Quiltmaking, patchwork and appliqué Books

Book SynopsisPay tribute to The Stars and Stripes with patriotic quilts from Judy Martin. Features 16 new 2- or 3-colour quilts inspired by the 'Shakespeare in the Park Quilt' from her Creative Pattern Book.Trade ReviewAre you fascinated by the USA? Look no further – Red, White & Blue Star Quilts could be the book you've been waiting for. Designer Judy Martin introduces 16 jewel-toned quilts which incorporate classic blocks, such as the Rising and Evening stars. Whether it's a small and simple throw or beautiful bed quilt – every sewer who picks up this book will be spirited away to the land of opportunity in more ways than one! * Sew Magazine *

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Book SynopsisArt quilter Lisbeth James travels to inherit a family home in Texas. There, she finds family, love, and a wedding dress that inspires an unforgettable quilt. Family secrets, a second chance at love, and a stalkertrouble is right around the corner. Adopted as an infant, art quilter Lisbeth James has no clue about the family waiting for her. After her maternal grandmother dies, Lisbeth inherits the family home and travels to Texas to claim her inheritance. There, she finds long-lost family, a man who makes her heart flutter, a feeling she has not known since the passing of her ex-fiancé, and a hidden treasurea stunning wedding dress that inspires her to make a double wedding ring quilt. Yet beneath the newfound joy, she discovers a stalker and pieces of her past, she senses foul play in her ex-fiancé's seemingly accidental death. Weaves timeless themes cherished by readers of all ages: second chances, finding family, and new loveThe relatable main character, an avid quilter, stumbl

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Book SynopsisStay organized while on the go!Stow your stuff in these colourful zippered eco pouches and stay organized. Made from recycled plastic, the Carol Doak's Fabulous Stars & States Eco Pouch Set is tough enough to handle sharp quilting, sewing, and art tools. The large pouch features 50 paper-pieced stars based on the U.S States, and the small pouch features ten paper-pieced stars based on U.S National Parks. The stars are from Carol Doak's book 60 Fabulous Paper Pieced Stars. Set of two zip-top pouches: large 9.5 x 7 pouch and a small 8.5 x 5 pouchDurable, waterproof material is 100% recycled from plastic water bottlesRugged square-toothed zippers and boxed corners on the larger pouch for added stability

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Book SynopsisPerfect your patchwork with a visual, step-by-step guide to 21 popular quilt blocks. Piecing expert Patty Murphy shows you how with fail-proof techniques that can be used in all types of quilt designs, from traditional to modern. Say goodbye to patchwork problems like mismatched seams, blunt points, and too-small blocks, and learn to avoid common mistakes in sashings, borders, and bindings. Though mistakes happen to all of us, these easy techniques will help beginning and intermediate quilters achieve quiltmaking success every time.Trade ReviewI enjoy reviewing books from time to time and I choose the titles carefully; I only have limited shelf space and I want something I am going to use, not just coffee table inspiration (although I don't totally rule that out!). I saw Piecing Makeover by Patty Murphy and it's alluring strap line, 'Simple Tricks to Fine Tune Your Patchwork' and I had a feeling with my love of quilting tips it was going to be my kind of book... If like me you like finessing your piecing and learning new tricks to improve your piecing accuracy, this is the book for you. I'm not familiar with Patty but her blog is here is you want to read more about her. It's easy to read with a photo rich layout, so you can get up close with common piecing issues and be given common sense and easy solutions to those problems. Either work you way through it for a bit of everything or head straight for the contents page and choose a particular block or feature that you'd like to discover techniques for and read some common problems and their solutions. As a fan of piecing/quilting tips - as well as Pinterest boards I keep a photo folder of screen grabs of some of the best I see online - I did wonder if there would be sufficient new stuff for me but yes, there definitely is. Patty's advice is knowledgable but not judgemental or dogmatic, e.g. in the basics section at the start of the book, the age old pressing seams debate is addressed in bullet points. Some quilters like to be told- definitely press one way/open etc. but I feel the decision needs to be based on many factors- fabric colour, bulk, the sort of quilting that will be used etc. so I agree with Patty, firstly you need to know what the different options are and then "Overtime you will learn to anticipate the best way to press a block and think it through before you start". I wanted to test a new tip on a project so I plumped for half triangle piecing. I had some cushions in mind using some souvenir fabrics bought in Amsterdam on a summer holiday plus some stash fabrics and the only way I had thought for piecing large half-rectangle triangles was hand drawn paper piecing templates on very large paper- I was planning on making 18" square cushions so larger than A4/letter paper allows. Patty suggests a method and I carefully followed her with some test fabrics. Like many of you I'm sure, I often have a mental block when working with diagonals so I referred constantly to the photographs, made sure my diagonals ran the same way and it worked a treat. It is still a tricky shape; once the block is pieced it needs trimming down and I put washi tape on my ruler to help with this as you can't line the ruler with the 45 degree diagonal line like you would with a half-square triangle. I'm working my way through this book. The pictures are large and there isn't too much text on the page so I find it a great book to read whilst sitting on my bed and I mark pages with post-it notes or commit tips to memory. As you can see, the Problem-Diagnosis-Solution concept repeats all the way through the book. In amongst the various advice there are some great rescue remedies for that moment when you think you've really messedup. Sometimes those moments create the defining feature of a quilt although it doesn't tend to feel like that when you realise your border fabric is 4" too short or you've trimmed a block a little too much. Full review and images: http://verykerryberry.blogspot.co.uk/2016/10/piecing-makeover-patty-murphy-book.html * Very Kerry Berry *Traditional and modern designs for blocks with flawless construction. Step-by-step photos help beginners and intermediate quilters achieve perfection in quilt blocks. No more mis-matched seams. These professional tricks will fine-tune your patchwork and keep your lines in line. It's true sadly, that as a beginner quilter, I had mis-matched seams and would get frustrated that my blocks did not match up. It happens. This book will solve your problems and boost your confidence. The contents are: Tools, Cutting and Sewing, Pressing, Building Blocks, Classic and Modern Favourites, Putting It All Together. From cutting perfect strips, to tips I wish I'd known when I started quilting. This book is a perfect primer to make your patchwork perfect. * YarnsandFabrics.co.uk *Wow this book is packed with everything you should know that will help you as a quilter. The book helps you with some basic techniques and how to solve common problems. It gives you what you need to know to build a foundation of skills that can be applied to your quilt making. Even if you feel that you are already quite good at quilting I am sure you will find information and skills that will help you perfect your techniques. The pictures are large and clear so you will easily be able to see what you should be doing. This is the kind of book I like to read through and mark off the things that are important to me. Then I will be using it to jog my memory as I get to each part of making my quilt. There are so many solutions to different problems when you are quilting. You will not believe the amount of information held within. Whilst it takes you through different techniques it also takes you through making different blocks. It shows you step-by-step how to make each block and how to make it in different formats. I love the fact that it even takes you through how to cut the fabric to create the different blocks as well as how to sew them together. As a newbie to quilting this book is fantastic. So much information that you will use on every quilt you will make. * Crochet Addict UK *Table of ContentsPreface How to Use This Book Basic Tools Cutting and Sewing The 1/4" Seam Easing in Seams Prewashing FabricYes or No? How to Avoid a V" When Cutting Strips] Pressing Pressing vs. Ironing Setting the Seam Whether to Use Steam Open or Closed? Furling Seams Building Blocks Strip Piecing Four-Patch Blocks Nine-Patch Blocks Half-Square Triangles Quarter-Square Triangles Flying Geese Blocks Classic Favorites Dutchman's Puzzle Log Cabin Square in a Square Pinwheels Sawtooth Star Ohio Star Ocean Waves LeMoyne Star Modern Favorites Sewing with Narrow Strips Drunkard's Path Bear Claw Half-Square Rectangles Equilateral Triangles Hexagons Diamonds Kansas Dugout Putting It All Together Squaring Your Blocks Coping Strips Sashings Setting Triangles Border Issues Bias Binding About the Author

