Description
Book SynopsisA medallion quilt has a large block in the middle, then a series of small blocks pieced into strips to form a thin border. Typically medallion quilts can have eight or more different borders, each one needing to fit perfectly around the previous one. The maths involved in making these quilts can be a challenge. Author, Erin Burke Harris takes all the maths out of medallion-making by featuring over 30 blocks in up to nine different complementary sizes so that you can add border after border to your medallion knowing the results will be perfect. Mix-and-match a variety of Erin's borders to easily build a design of your own.
Trade ReviewMedallion quilts are very popular for their design is an easy way to arrange blocks on a quilt. This book has directions for 30 blocks and 12 medallions plus 6 quilt designs. The blocks have cutting instructions for up to six interchangeable border widths. The medallion centrepieces come in a variety of sizes. The patterns show how easy it is to change the borders. The book is designed as mix and match, providing ease of use and inspiration. Solid advice and design is found in this primer for medallion quilts in chapter one. In chapter two you will find the blocks with excellent instructions on materials, cutting and how-to. The blocks however are pretty standard fair - half triangles, lone star and drunkard's path that you will no doubt have encountered elsewhere. Still, it's good to have 30 blocks in one place. Finally in chapter three there are the excellent instructions for making the six quilts. Well illustrated - but the photography is slightly dull and beautiful line diagrams for the quilts.
* Karen Platt *
