Whip Up Mini Quilts

Whip Up Mini Quilts

Author: Kathreen Ricketson

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2010-07-01

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 0811879941

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The founder of the internationally popular website WhipUp.net shares twenty contemporary quilts from across the globe in this charming, easy-to-follow guide. Quilts come in all shapes and sizes. Wall hangings, pillow covers, lap quilts, and more. The little quilts in Whip Up Mini Quilts range from simple to more challenging, offering something for everyone. More than just a project book, Mini Quilts outlines the fundamentals of quilting, offers detailed direction on techniques, and provides step-by-step instructions, helpful how-to illustrations, and an artful approach to design basics. You’ll soon be whipping up mini quilts for every room and everyone. “Mini Quilts is both practical and inspirational. You’ll have fun looking through the different artists’ approaches to these adorable mini quilts!” —Denyse Schmidt, author of Denyse Schmidt Quilts “This book will be a lifetime keeper for anyone who has a passion for sewing and quilting. The content is craftily organized by influences and supported by a beefy resource guide and glossary. You’ll love this book!” —Amy Butler, author of Little Stitches for Little Ones “These engaging little compositions will add charm to any home.” —Weeks Ringle, coauthor of The Modern Quilt Workshop “Full of fresh designs from some of our favorite international crafters . . . will inspire you to head straight to the sewing machine and get stitching on a mini quilt of your own!” —Amanda Blake Soule, author of Handmade Home “Intimidated to start a large quilt? Here’s your answer. Mini Quilts gives you the excuse to start quilting by providing wonderful projects, clear directions, and a ton of advice.” —Amy Karol, author of Bend the Rules with Fabric


Southwest Modern

Southwest Modern

Author: Kristi Schroeder

Publisher: Lucky Spool

Published: 2017-10-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781940655284

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"Part armchair travel, part project book, Southwest Modern highlights the wide-open spaces and beautiful vistas of West Texas and celebrates the rich culture of New Mexico. Featuring 15 quilt patterns and three smaller projects author, Kristi Schroeder, celebrates five separate regions, one in each chapter. Each quilt is photographed on location with an accompanying color story to support the design. Included is a list of the author's favorite places to shop, eat, and play in each location. This book will appeal to anyone who has ever been so moved by their surroundings that they felt inspired to create."--


Purr-fect Patchwork

Purr-fect Patchwork

Author: Pamela Jane Morgan

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2021-07-25

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 1644030985

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Cat-loving quilters mew-nite! Embrace your inner cat lady with contemporary cat-themed projects! Play with texture and style to create 16 unique projects from bags and decor to 7 different patchwork quilts. Each project includes step-by-step instructions guiding stitchers on a variety of techniques from foundation paper piecing to free-motion embroidery. Also learn how to play with different substrates such as cotton, linen, wool, wool-blended felt, denim, vinyl, and repurposed clothing. From beginners to more experienced, there is something new to learn for every stitcher. The paw-sibilities are endless! Make the most of your feline fabrics and craft 16 original cat-themed quilts and textile projects 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 decor, and quilts


Brave New Quilts

Brave New Quilts

Author: Kathreen Ricketson

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2013-08-01

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1607057204

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The beloved quilt artist explores the use of line, color, motif, and text in this quilting guide featuring 12 projects inspired by modern art movements. Kathreen Ricketson was one of Australia’s most popular modern quilt artists and bloggers. In Brave New Quilts, she combines her fine art background with her love of craft to offer a series of quilts evoking the aesthetics of Art Deco, Bauhaus, Abstract Expressionism, and even Dada. Each chapter focuses on a different design principle with 3 quilt projects presented with 2 alternate design options. Kathreen shares a historical overview of each art movement, giving essential context to each project. A must-have for fans of the modern quilt movement, Brave New Quilts includes expert information on color, fabric selection, inspiration, and mood boards. A comprehensive appendix and in-depth information on tools and finishing techniques round out this inspiring book.