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Book SynopsisCombining timeless, classic quilts with modern fabrics, this offers a beautiful collection of quilting patterns for those who love tradition with a contemporary touch. Featuring 12 jelly roll quilt patterns that are beginner-friendly and use a selection of today’s pre-cut strips, you can lose the stress and just get quilting! With helpful opening sections on quilting and jelly roll basics, you’ll then discover a dozen classic quilt projects featuring beloved designs – from flying geese and half hexies to lone star, pyramids, and more – using up-to-date fabrics. Most quilts are made using Creative Grids® rulers and quilting tools with shortcuts for cutting and piecing also provided, all of which make the process easier and more rewarding. With this guide, you’ll quilt beloved, classic designs while taking the guesswork out of selecting and combining fabrics and opt for modern pre-cut jelly roll fabrics.

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Book SynopsisThis is a must-have book for beginners and advanced quilters that includes 15 new charted patterns, also known as pixel or grid quilting, including a single heart, swan, Christmas tree, potted flower, and butterfly pattern. All the designs can be made with the traditional nine-patch block, one of the first and easiest blocks that novice quilters master. By following the color and placement charts using nine patches of varying sizes, quilters can take a pixelated approach to create their own unique novelty quilts. Nothing will keep quilters of all skill levels from tackling any of these designs, and they can even sprinkle in some additional block designs within their nine-patch grids. Depending on the fabric a quilter chooses, these charted designs can take on a modern spin or a traditional one. Author Jo Ann Lepore also offers professional advice on choosing tools, fabrics, and other materials. Quilters will love this super approachable guide to creating beautiful, pieced quilts.

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Book SynopsisJoin a trio of quilting experts as they show you how youcan infuse a more modern aesthetic into your quilts.  Authors Kiley Ferons, Megan Saenz, and ElyseThompson present 20 quilting projects featured in the pages of Modish Quilter from small projects for the home and quilted wall hangings to statement-makingbed quilts each piece celebrates the trend of modern quilt design.  Each project includes full-size or easilyresizable templates, step-by-step instructions including materials lists,fabric requirements, and pattern guidelines. Smaller quilt projects such as accents pillows allow you to strengthenyour skills as you progress towards larger, more design intensive designs.  Whether new or an experienced quilter, you'llappreciate the call-out sections and tutorials for specialized quilting skills andtechniques including couching, rope sewing, English paper piecing, applique,and how to make specific traditional blocks. 

