Download or read book The Simple Simon Guide To Patchwork Quilting written by Elizabeth Evans and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-05-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 7 simply gorgeous quilts to complement any room! Classic patchwork gets a modern makeover! In this sophisticated guide to quilting and sewing, popular Simple Simon and Company bloggers--and sisters-in-law--Liz Evans and Elizabeth Evans show you how to create traditional quilt blocks with a contemporary feel. Written with beginners in mind, The Simple Simon Guide to Patchwork Quilting invites you to get creative with step-by-step directions for making: • Bold, colorful quilts with graphic designs • Stunning skirts and accessories • Unique home decor, from whimsical wall art to a fabulous fabric basket that makes tidying up a treat The Simple Simon Guide to Patchwork Quilting also includes tutorials on everything you'll need to complete each project, from cutting fabric to attaching binding. Whether you're new to quilting or simply looking for inspiration, you'll love this stylish approach to a traditional patchwork.
Download or read book Sew Adorkable written by Samarra Khaja and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2015-09-14 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Handmade, unique, tongue-in-cheek. Stitch 15 conversation starters that are as fun to sew as they are to tie up with a bow. Designer Samarra Khaja covers the gamut from cheeky wearables (TRAWRzers!) to quirky quilts and home decor. Make a puffy quilt that looks like candy dots, or stitch a tissue box cover that looks like a vintage typewriter. Tailored to smart, talented, crafty folks of all ages, this hilarious book is just as fun to read (trivia time!) as it is chock-full of sewing projects. Bonus: Go "behind the seams" with a textile designer and learn how her ideas come to life.
Download or read book The Practical Guide to Patchwork written by Elizabeth Hartman and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2010-11-16 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quilting basics with modern flair—with twelve projects for beginners, confident beginners, and intermediates. Winner of the Next Generation Indie Book Award Try a fresh, relaxed approach to making quilts with this new book. The bright aesthetic and clear, simple instructions guide beginners and intermediates alike through the entire process of creating fun and useful quilts that they’ll be proud to call their own. Explore different options for each project in this book—make it with just two colors or scrappy, make it vintage or mod, make it soft or playful. Alternate colorways included with each project show you how swapping out fabrics can change the look of the same block. Learn how to cut, piece, appliqué, machine quilt, bind, and finish. Pick up helpful tips and tricks to stay organized and master the methods.
Download or read book Urban Quilting written by Wendy Chow and published by Blue Star Press. This book was released on 2021-01-19 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect for beginners, this quilting book features simple illustrations and easy-to-follow steps that teach you how to make up to 30 beautiful quilts in a short amount of time! A comprehensive guide for both first-time quilters and those looking for a refresher course, Urban Quilting teaches you everything you need to know about this timeless craft. Each pattern contains instructions for three different quilt sizes, with designs that feature bold colors and geometric shapes that will stand out and look stunning in your home. Urban Quilting includes: 10 quilt designs, each with patterns for 3 sizes, for making up to 30 quilts Beginner-friendly content, including everything you need to know to get started Detailed instructions with clear diagrams so you can learn quickly and easily Insightful information on the history of quilting and how today's quilters are modernizing the craft
Download or read book Beginner s Guide to Quiltmaking written by Jeri Simon and published by Landauer (IL). This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The award-winning guide for beginning quilters, this book has everything you need to know! Opening with the basics on equipment, fabrics, and 1⁄4 seams, you'll then learn essential quilting and appliqueing techniques and how to assemble and finish a quilt. With 7 practice projects that include step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations, discover the joys of quilting keepsakes! Helpful tips, charts, and formulas throughout will further your understanding and skillset along the way.
Download or read book A Beginner s Guide to Quilting written by Christine Mann and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2018-10-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You've always wanted to try quilting, and now it's easier than ever! In A Beginner's Guide to Quilting, longtime quilter and bestselling author Christine Mann makes it easy to master the beginning principles of quilting with 6 easy starter projects: placemats, table runners, and 4 full-size quilts. Packed with full-color photographs and tons of creative inspiration, every detail of the book from the step-by-step photographed instructions to the lay-flat spiral binding is designed specifically with the beginning quilter in mind. Readers will also find a brief history of quilting and helpful guides on cutting and coordinating colors, plus delightful extras like templates and quick-reference guides in the back pocket of the book. Even better, each book comes with a pack of 4 quilt labels so you can proudly stitch your very own labels onto your first creations!
