the confidence to quilt like an artist with best-selling author Christina Cameli’s tactile approach to quilting. Try your hand at organic and geometric textures, with step-by-step lessons to 65 designs and 10 variations! Find yourself invigorated to finish projects on your home sewing machine or longarm, whether you’re a confident beginner or seasoned pro. Bring out the best in your piecing with free-motion quilting that begs to be touched Think texturally! Improve your quilt’s overall impact with a step-by-step guide to quilted texture Perfect to use on home sewing machines and longarms, for advanced beginners and beyond. Trade ReviewThese dramatic quilting patterns are shown on solid coloured fabric. The emphasis is on the designs, the thread colour is closely matched to the fabric. Adding texture with quilting makes un-quilted areas pop out, larger scale designs become the foreground, dense quilting becomes the background. Many examples give two photos, the first is simpler than the second. The difference is explained, and shown clearly, with diagrams indicating the direction of the stitching. Quilting using a grid, dividing the quilt into sections with a walking foot, before adding patterns is explained well. It is important to sketch the designs first so one looks ahead when quilting. An excellent guide to quilting for a confident quilter. It is my Book of the Month. * British Patchwork & Quilting *There's no better feeling than running your fingers over the swirls and bumps in a quilt, and this book walks you through creating your very own textured cover! Try your hand at organic and geometric free-motion designs with skill-boosting step-by-step lessons from Christina. * Sew *

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Book SynopsisRaid the attic! Preserve family memories with new quilts that lovingly tie together the past with the present. Learn how to comb through bits of history and reimagine them into wall art, sewing notions, and more! Gorgeous embroidery adds richness to these vintage hybrids. Full instructions for five projects, fifteen stitch techniques, and a gallery full of ideas will help you rescue bits of history to create a cherished new piece for your home!Trade ReviewAlways great to see a new book from this author. I love his style. This book covers how to blend the old and new, something Brian does to perfection. It covers inspiration, fabrics, stitch and projects. The introduction gives the story of Etta Mae and her trousseau. Seek and Find is all about finding things you can use in your work - it's like treasure hunting. The projects are very satisfying. The Lacemaker is a very special piece; a small quilt with a beautiful lace edge and embellishments. There is a scissor holder and matching pincushion; a fabulous table runner; photo pincushions and sachets; a sewing butler including another pincushion, scissor holder and bag. There is also a gallery of work. Such a wonderful textile and quilting artist with a unique look. I recommend this book for its style and embellishments that could be applied to your own work. * karenplatt.co.uk *Blended Embroidery is such a beautiful book. Not only is it filled with inspiration to stitch vintage heirlooms using old lace, embroidery stitches and your own imagination it is also a really good read. I loved the story of Etta Mae and the restoration of her Victorian home. I would truly want to visit if I ever got the chance. Five projects are showcased, and they are absolutely stunning. The Sewing Butler is amazing and quite unlike anything I have ever seen before. The photography of each piece has been brilliantly done. A lover of this art will be seriously impressed. You can see the texture of each piece and imagine how tactile the fabrics combined with the raised embellishments really are. In order to build your vintage stash, it is recommended that we search flea markets, old family attics and even to deconstruct stained tablecloths. I have been really inspired and I have feel I have been given a chance to revisit a craft that I have long forgotten. The projects bring old fabrics, buttons and lace back to life and give them a modern touch. Using dyes, beads, crayons and paints, you can create a beautiful gift for someone special, and with the 15 stitches that have been demonstrated the final and finished result will be phenomenal. An amazing book that will inspire, teach and encourage you to try new ideas. -- Tracy Shephard * Amazon *There are quite a few books that give you ideas on how to use scraps left over from craft projects, or even those from everyday life. This book goes one further and shows how you can also incorporate antique and vintage items into your stitched work. Give old family items or things from flea markets a new lease of life by combining them with modern materials to create quilts, wall art and more. If you like crazy quilting (or have always fancied trying it) this book will show you what can be accomplished. It is certainly lovely to look at and filled with the author’s personal work based around his own family history, plus lucky finds while out browsing. There is even a useful guide to shopping for vintage items and looking for things that “speak” to you rather than just hoarding. Discover what tools and materials you need to work with the old as well as the new, learn some basic stitches and delve into Mr Haggard’s wonderfully inspiring projects. As well as quilting skills and some basic embroidery, there are projects that make use of photo transfers, 3D work and at the back a rather more useful gallery than the usual pages of briefly captioned photographs. All these pieces, by both the author and others, come with more lengthy explanations as to how and why they were made. This does take up a chunk of the book, but this is part of the appeal; getting the reader to think about what they want to do with what they have. Even the five projects are more about getting under the skin of a piece, and as they are all so personal, they encourage going beyond mere copying. It certainly got me thinking and fishing around in my own loft to see how I can incorporate antique photographs and fabrics into projects that will give them a new lease of life. A very inspiring and imaginative book. -- Rachel A Hyde * Amazon *