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Book SynopsisFrom the best-selling author of Block Genius, this expanded and revised edition contains new smaller blocks for miniature quilts, new quilt settings, new sampler quilt patterns, and even a "create your own block" technique! Featuring 300 pieced quilt blocks that can be made into 1001 blocks, plus helpful tips to create even more blocks with easy math in a user-friendly chart format - you'll become a Quilt Block Genius! Author, sewist, photographer, and editor Sue Voegtlin wrote, sewed, photographed, and "did the math" for Block Genius, which has been used as a beginner quilting teaching book. Quilt Block Genius continues the process of creating different sized blocks for countless possibilities.

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Book SynopsisZakka is a Japanese design aesthetic that combines usefulness with beauty and style. In this book, Sedef Imer has created a collection of simple, pretty, and handy projects inspired by the art of Zakka to help organise and beautify your home. Suitable for all levels of sewists, you will be inspired by these fun and easy-to-sew projects that will brighten and adorn your home.

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Book Synopsis A special, limited edition of the best-selling title The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebookto mark the 20th anniversary, with a brand new chapter. Dive into the mesmerizing world of this traditional Japanese stitching technique and create timeless textile art. Discover the enchanting world of sashiko and explore the rich history, intricate patterns, and the essential techniques required to create this unique style of embroidery. This beautiful practical guide covers: ? The fascinating origins and cultural significance of sashiko, revealing its function for making clothes warmer and more durable. ? Step-by-step guidelines for how to get started, from selecting materials to mastering the stitching. ? Over 100 traditional patterns, allowing you to become a true expert. ? Inspiring project ideas and an immersive gallery showcasing the beauty of the art form. ? A brand new section featuring 12 sashiko designs and instructions for one new project. Susan Briscoe, an experienced sashiko teacher, discovered the wonders of the approach during her visits to Japan. She learned from local experts, immersed herself in the craft, and shared her passion through exhibitions and teaching. Susan brings her unrivalled expertise and contagious enthusiasm to help you embark on your own sashiko adventure.

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Book SynopsisYou will be inspired when you see the variety of designs and fabrics you can combine to make irresistible children’s quilts. Fun and whimsical, warm and cuddly, or sweet as can be, there is a design in this book that will fit the personality of your child or grandchild to the tee. Make a quilt for each child, or create just for the joy of giving to your favorite fund-raising charity. Either way, both you and the child will have an everlasting memory of the wonderful quilt you created. Children will love the quilts made from this book. Whimsical themed fabrics with animals, race cars, bugs and colorful shapes will intrigue and delight each child who receives the quilt. Sized just right for child’s beds, cribs and your favorite rocking chair, you will see the happiness in their eyes when you wrap them up in these special quilts. Written for both beginner and experienced quilters, the book features full color photos, step-by-step instructions and drawings that will guide you through each step of the quilting process. 'Great ideas, adaptable designs and lots of fun.' www.yarnsandfabrics.co.ukTrade ReviewMake quilts for kids from a gift for a newborn to toddlers. These designs can be made in a day. The sampler quilt is a beginner's project using many of the blocks in the book in one design. You could just as easily keep repeating certain blocks or add more blocks that you know to vary the design. Baby Blocks is an even simpler beginner's quilt, Bugs is similar and Baby Bricks is simple enough and very effective. Here's My Heart is classed as beginner's but with its two-blocks plus borders, I thought that this on was moving up to an intermediate skill level. Both this, Nine-Patch and Critters use triangles. Chevron is another I thought would be better classed as intermediate. It is probably my favourite quilt in the book, but also seems aimed at a much older teenager, if not adult. Check This, and Let's Go are two more beginner's quilts. Call of the Wild is based on strip blocks alternating with squares. Around The Block is also an effective way of using up strips. The instructions are clear, with great photos of the finished quilts and step-by-step line drawings of construction. Great ideas, adaptable designs and lots of fun. * yarnsandfabrics.co.uk *September/October 2014 You will be inspired when you see the variety of designs and fabrics you can combine to make irresistible children's quilts. Fun and whimsical, warm and cuddly, or sweet as can be, there is a design in this book that will fit the personality of your child or grandchild to the tee. Make a quilt for each child, or create just for the joy of giving to your favourite fund-raising charity. Either way, both you and the children will have an everlasting memory of the wonderful quilt you created. Children will love the quilts made from this book. Whimsical themed fabrics with animals, race cars, bugs and colourful shapes will intrigue and delight each child who receives the quilt. Sized just right for child's beds, cribs and your favourite rocking chair, you will see the happiness in their eyes when you wrap them up in these special quilts. Written for both beginner and experienced quilters, the book features full colour photos, step-by-step instructions and drawing that will guide you through each step of the quilting process. * Workbox *Table of Contents* 12 captivating design techniques allow you to choose your style, add your colors, and create the perfect quilt to keep or give as a gift * Add fun to your quilts with these kid friendly designs. Choose whimsical fabrics and watch everyone's face light up when they see the very special quilts you made just for them * Step-by-step instructions, full-color photos, and clear drawings guide you through each block technique. General instructions cover tips and secrets to cutting, piecing and finishing the quilt like a pro