Download or read book Quiltmaking for Beginners Handy Pocket Guide written by Angela Walters and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2021-10-25 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything you need to know to make your first quilt This mini pocket guide is packed with information curated for quilting beginners! Once you've found your perfect pattern, use this guide to lead you through the piecing and quilting process to answer all of your questions along the way. Best-selling author Angela Walters shares the basics on how to get started, including information on supplies, notions, and sewing machines. Plus, she will answer every query you have on piecing, cutting, pressing, backing, layering, trimming, and binding with this guide. Get this for yourself and a friend to start your quilting journey together! Quick and easy reference to all things quilting including instructions, supplies, sewing machines, and more Fall in love with patchwork, and share this giftable guide with everyone you know who wants to quilt Take it with you everywhere—classes, retreats, anywhere you quilt!
Download or read book Sew Very Easy Quilt Favorites written by Laura Coia and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2020-03-25 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn quilting basics from a YouTube sensation and practice your skills with 12 fun projects suitable for all skill levels. Her 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 “Sew Very Easy” YouTube channel! Learn the basics of quilt making, from cutting and pressing to borders and finishing. Then practice your skills with a dozen beautiful projects—quilts you’ll come back to time and time again—all suitable for beginners and beyond.
Download or read book Modern Quilting written by Michael Caputo and published by CICO Books. This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow Michael Caputo's tutorials for every skill level to make gorgeous quilts and patchwork with 25 modern designs in an array of colorful fabrics. Quilting is an ancient craft which has many devoted makers eager for modern and innovative ideas, a call which has been answered here. If you’re a beginner, get started with a simple project such as a seat pillow or some bright coasters and placemats, then practice your skills further with a wonderful color wheel mini quilt, to bring an exciting burst of color into any home. There are full-size quilts which are perfect for more confident quilters, as you can really let your creativity take charge in choosing the fabrics and colors. And don’t forget the reverse—one of Michael’s trademarks is that the wrong side of the quilt is just as splendid as the right side. All the templates you'll need are included and there is a techniques section, as well as clear step-by-step artworks, to guide you. All you need to do is choose some fun fabrics and you’re ready to begin working on these inventive makes.
Download or read book Beginner s Guide to Quilting written by Elizabeth Betts and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2013-05-10 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get started today with this comprehensive guide to patchwork and quilting for beginners. With the information and projects in this book, you can discover the delights of this old-fashioned craft—while creating beautiful quilts and other items for yourself and for others. Numerous color photos are included for guidance and inspiration. · Covers all aspects of quilting, from piecing and patchwork to quilting and binding. · Includes quick and clever techniques with step-by-step illustrated instructions. · Choose from sixteen small and large projects, including bed quilts, bags, and wall hangings. · Features a glossary explaining common quilting and sewing terms.
Download or read book How to Make a Quilt written by Barbara Weiland Talbert and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-09-06 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With simple step-by-step instructions that require only basic sewing skills, Barbara Weiland Talbert shows you how to make your own beautiful and durable quilts. Taking you through the complete quilting process in an easy-to-follow sequence, Talbert shows you how to select a suitable design, choose the best fabric, cut shapes, piece together blocks, assemble the quilt top, and finish your project. You’ll quickly acquire the know-how and inspiration to create unique high-quality quilts that add a charming touch to your home.