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Book SynopsisEverything you love about the Quick & Easy Block Tool, now with triangle blocks! This ultimate no-maths reference for quilters includes cutting charts, piecing tips, quilt layout ideas, and a visual index of blocks. Plus, get cutting instructions using straight or 60° triangle rulers for triangles, diamonds, jewels, half diamonds, parallelograms, hexagons, half hexagons, lozenges, and half lozenges. Ultra-portable and indispensable, this is the block guide that no quilter, modern or traditional, should be without!

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Book SynopsisBuild your quilting skills from the ground up. Learn to complete your first quilt from basic pieced strips, squares, and triangles. Established teacher Jo Avery guides you through twelve projects to whet your appetite for quiltmaking and take it a step further. Graduate to intermediate projects with major style as you try out foundation paper piecing, appliqué, and curves. Before long, you’ll have the confidence and expertise to tackle virtually any quilt pattern!

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Book SynopsisLaced with retro-inspired circles and bold stripes, fifteen modern quilts leave an unforgettable impression. Piecing circles, half-circles, and quarter-circles is easier than you think, and the authors teach you to add movement and depth two ways—through striped fabric and easy strip sets. These aren’t your typical Drunkard’s Path quilts, but distinctive quilts for adventurous quilters! With block-based patterns, some improvisational piecing, and layouts ranging from beginner-friendly to complex, there’s truly something for everyone.Trade ReviewAs some of you may know, I totally lost all my sewing and quilting mojo last lockdown and it stayed gone until the beginning of this year. That's a long time for this girl not to want to sew. So now I am looking for inspiration everywhere and what better place for a book lover than a hard copy, hold-in-your-hand quilt book! This book was published by C&T Publishing in 2020 and is available from Search Press. Just look at all those gorgeous projects!! I love it when a pattern book has all the projects photographed and set out at the start. It means you can head straight to the one that catches your eye. The introductory section is really well laid and contains lots of information on fabric selection, tools and techniques and piecing basics. Whilst I have been sewing for many years now, I still read these sections because I always learn something from them. The photos in this section illustrate the information really well, which I think is a huge bonus to any book. Sometimes you just need a refresher and a quick look at a photo can get you on your way again quickly. Because really at the end of the day we all want a finished quilt right?! Another plus for me is that the templates at the back of the book are full size and ready to trace or copy if you don't have any curved templates to hand. I find it really annoying when you have found a project and are ready to start and then you have to mess around trying to enlarge a template or pattern or having to make a trip to the copy shop - not so easy these last 12 months! I also like to see quilts in different colourways because sometimes the original colours might not speak to you and the pattern could be overlooked. For each project in this book there is a full shot of the finished quilt plus a picture of the quilt in different fabrics. There is also a full diagram of the quilt which is really helpful. I always find it useful to have a full diagram of the quilt for easy reference and so the assembly diagrams in this book fit the bill perfectly. And of course for me the quilting is very important!! To get some close up shots of the quilting is a real bonus. I think the actual quilting is left out of a lot of patterns and 'Quilt As Desired' is not that helpful if you do not know what quilting you desire! It is nice to see how the quilt designers have chosen to quilt the quilt and maybe use that to inform your quilting. And, as with any good quilt book, the styling of the finished quilts is lovely! A far cry from my lounge where all the quilts are in constant use and so are strewn around the sofas and the floor! Read the full review HERE. -- Abigail Sheridan de Graaff * cutandalter.com *