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Book SynopsisHelps to learn how to create the stunning heirloom quilt that has been picking up prizes around the world, while learning more than 30 sewing machine techniques in the process.Table of ContentsAnyone with a mid-range sewing machine can achieve all the techniques in this book Eagerly awaited by quilt industry experts who know Pauline's work and are confident of the project's success

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Book SynopsisAuthor Antonie Alexander's quirky, vibrant quilts are designed with matching softies -- portable, loveable buddies -- that not only coordinate with the quilt, but carry the warmth and comfort of your own special room wherever they go.Trade Review"This delightfully fun book offers a range of project quilts... Basic applique, quilting and finishing instructions help you piece together a cheerful treat." --Make It Today Magazine "This whimsical book offers 10 kid-theme quilts and at least one soft toy to go with each. Each project comes with step-by-step instructions, and the book provides general quilt-and toy-making basics." --American Quilt Retailer

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Book SynopsisLearn how to quilt in six easy lessons with this superb illustrated guide to fabrics, tools and techniques. Four simple projects allow beginners to practice their newfound skills. Perfect for the first-time quilter, First-Time Quiltmaking, New Edition is also great for introductory quilting classes. Six simple lessons include beginning basics, preparing the fabric, sewing accurate seams, assembling the quilt top, making the quilt sandwich, and finishing the quilt. This new edition includes two brand-new patterns using pre-cut fabrics that are so popular with quilters—they make quick-to-finish projects even quicker.

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Book SynopsisThis remarkable book features fifty quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, some of which were presented on Barbara’s blog in 2011. Many of these blocks weren’t designed until the 1930s, but Barbara selected each one for the unique symbolism its name lends to recounting stories of the war during the mid-1800s. Dig into those prized reproduction fabrics and enjoy mixing and matching blocks to make your own tribute quilt. Images of sampler quilts are included for inspiration. * Journey through this historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian * Learn more about Civil War women through this special compilation of quilt block patterns, combined with period photos and first-person accounts * Choose from a variety of pieced or appliquéd blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes (8” and 12”)Trade ReviewIf you are a history buff like some of us here, along with quilting, Barbara Brackman introduced the Civil War Sampler: 50 Quilt Blocks with Stories from History coming out from C&T. The blocks and possibilities are endless and have appear on her blog but you can get them and the history in her book. Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting, 11/15/12 Each week throughout 2011, renowned quilt historian Barbara Brackman posted instructions for making a patchwork block on her blog to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the start of the American Civil War. Although the blocks were traditional, most had been published in the 1930s in newspapers such as the Chicago Tribune and the Kansas City Star-not many actually dated from the Civil War era. But Barbara uses the symbolism of the block names and words taken from the diaries and journals of the time to acknowledge the war's events and honour those who lived through them. The series became extremely popular, and Barbara was encouraged to package them, along with a few new features, in this book. She provides instructions for cutting the fabric to make both 8 in and 12 in blocks, a diagram to help you construct it, photographs of the block made in two different colourways, and a historical note that explains the significance of its name. There aren't detailed step-by-step instructions for making a quilt from all 50 blocks-that's up to your imagination. Australian Homespun Magazine, April 2013 Here is an opportunity to learn more about the lives of Civil War women and travel through this period of American history with this special compilation of 50 quilt block patterns, combined with period photographs and first-person accounts. Choose from a variety of pieced or appliqued blocks, each shown in two colorways with instructions for assembling two sizes, 8" and 12" blocks. Look out for the display of Foxy Quilters, Barnsley, which are based on Barbara Brackman's Civil War Sampler. The quilts will be touring the quilt shows this autumn with Grosvenor Shows at Harrogate, Edinburgh, Malvern and Duxford. Fabrications Quilting For You, April/May 2013 This is another stunning book from quiltmaker and historian Barbara Brackman. The book is based on the blog she ran in 2011, publishing one quilt block a week and sharing one personal account linked to the American Civil War as 2011 was the 150th anniversary of the start of that conflict. The book contains 50 blocks and each one has a personal recount of an interesting historical piece or both, some relating to the blocks and all relating to the war. There are cutting and piecing instructions to make all of the blocks as either 8 in or 12 in and each block is shown in at least two colour variations. This is another lovely book of Barbara's to add to the collection. Australian Quilters Companion, July 2013