Simple Whatnots

Simple Whatnots

Author: Kim Diehl

Publisher: Martingale

Published: 2018-05-01

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 1604689447

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Welcome to the wonderful world of Kim Diehl--on a splendidly small scale! Kim's little quilts have three big benefits: they're scrap friendly, they're quick to finish . . . and they're as cute as can be. Now you can create a wonderful variety of pint-sized quilts in Kim's signature style. Enjoy 18 projects from Kim's Simple Whatnots Club, previously available only in individual patterns. You'll learn streamlined techniques for petite patchwork, invisible machine applique, and cozy wool applique. Use completed projects as wall quilts and table toppers, or follow Kim's lead and display projects in other creative ways. As always, Kim shares her "Extra Snippet" sewing tips throughout so that YOU can become a better quilter. Also available: Kim Diehl's Simple Reflections journal, where this best-selling author of 14 books on quiltmaking has gathered her favorite quilts, recipes, and more to enjoy year-round.


Little Bits Quilting Bee

Little Bits Quilting Bee

Author: Kathreen Ricketson

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2014-09-16

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 1452143862

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“The colourful photographs, vibrant fabrics, and charming vintage-modern styling give this book a warm and inviting feel.” —Ellen Luckett Baker, author of 1, 2, 3 Sew Sewing with pre-cut fabric packs is all the rage. It allows for endless creativity and makes it a cinch to stitch up lovely quilts without breaking the bank. Little Bits Quilting Bee features twenty projects for small fabric scraps and bundles including jelly rolls, charm squares, layer cakes, and fat quarters. From king-sized quilts to wall hangings, and more, this beautifully illustrated book has something for sewers of every skill level. To top it all off, author Kathreen Ricketson founder of the hugely popular craft site WhipUp.net offers expert shortcuts and step-by-step instructions. “Kathreen has produced a book full of original, interesting and diverse designs that don’t look like pre-cuts at all.” —Sarah Fielke, bestselling author of Quilting: The Collection “Beautifully written and charmingly hand illustrated . . . Begins with a look at the community aspect of quilting, from quilting bees and swaps to guilds and charity quilts . . . [The quilts] are fresh, fun, modern and inspiring. Put together but not too put together if you know what I mean.” —Aneela Hoey, author of Stitched Sewing Organizers “Along with being super informative, if I had to use one adjective for the book, it would be cozy. There’s just something about the photography and the great hand drawn illustrations that make reading this book a comfy way to spend some time!” —Alissa Haight Carlton, author of Block Party—The Modern Quilting Bee


Quilting with a Modern Slant

Quilting with a Modern Slant

Author: Rachel May

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 1612120636

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Profiles more than seventy modern quilters, offering step-by-step instructions on their techniques and quilting projects.


Make Wall Quilts

Make Wall Quilts

Author: C&T Publishing

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2017-07-01

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 1617453846

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Decorate your living space with 11 pieces of beautiful fabric wall art that will turn your house into a home. Wall quilts are the perfect place to experiment with new techniques (piecing, appliqué, and quilting) without committing to a large-scale project. And with patterns from popular designers—Rebecca Bryan, Emily Cier, Jenifer Dick, Becky Goldsmith, Kathreen Ricketson, Camille Roskelley, Kim Schaefer, Heidi Staples, and Laura Wasilowski—you have a great variety to choose from! Modern or traditional, scrap-friendly or stash-busting, there’s something for everyone in this value-packed book.


1, 2, 3 Sew

1, 2, 3 Sew

Author: Ellen Luckett Baker

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2013-08-06

Total Pages: 171

ISBN-13: 1452104816

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Sewing can be as easy as 1-2-3 with this helpful building-block approach—includes thirty-three projects! In this creative teaching book, craft blogger Ellen Luckett Baker offers a wholly unique approach to sewing: She presents projects in groups of three, each building on the techniques used in the project before. Baker shows, for example, how to sew a glasses case, then build on those skills to create a zippered pouch, and from there, make a more advanced cosmetics bag. There are thirty-three delightful projects in all, ranging from clothing to decor and accessories. This very special ebook includes easy-to-follow instructions, how-to illustrations, and instructions for how to print the patterns, making it an essential resource for beginning and intermediate sewers alike.


Fast, Fun & Easy Scrapbook Quilts

Fast, Fun & Easy Scrapbook Quilts

Author: Sue Astroth

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2004-02-03

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 1607056097

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Put your best memories on display! Now it’s simple to turn your latest vacation, family event, or favorite activity into a one-of-a-kind quilted keepsake. Sue Astroth’s scrapbook quilts blend quilting with fun embellishments for a personalized heirloom you and your family will treasure forever.