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Book SynopsisHer instructional videos have inspired thousands to start sewing. Now for the first time, 'sew-lebrity' Laura Coia shares written patterns for the most loved video tutorials on her SewVeryEasy YouTube channel! Piece and quilt a dozen beautiful projects – quilts you’ll come back to time and time again – all suitable for beginners and beyond. Plus, get Laura’s signature time-saving techniques for cutting, pressing, adding borders, and finishing.Trade ReviewEverything you need to know about quilting is in the pages of this book. 12 quilting projects enable you to advance your knowledge and your skills, from cutting your fabric to choosing your border. There are no templates included with the designs, but the instructions are clear and easy to follow. The designs are inspiring and the Author encourages you to step outside your comfort zone. The colourful quilts are amazing and there is one to suit everyone's ability. There is a link to YouTube, where you can see the Author demonstrate each technique. -- Tracy Shephard * Amazon *

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Book SynopsisDesign your own gorgeous gemstone quilts! Learn the basics of abstraction and colour theory as you create stunning works of art with gem quilt expert MJ Kinman. Build skills as you sew a sample diamond quilt top, with step-by-step instructions.

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Book SynopsisIn this tribute to today’s vibrant quilting community, prize-winning quilter and teacher Thomas Knauer showcases a stunning collection of quilts from a wide range of contemporary makers, accompanied by their testimonials about what inspires and imbues their craft with meaning. From temperance quilts to the AIDS quilt, there’s a rich history of individuals and communities using fabric and thread to connect with others and express themselves, both personally and politically. Why We Quilt blends bits of this history with the stories and work of today’s leading quilters, highlighting themes of tradition, community, consumerism, change, and creativity. With a unique die-cut cover and a richly layered design, this book will enthrall designers, quilters, and all types of handcraft enthusiasts.

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Book SynopsisA lot of work goes into a quilting or sewing project, so it's important to finish strong! This is a complete, go-to guide on how to ensure your projects are edged perfectly each and every time. Opening with helpful overviews on binding tools, this must-have guide details 16 binding techniques and various ways to finish a project, including traditional, bias, pompom, scalloped, chenille binding, invisible faced, and more. With easy-to-follow tutorials, coordinating photography, and video links to further enhance instruction, this guide belongs in every crafter's library to refer to time and time again for finishing and binding every project.

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Book SynopsisSometimes all you need is a small pop of colour, a quilted throw or a simple table topper to complete a room. It's not always easy to find just what you're looking for. This book features 10 gorgeous projects to choose from. Select your fabrics and colours and create the perfect accents for your home.

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Book SynopsisIf you're looking for creative ways to use your scraps to make spectacular quilts, look no further. Our popular designers have created a collection of nine quilts that will inspire you to dive into your leftover scraps and start sewing. From traditional to modern, there are designs for everyone.

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Book SynopsisThe red, white and blue colour combination has been a perennial favourite among quilters for years. This book has a terrific collection of patterns from a pillow to table runners to wall and throw quilts ranging from beginner to confident beginner skill levels. Many of these projects include the popular star, but there are also a wide variety of other blocks chosen by our designers in styles versatile enough to work with any colour combination. Featuring designs by Wendy Sheppard, Julie Weaver, Nancy Scott, Sue Pfau, Scott Flanagan, Gina Gempesaw, Jennifer Thomas, Cassie Harms, Lisa Morlan and Carolyn Beam.

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Book SynopsisFind a fresh collection of tried-and-true blocks designed with a new spin! The classic Churn Dash, Ohio Star, Jacob's Ladder and Pinwheel blocks are on display with new looks and eye-catching patterns. Enjoy your favourites in new ways, or feel inspired to make your own refreshed design!

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Book SynopsisCreate amazing quilts with only two blocks! This pattern book is packed with 11 different designs that each combine two different blocks into one brilliant quilt. See how combining two blocks can add interest and even create whole new patterns.

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Book SynopsisFrom Masako Wakayama, comes these five sheets of premium, single-sided fusible paper sheets for fine appliqué. Wash for a touchably soft finish; the unique double-layer substrate is flexible yet thick enough to provide stability.

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Book SynopsisDelve into the world of quilts, fabrics, and bowl making! Sculpt your quilt blocks to create tasteful, modern bowls. Great way to make use of scrap fabric and make great gifts.