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Book SynopsisTravel to an exotic land with timeless designs inspired by Turkish Iznik tiles from the Ottoman Empire. Bursting with flora and organic symmetry, the book’s exquisite fusible appliqué projects will take your breath away. Your journey begins with the basics—choosing the right fabric, thread, and needles for hand-stitched or machine appliqué. Newer or busy quilters can start with table runners or bags and work their way up to Tamsin Harvey’s stunning master quilts. Location photography enhances 8 patterns that effortlessly go from ancient places to contemporary spaces.Trade ReviewNovember/December 2015 Travel to an exotic land with timeless designs inspired by Turkish Iznik tiles from the ottoman empire. Bursting with flora and organic symmetry the book's exquisite fusible applique projects will take your breath away. Your journey begins with the basics- choosing the right fabric, threads, and needles for hand stitched or machine applique. Newer or busy quilters can start with table runners or bags and work their way up to Tamsin Harvey's stunning master quilts. Location photography enhances 8 patterns that effortlessly go from ancient places to contemporary spaces. * Workbox *Table of ContentsDedication and Acknowledgments Introduction Photo Gallery of the Projects Getting Started Sewing Machine Sewing Machine Feet Sewing Machine Stitch Threads to Use on a Sewing Machine Sewing Machine Tension Sewing Machine Needles Hand Sewing Supplies General Sewing Supplies Fabric Selection Batting Fusible Web Fabric Quantities Working in Sections General Information How-to Instructions Transfer of Applique Design Tracing Designs onto Tracing Paper Tracing Designs onto Fusible Web Cutting Out Designs and Placement Positioning the Design Using Tracing Paper Fusing Multi Piece Flowers Machine Applique Machine Applique: Corners Machine Applique: Inside V" Angles Quiltmaking Basics: How to Finish Your Quilt Pressing the Seam Allowance Mitering the Borders Pinning the Quilt Machine Quilting Basics Binding the Quilt Projects Gelibolu Bag Sultan's Cushions and Bed Scarf Nicaea Table Runner Eyup Table Runner Blue Cini Topkapi The Peacock Istanbul Supplies and Resources List Bibliography Tile Photo Locations in Turkey About the Author

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Book SynopsisDesign a completely unique quilt using a library of over 6,000+ blocks with the Electric Quilt 8 Quilt Design Software. Electric Quilt 8 (EQ8) is the most user-friendly quilt design software on the market! It's redesigned from previous versions with a friendly new look that includes large interface elements for faster, more intuitive learning. EQ8 comes with more than 40 new and updated features, including thousands of new block designs and fabrics. With EQ8, you can design your own quilts using the 6,000+ included blocks and fabrics (or add your own!). Print your fabric yardage, rotary-cutting charts, templates, or foundation patterns and sew your unique masterpiece! In EQ8, you can Design quilts at any size – Start with a layout from the library, or choose a pre-designed Quick Quilt project for instant inspiration. For complete control, design your layout from scratch! Draw block patterns of all sizes and styles – EQ8 has full drawing capabilities to create any kind of block. Draft your block from scratch, use the built-in grids or import a photo or sketch to trace. The Block Library is full of over 6,000 pre-drawn designs ready for you to use in your quilt designs. Use these blocks as they are, or edit them to add your own touch. Scan and import fabric – Scan your fabric or take a picture of it, then import the image into EQ8. Use the scaling, straightening and cropping tools to make sure your fabric looks as accurate as possible. You can also add fabrics from the web! The EQ8 Fabric Library comes pre-loaded with 6,200 fabrics from top manufacturers! Calculate yardage – Get yardage estimates for your quilt, including borders! You choose the appropriate fabric width to get the most accurate requirements. Using fat quarters? No problem! If you make changes to your quilt, your yardage automatically updates. Print patterns – Print patterns for the blocks in your quilt. EQ8 uses the sizes you defined for the blocks and adds the seam allowance, where necessary. Choose to print templates, foundation patterns, rotary cutting charts and pictures of your blocks and quilts. Export images – Are you submitting your quilt design to a magazine? EQ8 exports high-resolution images perfect for print publications. Export web images to post on your blog, website or on social media. Link your Facebook account to EQ8 so you can easily share images of your designs with your friends and followers. The EQ8 package contains a software download licence. The licence is used to claim, download and install the software from ElectricQuilt.com. Users can choose the Mac or PC version during the claim process. Complete instructions are included. System Requirements: Minimum System Requirements DISCLAIMER: EQ8 will not run on Chromebooks or any devices running Android or iOS. EQ8 requires Windows or Mac operating systems, as listed below. Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, or Windows 7 with Service Pack 1 macOS Monterey (12), Big Sur (11) Intel and M1 processors, Catalina (10.15), Mojave (10.14), High Sierra (10.13) If you want to run EQ8 on BOTH platforms, you must purchase the EQ8 Migration Kit to get the installation files for the second platform. Internet Access Required Internet access required for downloading, activating, periodic validation and accessing the support materials. You can be disconnected from the internet for general use of the software. Activation Unlimited installations. Two (2) computers may be simultaneously active. Activations can be easily transferred between computers. Activations are done through electricquilt.com Space Requirements 850 MB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation. Recommended Resolution Screen resolution of 1280 x 1024 or greater. (A Minimum of 1024 x 768 is required).Trade ReviewHonestly EQ8 has blown me away, it does so much more than I thought it could and I haven’t even had time to explore all the features yet! This review took me many more hours than expected as I kept finding new exciting things to do with it. Like the serendipity tool that lets you merge blocks together, tilt them, frame them, create kaleidoscopes with them etc, the photo editing tools, the ability to draw your own blocks from scratch, the masses of existing blocks to choose from and edit should you choose. I feel like months, or even years down the line you would still be discovering cool new things you can do with this software when designing quilts and blocks. Like with most software it takes time to get to grips with it and explore its full potential but there are plenty of resources to help you the quick start guide that comes with it, the free online classes, their YouTube channel and website, the Facebook group and the supporting books you can purchase. If you like to design your own quilts EQ8 will certainly help you take that to the next level. -- Fiona Pullen * The Sewing Directory *