Download or read book Quilting written by Vicky Mandala and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-11 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★55% OFF for Bookstores! Now at $15.72 instead of $34.95!★ Are you looking for a complete guide on quilting? The emergence of quilting has given rise to one of the hobbies with more followers in the world of crafts. Not only is it a fun outing for your creativity, but it is also the perfect way to create a work of art that you can later use. Quilting does not require creativity to begin because, as soon as you start, your inner creative geisha would be released, and as you keep quilting from time to time, you would experience a sheer love for quilts during production and after you can feel the finished product in your hands. As a beginner quilter, you do not have to go extravagant in getting materials; you can start with those beautiful fabrics in your scrappy bag. If you are lost on what special gift to give a friend, gifting them a quilt can be magnanimous as lots of tales can be told behind the stitches, e-learning from this book. Your customers will never stop using this amazing guide! Quilting is a fun and practical way to pass time. You can be as creative as you like, and you will finish with a blanket to keep you warm at night and pass it down to your children or grandchildren. Regardless of whether you're searching for your first blanket example or scanning for a brisk end of the week venture, these examples work incredibly for quilters of all experience levels. This will likewise show you exactly that it is so natural to make a blanket, regardless of whether the square example looks overly mind-boggling. Today, quilt patterns and designs have evolved throughout time's passing. You can gain different benefits in dealing with this hobby. Here are some: Satisfy economic needs. Used as an inspirational and creative craft. The wise use of spare time. Express Creativity and Uniqueness. Gives Comfort. Quilting is associated with various purposes and aims. It depends on the person who practices this project. Some take it as a hobby, which gives them enjoyment. Others consider quilting as one of their economic sources. Thus, they were given the chance to make money out of it. Also, some quilters identified quilting as an important piece in dealing with cognitive, emotional, and social processes, which can lead to self-help especially to those who quilt as a remedy for depression. It can be observed obviously that as time goes by, the role of quilting somewhat plays an important part in the life of quilters. This book covers the following topics: Quilting supplies Getting Started Quilting Simple Patterns Quilting Projects Patchwork Quilting Quilting Tips and Tricks Frequently-asked Questions Common Beginner Mistakes and Ways to Avoid Them Choosing The Right Fabric Making Your Own Quilt ...And much more This is to show you the beginning and some advanced strategies of how to effectively quilt blankets, sheets, and other elegant ware to sell or to use yourself. This book starts with the beginner in mind and moves in a somewhat logical progression toward more advanced techniques, as well as giving some insight into popular quilting patterns as well as what are some common colors to use and the best types of yarn and stuffing to purchase to make the quilt as comfortable as could be. Buy it NOW and let your customers get addicted to this amazing guide!
Download or read book Wise Craft Quilts written by Blair Stocker and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2017-03-14 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Infuse your quilts with love--how to add your personal story and more meaning to your handmade quilts. In Wise Craft Quilts, celebrated quilt designer and crafter Blair Stocker shares ways to use cherished fabrics to make quilts with more meaning. Each of the twenty-one quilts featured here gathers a special collection of fabric, outlines a new technique, and spins a story. By using special fabrics as the starting point for each project—from a wedding dress to baby’s first clothes, worn denim, Tyvek race numbers, and more—the finished quilt is made even more special. Create quilts that have a story to tell and you’ll find a whole new level of appreciation for what they represent in your life and the lives of the ones you love.
Download or read book Wonderful One Block Quilting written by Choly Knight and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-01 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take the plunge into quilting with these 40 simple one-session project ideas. One-block quilting is a fast and easy option for beginners and time-challenged quilters alike. Whether you’re taking the plunge into patchwork for the first time or just looking for a quick weekend project, this book will get you started. Author Choly Knight introduces you to quilting on a small scale, so there’s no need to feel overwhelmed. She reveals uncommon and underrated techniques that make quilting approachable and foolproof. And each new technique is followed by a manageable project to test your skills, so you can practice before taking on a full-size bed quilt.
Download or read book Visual Guide to Patchwork Quilting written by and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2017-09-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Calling all quilting beginners! Absorb the knowledge of 20+ quilt experts in one place. This comprehensive quilt and patchwork guide includes easy quilting patterns, information on fabric types, sewing by hand techniques, sewing machine basics, and how to perfect your quilt design from color choice to appliqué tips and paper-piecing techniques. This A-to-Z quiltinghow-to glossaryhas everything you need to get started.
Download or read book Easy Quilt Projects written by Better Homes & Gardens and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-03-29 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 41 quilt projects from American Patchwork & Quilting Are you a beginner quilter looking for a place to start learning this time-honored craft? Are you a more advanced quilter looking for quick and gifty projects that you can complete in a snap? From the editors of American Patchwork & Quilting comes a collection of ideas and inspiration for making beautiful quilt projects. This book is packed with gorgeous photography and easy-to-follow instructions for making everything from throws and bed-sized quilts to bags and pincushions. Beautiful full-color photographs of every project Full-size patterns for you to tear out and use again and again Includes free 1-year subscription to American Patchwork & Quilting magazine Plus, each project includes a quilt diagram, assembly instructions, and schematic illustrations!
Download or read book The Complete Beginner s Guide to Quilting and Patchwork written by Hannah Westlake and published by . This book was released on 2021-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shows you everything you require to start completing your own patchwork projects, from the basic tools you will need through all the best techniques and block patterns so you can create your very own quilt.