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Book SynopsisBeginners rejoice – getting started with wool appliqué has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will teach you everything you need to know to explore this enjoyable and hands-on fibre art. Featuring six versatile projects with step-by-step instructions. Includes comprehensive information on tools needed plus endless tips and tricks.

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Book SynopsisWho can resist a perfectly coordinated and fun-filled fabric charm pack? Now make the most of your growing collection with projects designed for the charm pack lover in mind. Time to clear out your charm pack stash! Sew 18 vibrant projects that only need one charm pack each.

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Book SynopsisEmbrace your inner cat lady with contemporary cat-themed projects! Play with texture and style to create 16 unique projects from bags and décor to seven different quilts. Use dozens of techniques from basic piecing, hand embroidery, and machine sewing for a vintage-meets-modern aesthetic. Experiment with different textiles and fabrics to create bags, accessories, home décor, and quilts.Trade ReviewSixten projects based on cat designs which include quilts, bags, cushions and other accessories. Techniques are covered first with a description of a cat block which is used in several of the projects. Both hand and free motion embroidery are covered along with applique options. A section on continuous bias binding is included as there are some curved projects which require this. Different fabrics options are discussed including the repurposing of clothing. Quilt backings are looked at before moving to the projects themselves. There are pattern templates which require enlarging. There are cushions, several bags, a table runner, several smaller items which include a couple of sewing accessories and six quilts. There are no quilting instructions but detail can be seen in the images. These bright, fun quilts and projects will certainly appeal to cat lovers. -- British Patchwork & Quilting * British Patchwork & Quilting *

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Book SynopsisAnyone can quilt stunning scenery – from brand new landscape quilters to veteran artists! Explore Joyce R. Becker’s simple methods with 50 tips for success and a gallery of quilts from featured designers.

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Book SynopsisBest-selling author Kim Schaefer demonstrates how to appliqué nursery animals, from woodland creatures to zoo, farm, and underwater friends. Sew 39 cheery animal motifs in darling 6-inch blocks for adorable crib quilts, wall-hangings, and pillows and learn how to personalize ready-made onesies, bibs, burp cloths, nappy covers, or nappy stackers that make great baby shower gifts.Trade ReviewOkay, what's your favourite animal? We do hope it begins with a 'P'! Join crafter Kim Schaefer as she demonstrates how to appliqué animals for your tiny tot. You can take your pick from woodland, zoo, farm or underwater friends/ There are 39 cheery animals to turn into 15cm square blocks to make gorgeous crib quilts, wall hangings and pillows. You'll learn how to personalise ready-made garments and accessories, too. * Sew Magazine *

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Book SynopsisKeep a record of your progress and give yourself the organized space to practise your doodle designs with this helpful notebook! Based on Doodle School by Dara Tomasson and Amy Robertson, this workbook is the perfect tool to practise the key factors to successful free-motion quilting through doodling.

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Book SynopsisBeginners rejoice – getting started with quilting has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will give you everything you need to know to explore and enjoy this popular art form. Includes six versatile projects with step-by-step instructions and comprehensive information on tools needed plus tips and tricks.Trade ReviewA beginner's book with six modern projects including a cushion, a mug rug, a table runner and three small quilts. The introduction is followed by a simple glossary of quilting terms. Equipment is discussed with a 'nice to have' section. Fabric choice is covered next followed by a guide to rotary cutting with photographs. Piecing with a quarter-inch seam is shown but there is no mention of the 'scant' quarter inch. Pressing follows. Sarah then covers wadding/batting and talks about the quilt sandwich and how to layer your quilt. There is a basic introduction to the different forms of quilting and simple walking foot quilting is recommended for the projects in the book with diagrams. Binding finishes up this section of the book with simple diagrams for standard double binding. The project section begins with the simplest project, a Sixteen Patch cushion, and works through introducing different techniques, such as Half Square Triangles, finishing with a sampler quilt. This book is ideal for the complete beginner but if you have some experience of patchwork, it may be a little simple. -- British Patchwork & Quilting * British Patchwork & Quilting *

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Book SynopsisSkip the tracing and cutting – just pop out templates and jump right into English paper piecing six mini quilts! Begin with a unique English paper piecing glue-pen method and finish with simple appliqué to create six stunning mini quilts.