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Book SynopsisA pick-your-own-style quilt book featuring 30+ quilt blocks, 8 quilt top layout formulas, and all the math done for you so you can focus on creating your own design!In this design-it-yourself quilt book, the quilter is in the driver’s seat, empowering you to decide what size, layout, and combinations of blocks you want to use to create your own one-of-a-kind quilt. Unlike a traditional book of quilt patterns, this book does not prescribe a design. Instead, Quilting Adventures gives you a range of block options that all work together so that you can pick and choose and mix and match those blocks to create your own unique design. The book encourages and supports you, the quilter, as you explore designing your own pattern, providing all the tedious legwork (a.k.a. the math) so that you can focus on creating a final design that is all your own. In addition there will also be a suite of pre-designed patterns as inspiration for anyone who prefers a little extra structure to start. Quilting Adventures includes:• 30+ modern quilt block designs• 8 quilt top layout formulas• 9 patterns that you can follow or use to help inspire your own design• All the math & worksheets you need to get started• Instructions that are easy to follow for beginners and advanced beginnersWhether you're a beginning quilter or an experienced maker looking for a fun, new challenge, Quilting Adventures will give you the confidence to create beautiful, modern quilts that are uniquely your own.Trade Review"Amanda shares her journey into quilting and some of her challenges, which will connect with the reader. This book is ideal and should be used as a part of your process because it provides all that you need to create your quilt." —Vernita Naylor for Readers' Favorite"Quilting Adventures is not your average quilt block book. Amanda provides readers with the creative freedom and confidence to think outside of the block (pun intended), and design and make their own, one-of-a-kind quilt top compositions. The clear, step-by-step instructions and quilt math all worked out makes this the perfect book for those that are feeling adventurous and thinking of dipping their toes into quilt design, and for seasoned quilters and designers that want to put something unique effortlessly."–Wendy Chow, author of Urban Quilting

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Book SynopsisWith its three grid styles (1/4, 1/4 diagonal, and isometric), our graph paper provides a reliable foundation for designing and planning your quilting projects. The perfect graph paper for planning quilts and general craft projects

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Book SynopsisTurn fat quarters into gorgeous quilts! A great resource for quilters, especially beginners, fat quarters are bundles of colorful, coordinating fabrics so all of the “choosing” is already done for them! Fat Quarter Quilt Club features 12 quilt patterns and step-by-step projects using these convenient bundles, plus insightful details on how to choose fabrics and colors to use in your quilt projects and essential quilting techniques. Also included are clear explanations for special treatments and techniques, from custom ruler work, free motion quilting, straight-line quilting, and more. Stephanie Soebbing is the owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous and the Fat Quarter Shop where she provides a fat quarter subscription service for quilters. She is also the best-selling author of Super Simple Quilts for the Modern Home

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Book SynopsisLearn to make beautiful quilts in only 5 minutes with this clever one-seam technique. Get 12 great projects for making quilts, wall hangings, and table runners, with color photographs and detailed step-by-step instructions.

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Book SynopsisThis book is perfect for the new Electric Quilt 8 (EQ8) quilting design software user. The step-by-step lessons guide the reader through the basic tasks of drawing blocks, importing fabric scans and designing quilts. Lessons are easy to follow and cover all the basics of the software. Print patterns and yardage charts, learn to make quilt labels, design traditional and modern quilts, and have fun along the way! EQ8 has a fresh new look so this book is ideal for owners of previous versions of EQ. The exercises will steer the user through EQ8, demonstrating new features and uncovering old features that were hidden in previous versions of EQ. This is a must-have book for any EQ8 user!Table of ContentsIntroduction: Getting Started with EQ8 Chapter 1: Learning the EQ8 Basics Lesson 1: Basics of the Quilt Worktable, Lesson 2: Basics of the Block Worktable, Lesson 3: Basics of the Image Worktable Chapter 2: Quilt Worktable Lesson 1: Understanding Layers in EQ, Lesson 2: Creating a Custom Quilt Layout from Scratch, Lesson 3: Creating a Custom Quilt from a Block, Lesson 4: Making a Quilt Label, Lesson 5: Using Pre-designed Quilt Labels, Lesson 6: Making a T-Shirt Quilt Chapter 3: Block Worktable Lesson 1: PolyDraw Basics for Pieced Blocks, Lesson 2: Eight Point Star Grid and the Polyline Tool, Lesson 3: Drawing Arcs with the PolyArc Tool, Lesson 4: Drawing Basics for Applique Blocks, Lesson 5: Applique Motif vs. Applique Block Chapter 4: Important to Know – Yet Just for Fun Lesson 1: Creating Blocks with Serendipity, Lesson 2: Searching for Blocks by Categeory, Lesson 3: Searching for Fabrics by Color, Lesson 4: Understanding Rotary Cutting Charts in EQ, Lesson 5: Creating Your Own Default Project, Homework Index

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Book SynopsisDeal yourself a quilt challenge with these delightful blocks to create dynamic quilts. The follow up to the best-selling Quilt Builder Card Deck, this second set of cards is perfect to spur your creativity with quilt blocks. Great activity for groups, quilting bees, and guilds distribute a card to each person and have them make the block.

