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Book SynopsisGet the look of complex piecing with a savvy shortcut — striped fabric! With 12 versatile quilt patterns using solid stripes, multicoloured stripes, and even chevrons, you’ll explore modern blocks with maximum impact. Slice apart striped fabric and rearrange it into something new to create illusions of movement, depth, and texture. Pick up useful techniques along the way, like cutting on the bias and arranging blocks in unexpected ways. Patterns range from beginner to more advanced, and each quilt is shown in two colourways—it’s easy to use any striped fabric from your stash!
Trade ReviewApril 2017
Quilters, its time to take the creative approach that gives maximum impact for minimum fuss. Lauren S. Palmer lets you in on her savy time-saving secret and we'll give you a hint: it involves striped fabric! You'll also learn useful quilting techniques like cutting on the bias, plus tips and tricks for boundaries and breaking the rules of traditional quiltmaking to make 12 bold and beautiful projects.
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A modern slant on stripes. Discover 12 projects that use bold striped patterns. Find colour options and 3 sizes for each project. The projects are equally divided into easy, intermediate and advanced. The book includes information on working with stripes and takes a creative approach to design. Includes tips for using stripes, cutting on the bias, matching seams and more. For each project you will clearly see the materials needed, cutting, construction and alternate colourways. Great attention to detail, easy-to-follow instructions and excellent photos throughout. My favourite is the Modern American quilt. This book not only provides 36 size options in 12 designs, it will get you thinking seriously about stripes and how to incorporate them into your quilts.
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Table of ContentsIntroduction Notes on Using This Book Stripe Theory Working With Stripes Projects Easy Lines in the Suit Little Cabin Floor Hill Valley Shimmer Intermediate Absent Minded Firecracker Modern American Roll On Advanced Fern Beau Thai Chip Off The Old Block Escher About the Author