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Book SynopsisStow your stuff in these colourful zippered Eco Pouches and stay organized everywhere you go. Set of two zip-top pouches: large pouch is 24 cm x 18 cm and small pouch is 22 cm x 13 cm. Pouches are made of recycled plastic that is tough enough to handle even sharp quilting, sewing, and art tools. They are also great for pens, jewellery, cosmetics, coins the list is endless! Each pouch features quilts made from Pamela Jane Morgan'sPurr-fect Patchwork.

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Book SynopsisQuilts of Praise offers devotional 3D basic blocks showcasing crosses and churches. With 7 projects you can create quilts, wall hangings, altar cloths, and stoles perfect for special occasions or church décor.

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Book SynopsisTurn panels into one-of-a-kind quilts! Learn the process of making a panel quilt and explore how to square up selections, work with challenging measurements, and use different types of settings.Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: Discover the Different Types of Panels Chapter 2: Begin with the End in Mind Chapter 3: Finding Design Inspiration Chapter 4: Dealing with “Wonky” Panels and Odd-Size Sections Chapter 5: Discover the Magic in Traditional Quilt Blocks Chapter 6: Working From a Map or Grid Chapter 7: Gallery of Quilts Chapter 8: Resources About the Author

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Book SynopsisEmbrace the creativity of precut quilt projects that will have you quilting in a flash. Mix and match 12” blocks across 15 quilt projects, including those from Playful Precut Quilts.

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Book SynopsisCombine folk art and nature motifs to create a 30-block wool appliqué sampler quilt by best-selling author Erica Kaprow. This portable project is fun to make, and the whimsical designs will make you smile.

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Book SynopsisBuild a sustainable wardrobe by upcycling vintage textiles into stunning new projects! Kathleen and Dale are expert guides from start to finish. Learn how to source vintage quilts and care for and restore them. Then transform them into a creative and personalized wardrobe full of history. Projects span from simple accessories, such as a tote.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing 98 modern quilting designs, Quilting Rhythm is filled with imaginative and sophisticated patterns for home free-motion quilters and those who use digital designs. Each design includes a digitized file.

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Book SynopsisLearn how to use scraps, odd cuts, and small fabric treasures in unexpected ways to create one-of-a-kind quilts.

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Book SynopsisClamshells are a day at the beach with sew-lebrity Laura Coia’s clamshell patterns and QAYG techniques, featured on SewVeryEasy YouTube channel. Make beautiful clamshell quilts and home decor projects.

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Book SynopsisJam-packed with Kim's tried-and-true tips. Quilters everywhere have fallen in love with Kim Diehl's beautiful quilts, and you can too! In this latest collection, Kim focuses exclusively on patchwork for those who love her style but don't have the time or inclination to add appliqué touches. Make your way through sixteen easy-to-piece projects from wall quilts, table toppers, bed quilts with supersized blocks, and even a charming mini sampler quilt, all in Kim's sought-after style.

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Book SynopsisElevate your quilting skills with flawless binding techniques!Marci Baker is your guide to the world of quilt bindings through a step-by-step journey, revealing the joys of achieving a polished finish. Whether you're tackling your first quilt or your hundredth, learn the art of basic double-fold binding to ensure every corner lays perfectly flat. Explore a spectrum of binding techniques, from knife-edge to mock piping, and embrace decorative options like prairie points and loops. With detailed instructions and variations, you will be well on your way to perfect the finishing touches on a quilt that truly shines. Explore 25 binding techniques and practice your newfound skills with five projectsLearn how to tailor your binding selection to the quilt, making key decisions on width and mastering corner mitering for various stylesGain tried and tested troubleshooting techniques to ensure that your quilt binding looks fabulous every time