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Book SynopsisQuilter Sarah Hibbert finds inspiration in the everyday objects around her. Her unique approach includes using readily available, recyclable materials for paper collage, then she uses this design as the springboard for her quilts. From Collage to Quilt is the first craft book of its kind, detailing how to create a paper collage and turn it into a quilt. Sarah incorporates found objects, such as card stock, pages from magazines, and even canned food labels, into her collages which then go on to form the design inspiration for her incredible quilts. The result is stunning, and, with 15 projects to try, you can create your own masterpiece! Sarah's work is incredibly artistic, and soon, you’ll be able to execute one-of-a-kind designs at home.

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Book SynopsisHmong story cloths provide a visual documentation of the historical and cultural legacy of the Hmong people from the country of Laos. The Hmong first began making the story cloths during their time in refugee camps, and featured here are 48 vibrant story cloths that provide a comprehensive look at their lives and culture. The creation of a story cloth begins with the selection of fabric and images outlined onto the fabric. Long satin stitches of multi-colored threads fill in the image, while details are applied with intricate satin stitches and borders pieced together and hand-stitched. Topics include history, traditional life in Laos, Hmong New Year, folk tales, and neighboring people. The quality and diversity of content of the story cloths build upon one another to provide a holistic understanding of the Hmong culture and history. Augmented with personal stories and artifacts, this book is perfect for history buffs and textile artisans alike.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This lavishly illustrated text presents a showcase of the diversity of modern art quilting... the interviews give a fascinating glimpse into the inspirations, challenges and working methods of a variety of textile artists" - The Quilter, Winter 2018

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Book SynopsisA collection that features 21 bags produced from 13 basic designs, specifically with quilters in mind. It also includes information on fabric selection, secure fastenings, and comfortable carrying straps and handles. Each bag is shown with variations in colourways or adapted for a different purpose, to inspire quilters to take the designs further.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Using this book; 1 Quilters' Portfolio; 2 Tuck-in Shoulder Bag; 3 Quilter's Pocket Book; 4 Crazy Patchwork Pouch; 5 Pudding Bag; 6 Camera Satchel; 7 Luscious Berry Bag; 8 Log Cabin Saddlebag; 9 Secret Pocket Sack; 10 Batik Bottle Tidy; 11 Tringle Rucksack; 12 Bollywood Handbag; 13 Starry Backpack; Equipment and Materials; Patchwork & Quilting Techniques; Bag Making Techniques; Stitch Library; Fabric Themes; Block Library; Suppliers; Acknowledgments; Index.

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Book SynopsisImportant 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.

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Book SynopsisMix and match your favourite house and village blocks to create an inviting neighbourhood with the small, cosy details of daily life. From the town hall to a country cabin, and the fire station to the village church, this quaint community is ready to welcome you home! Stitch a full-size quilt or four-block wallhanging from the full-size patterns and applique borders. Special embroidery and applique tips and techniques let you personalise your neighbourhood. With instructions for both hand and machine applique in this pattern pack, you can choose your favourite method and get stitching right away!Trade ReviewCreate a village. Unleash your creativity, create 9 different quilt blocks to applique and embroider. These cozy village quilt blocks feature typical buildings found in a village - cottage, church, houses, town hall and fire station, all surrounded by greenery. You could follow the exact instructions provided or adapt the blocks to reflect the place where you live and create a neighbourhood quilt. There are instructions to make a 9-block quilt, a 4-block wall hanging and applique borders plus tips and tricks. Mix and match blocks or add your own for endless ideas and personal quilts. Enjoy and start your neighbourhood quilt today. The instructions are provided in a booklet with full size patterns. It's an excellent idea to get together with other quilters in your area and create a community quilt. Recommended. yarnsandfabrics.co.uk, 3/2/2016

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Book SynopsisKim Schaefer is back with even more ways to infuse your home with fresh color and modern flair. Her new designs are innovative and irresistible in this follow-up to Cozy Modern Quilts. Whether you're a new sewer or a dedicated quilter, you'll love how easy and fun these quilts are to make…and you'll love the dent these projects put in your stash even more! • 20 brand new quilts with an impressive variety of colorways and styles • Choose from lap quilts, wallhangings, or runners to cheer up your space or whip up for a gift • Straight-line piecing with squares and rectangles makes it quick; bright, bold fabrics make it sophisticatedTrade ReviewInnovative, simply-constructed designs made from two simple shapes, a square and a rectangle, give you a great opportunity to use up your stash. Or use exciting new fabrics to create cozy lap quilts, wall quilts and runners. Modern Quilts Unlimited, 11/1/12