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Book SynopsisPraise for the Build a Bag series: "These books are ideal for those new to bag making and will help readers grow their bag-making skills and confidence as they work through the projects. The plastic templates are a brilliant idea and a great bonus." - The Sewing Directory New to the highly acclaimed Build a Bag series, Debbie Shore brings you a selection of 15 brilliant backpacks! The 15 designs are created using the full-size rigid template contained within the book. It is easy-to-use, durable, reusable, wipe-clean and perfect for fussy cutting, plus it is simple to position and use – there is no need to pin it. The backpacks are made using different techniques, pockets, straps and fastenings to create 15 very different results. But why stop there? The template can also be used for your own design variations. As you mix and match the techniques covered within the book, Debbie gives advice on how to adapt and create your own unique designs. Each project in the book is explained using Debbie’s friendly style and easy-to-follow step-by-step photography, and there is also a comprehensive techniques section and a guide to using the template.Trade ReviewThere are now four pattern books in the Build a Bag series, each one containing a reusable plastic pattern and at least 15 projects. The best thing about sewing with Debbie Shore is that she makes things so easy. From beginner to advanced skill levels, every stitcher can enjoy these books and create something wonderful. The projects are beautifully photographed, and the instructions have a stunning visual and written step by step guide. Techniques, tips and what to do if things go wrong are included and the whole process from start to finish is jargon free. This makes it easy to understand and you know exactly what to do without the aid of other explanations. The Plastic Pattern is brilliant, and the instructions colour code the pattern piece you need. Each Backpack is beautifully designed and really are fit for purpose. Each one is different, and have a unique and stylish look. Highly recommended * Postcard Reviews *These two stunning brand-new titles from Debbie cover on-trend satchels and backpacks. Each book comes in an attractive hard-back folder which also encloses a wallet containing durable plastic templates, from which, by following Debbie’s impeccable instructions, it is possible to construct fifteen different bags from each book. There is a bag for every taste and occasion, each beautifully presented in full colour, showing Debbie’s inspiring fabric choices. All techniques including zipped pockets, magnetic closures and piping are covered in detail, making these projects suitable for every level of sewing expertise. Debbie also includes inspiring suggestions on adapting the templates to expand the design possibilities and create even more bags! Outstanding value for money, these books are a definite must-have for every bag-loving sewer. * East Kent Embroiderers' Guild *I have some of the other Debbie Shore books, and this is another excellent one. Clear instructions for the basics such as "making a zip panel", for the individual patterns, and even help with things that can go wrong (oops! section). I especially love the plastic templates. There is no need to copy and cut any patterns, because they are included in the book and can be used over and over again. * Customer review *I have considered this series of books for some time and I’m so delighted that I now have a copy especially of backpacks which I regularly use. The templates which are included ensure correct cutting and as well as the various projects, I find the other sections including materials, techniques, oops and Debbie‘s top tips extremely useful too. After trying some of the projects involved the next decision will be which of the other build a bag books to buy! * Customer review *Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 Understanding the template 8 Materials 10 Tools 12 Hardware 14 Techniques 14 Debbie’s top tips 20 Oops! 21 The Projects 22 Clip pocket rucksack 22 Drawstring button backpack 30 Laminated crossover bag 34 Piped rucksack 40 Nautical backpack 46 Bear pocket backpack 50 Simple drawstring bag 56 Quilted backpack 60 Bound rucksack 64 Bear drawstring bag 68 Tie pocket rucksack 72 Two-tone drawstring backpack 76 Cuddly bear backpack 80 Zipped backpack 84 Convertible tote bag 88 A little extra something 92 Glossary 94 Index 96