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Book SynopsisImagine making more than one quilt at a time while watching your stash dwindle. Sounds too good to be true, but it’s not. Join Bonnie K. Hunter as she shows you how to get your scraps organised into usable sizes – and save money, fabric, thread and time. In this, the long-awaited sequel to Adventures with Leaders and Enders, find 12 more scrap quilts that can be pieced in between the lines of other sewing. Each is sure to inspire you to dig into your stash and start piecing.Trade ReviewI am a huge fan of Bonnie's technique. By using the start and the end of the fabric you are already sewing together you can create amazing quilts. The other brilliant thing is it isn't going to take you any extra time to get all the pieces prepared. The thing I also love about Bonnie's books is that you get patterns so that if you are not sure how to put your quilt together you don't need to worry. Bonnie's designs mean that no matter you colour of fabric you'll be able to put one of the designs together. The designs run from more traditional designs to ones with a more modern twist. This book will not only teach you Bonnie's technique it will inspire and motivate you. The templates aren't included but most of the designs use basic squares, triangles etc that you would normally make anyway. Scraps of fabric lying around will be a thing of the past. You'll be surprised how quickly you can make up quilt's from the squares etc. you have made. I truly believe Bonnie's technique of using leaders and enders is a one that all quilters should learn about! http://www.crochetaddictuk.com/2015/12/more-adventures-with-leaders-and-enders.html -- Crochet Addict UK

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Book Synopsis16 stunning home decor projects that you can make in a weekend!

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Book SynopsisTell captivating stories in fabric and thread! Acclaimed quilting artist Jennifer Day invites you to create realistic portrait quilts with thread painting. Turn your own photos of people and animals into one-of-a-kind story quilts, as you learn to masterfully stitch in the details. This step-by-step visual guide takes you from photo selection to editing, printing on fabric, thread painting, and free-motion quilting. With just a home sewing machine, quilters of all experience levels can capture and quilt life’s precious memories. Step-by-step visual guide to realistic portrait quilts, using your home sewing machine Print your own photos on fabric and tell one-of-a-kind thread stories Thread painting techniques anyone can apply to get that WOW! factor From award-winning quilter, artist, and teacher Jennifer DayTrade ReviewDay's photo-realistic quilts have been displayed at national and international quilt shows, museums, and the UN in Geneva. Her technique, which uses machine-sewn thread painting on top of a photograph printed on canvas, yields extraordinary detail and surprising texture. The author takes quilters through the various steps of her process, from selecting, editing, and preparing a photograph to printing on fabric to techniques for stitching a variety of details, including eyes, hair, and skin. Unfortunately, there are a number of unanswered questions, since Day jumps from the basics of preparing to thread paint directly to working with intricate details. This may leave beginners floundering as they try to figure out where and how to begin. A gallery of work from Day's students complements the numerous samples of the author's own work. VERDICT Day's quilts are inspiring, but the complexity of her techniques may be overwhelming, especially to quilters new to these methods. This distinct book is best suited to people with some background in machine-based thread painting. Library Journal, July 23, 2015 Many of us have seen thread painting and have marvelled at the level of realism achieved. Now here is your chance to learn how to do it. All the basics are covered, such as the photo to choose, how to print and the threads to use. No special equipment is required, because the stitching is done on a regular sewing machine. The devil, they say, is in the detail, and Jennifer provides that detail to ensure the finished product is true to the original. The book has step-by-step help and guidance, so you don't have to be particularly experience to be able to achieve a great picture. Down Under Textiles, Issue 25Table of ContentsIntroduction: Quilts Are Stories Photographs That Tell a Story Elements of a Great Photo Editing the Photo Tools and Supplies Sewing Machine Free-Motion Presser Foot Printable Paper-Backed Fabric Canvas Batting Scissors and Thread Snips Ruler Backing and Binding Fabric Threads! Gutermann Thread Precencia Thread Isacord Embroidery Thread Silk Thread Variegated Thread Photographs and Cameras Environmental Portraits Cropping Digital Cameras and Image Size Copyright Pixels, Megapixels, Resolution, PPI, and DPI Using Photo-editing Software to Prepare Your Photos Make Your Photo the Best It Can Be Posterization More Posterization Examples Printing on Fabric Types of Fabric Sizes of Fabric Poster Printing Getting Started Making a Quilt Sandwich Blending is Key Stitching Direction The Eyes Have It The Iris The Whites Stitching the Eyes Highlights Eyelashes Blending Skin Tones Auditioning Threads Starting the Blending Process Elisha (Diverse Skin Tones) Judy (Older Skin) Texture Lips Eyes Carson (Youth) Hair Dark Hair Streaks of Light White and Gray Hair Blondes Hands Elderly Hands Young Hands Clothing Using Free-motion Quilting Completely Covering in Thread Applique Combination Pet Portraits Taking the Perfect Pet Portrait Eyes Mouth Fur Whiskers Birds Free-motion Quilting Choosing a Free-motion Design Correcting Mistakes Don't Bee Too Hard On Yourself Using Applique Cutting to Remove Bubbles Covering Over White Dots The Flip Side Portrait Artists Barbara McKie Jayne Bently Gaskins Laura Rocke... //fill in later Student work Additional Jennifer Day Quilts Resources About the Author

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Book SynopsisKaffe Fassett's fabrics, with their trademark range of colourways in each pattern, are the perfect choice for his 20 different patchwork cushions in this book. He has created a cornucopia of eye-catching designs, with something for every style and for every level of patchwork skill, using both his sumptuous florals and his neat geometric prints to great effect.

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