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Book SynopsisIn this fun and practical introduction to hand and machine appliqué, well-known TV personality Sarah Payne leads you through a series of techniques to build up your skills. Each chapter includes a number of different-sized step-by-step projects, including a height chart, pet feeding mat, quilt, cushions, baby play mat, bags, wall art and placemats. Sarah discusses both hand-sewn and machine-sewn appliqué, as well as raw-edged and turned-edge appliqué. She also includes information on feature stitching, using paper templates, layering, quilting and binding. There are templates to trace supplied for the projects. Jam-packed with information and colourful projects, jump in and start learning all things appliqué. Put your skills into practice and at the same time create beautiful projects to keep or give as gifts.Trade ReviewFollowing on from Sarah Payne’s Quilt School comes her latest book – Sarah Payne’s Appliqué School which focuses on teaching the reader 3 forms of appliqué; machine-sewn raw edge appliqué, machine-sewn turn edge appliqué, hand-sewn needle turn appliqué. The book starts off with a detailed guide to the tools, materials and techniques you’ll need for the projects. Covering techniques including freezer paper appliqué, reverse appliqué, pulled thread appliqué, needle turn appliqué, iron on adhesive appliqué, the common stitches used for attaching the appliqué, hand quilting and free motion quilting. There are good step-by-step photos as well as written instructions to help you follow the steps required. The remainder of the book is project based, split into lessons, each project focusing on different skills. In the introduction to each project it tells you which skills you will practice when making the project. The colourful projects are divided into the 3 forms of applique mentioned above. The projects are mainly for the home – cushions, quilts, wall art, wall hangings etc as well as a few bags too. I especially liked the robot friends height chart and the Japanese wall art projects. The projects are easy to follow, detailed instructions, close up photos and best of all full-size templates at the back of the book, so no faffing around with resizing templates. You can also download them from bookmarkedhub.com if you don’t want to trace them from the book. If you are new to applique, by the end of this book you will have mastered several different ways to do it and will have ideas of how you can incorporate it into future projects. It is very beginner friendly, easy to follow and with handy tips scattered throughout the book. -- Fiona Pullen * The Sewing Directory *TV personality Sarah Payne takes a deep dive into the wonderful world of appliqué. Whether you're a novice of experienced sewist, this terrific title is sure to teach you a thing of two about both hand and machine appliqué. Filled with fun and accessible lessons, it features an array of clever needlework techniques, from reverse, raw-edge and turned-edge designs. School is back in session! * Sew Magazine *In her fun and practical introduction to the craft, well-known TV personality Sarah Payne leads us through a series of techniques to build up our skills. Packed with information and colourful projects, her book is a guide to hand and machine appliqué for all sewers and quilters. * Machine Knitting Monthly *This fun and practical primer leads readers through a series of hand and machine appliqué techniques. The opening section presents chapters on ‘Tools and Materials’ and a fully illustrated guide to ‘Basic Techniques’, which is a handy reference whatever appliqué project you are creating. This is followed by sections on ‘Machine-sewn raw-edged appliqué, ‘Machine-sewn turned-edge appliqué’ and ‘Hand-sewn appliqué’. The sections are divided into a series of lessons, each one presented as a step-by-step project featuring designs that build up your skills – full-size templates are provided. Items include cushions, home and fashion accessories and wall-hangings. An ideal introduction to appliqué, the colourful, up-to-date designs will appeal to those who like a more modern aesthetic. * The Quilter *After the success of her first book, Sarah Payne has now turned to applique. The techniques are divided into three sections - machine-sewn raw edge, machine-sew turned edge and hand-sewn applique. Each section has projects to practice the techniques. There is a comprehensive tools and materials section which covers equipment, threads and fabrics. The anatomy of fabric is a very useful section for beginners as is the section on waddings. The basic techniques follow next and it is certainly worth-wile reading through the different options. Attaching the shapes by wither machine of hand follow next, along with some commonly used embroidery stitches that can also be used. There is a useful page on designing your own shapes and then a short section on finishing your projects. There are sixteen projects which feature the different techniques. Most are smaller items such as pictures, cushions, runners with one or two smaller quilts. This is an excellent book on various applique techniques. Chosen as the British Patchwork and Quilting Book of the Month. -- British Patchwork & Quilting * British Patchwork & Quilting *Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 Tools and materials 8 Basic techniques 20 Machine-sewn raw-edged appliqué 44 Lesson 1: Perky parrot cushion 46 Lesson 2: Dog and cat feeding mats 50 Lesson 3: Robot friends height chart 56 Lesson 4: Japanese wall art 60 Lesson 5: Peacock wall hanging 63 Lesson 6: Farmyard play mat 70 Machine-sewn turned-edge appliqué 76 Lesson 7: Retro tote bag 78 Lesson 8: Heart cushion 82 Lesson 9: Orange peel table runner and placemats 87 Lesson 10: Harlequin bed runner 90 Lesson 11: Happy flowers quilt 95 Hand-sewn appliqué 102 Lesson 12: Vintage clutch bag 104 Lesson 13: Fabulous felt book cover 108 Lesson 14: Seaside wall art 111 Lesson 15: Scented pillow 114 Lesson 16: Baltimore-style wall hanging 118 Templates 124 Index 144

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Book SynopsisHave you heard of paper piecing and wanted to give it a go, but didn't know where to begin? Or are you a keen quilter looking to create intricate patchwork designs, but have struggled to create perfect, sharp shapes and corners? Then this is the book for you! Paper piecing involves stitching fabrics over paper templates, and allows you to create complex geometric designs easily. The book starts with the key materials and tools you need, followed by seven stunning contemporary designs, each demonstrating a new paper piecing technique. Every design features illustrated step-by-step instructions, and comes with 26 full-size templates for you to cut out and stitch on to right away. Once you’ve mastered the essential techniques, put your new skills into practice by making the seven gorgeous step-by-step sewing projects – from a pillow cover and a tote bag to a beautiful quilt – each of which can be adapted to include any of the paper piecing designs. This folder includes the instruction book, and a separate envelope containing the templates.Trade ReviewThis book is split into three parts; tutorial, designs and the projects. He has separated modern paper piecing from foundation paper piecing and suggested they are different methods with certain amount of overlap. [...] A simple tools and materials section is followed by the how to read a pattern section. The tutorial is next which takes you through each step [...] Designs are basic but cute, including a pencil, banana and an ice cream cone. Modern and simple. The projects supplied are smaller items; a pencil case, an apron, cushions and a box. * British Patchwork & Quilting *In his first book, The Crafty Gentleman's Guide to Modern Paper Piecing, self-confessed sewing addict and blogger Mike Aspinall shares all there is to know about paper piece quilt-making. The collection features seven stunning contemporary designs, each demonstrating a new technique. * Sew Magazine, February 2023 *If you've always wanted to master paper piecing, then you'll love this guide by Mike Aspinall, best known as The Crafty Gentleman. It features seven striking geometric designs, and 26 full-size templates for you to play with. You'll discover a range of essential methods for achieving perfect patchwork results, as well as how to make an array of beautiful projects, including a pillow cover, tote bag and quilt. * Sew Magazine *If you want to try paper piecing, but don't know where to begin, or struggle to create perfect, sharp shapes and corners, this is the book for you. By stitching fabrics over paper templates, you'll easily create complex geometric designs. Once you've mastered basic techniques, there are 26 full-size templates to cut out and stitch. Seven detailed step-by-step projects can be adapted to include any of the paper piecing designs. * Machine Knitting Monthly *Table of ContentsIntroduction, How to use this book, What is paper piecing?, Fabrics, Tools and equipment, Before you begin, Basic techniques Designs: Pencil, Ice cream, Rocket, Abstract, Banana, Monstera, Scissors Projects: Pencil case, Beach bag, Piped pillow, Planter cover, Wall art, Quilted throw, Apron Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisMaking toys, quilts, accessories and more is easy as anything with Easy Quilting for Kids. If your kids love crafting, then they'll love these 35 great projects that'll teach them all about quilting, sewing and patchwork. Every project has a difficulty level – 1, 2 or 3 – and comes with easy-to-read instructions and adorable, step-by-step artworks that will guide them along the way. All three chapters are packed full of projects they’ll want to make. Cool Clothes, Accessories and Bags includes a pretty patchwork corsage, an appliqué heart T-shirt and a felt hedgehog phone case. Kids will discover things for their room in Bedroom Bits, from a cuddly toy to an appliqué cushion and a summer quilt. Finally, they can craft sweet projects for their friends and family with Perfect Presents, such as a cute owl egg cosy, a colourful patchwork purse and a toadstool hot water bottle. The basic techniques section also covers every sewing and quilting technique they will need to know, so they’ll soon be the best quilter in town.

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Book SynopsisTechniques and projects for using shibori dyeing in textile art. Shibori is one of the world's richest textile traditions. Commonly associated with Japan, it is in fact a technique long used in Africa, India and South America. In this practical guide, textile artist Janice Gunner shows how to combine traditional Japanese, African and Indian shibori methods with contemporary techniques to create stunning textiles that are bursting with rich, intricate patterns and bold colour. Various techniques are covered – from tied and stitched designs to ideas for wrapping, folding, clamping, pleating and binding. Simple and safe instructions for a range of dyeing techniques are also included. Practical information is accompanied by clear instructions and diagrams, aimed at quilters, embroiderers and textile artists of all abilities. Stunning quilts and embroideries throughout demonstrate the full potential of the technique, alongside practical advice on turning your shibori textiles into beautiful quilts, hangings and textile art. Trade Review'Simple but practical, this is a great introduction to the creative potential of shibori' * Embroidery *

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