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Japanese-inspired textiles and fabrics are now more popular than ever, but their large-scale motifs can be challenging to use in quilts. Award-winning quiltmaker Kitty Pippen shares her expertise and enthusiasm for Japanese textiles with eight exquisite quilt designs and 40 glorious photos of quilts that showcase the beauty of these fine fabrics.

• Contains gorgeous patterns for quilters of all skill levels, from simple linked shapes and mosaics to Japanese octagonal designs and Crazy patchwork

• Get a comprehensive introduction to Japanese textiles, such as Indigo, Kasuri, Yukata, Shibori, and Aizome

• A special section on Sashiko quilting will add incredible richness to any pieced quilt

• Includes special adaptations for common quilting techniques, such as machine piecing, paper piecing, and appliqué ... Read more

Customer Reviews (12)

Quilting with Japanese fabrics
I loved this book because the auther works beautiful fabrics in a way I would so love to do. It is so well illustrated and informative that I feel I can do great things without all the gadgets usually associated with quilting and I love to sew by hand.

Simply Beautiful
Kitty Pippin's knowledge and years of experience really make this book a treasure. Her teaching skills also shine forth in writing clear directions with lots of patterns to enlarge or copy.
This style of quilting, away from traditional western patterns and excessive machine-fast construction, appeals to me.
As soon as the book arrived, I sat down and gobbled half of it up! Marvelous photos-- I wish there were more detailed close-up shots of the finished quilts.Design ideas are coming together for me since reading it. The encouraging directions are a valuable and practical part of "Quilting with Japanese Fabrics."And, you can also use non-Japanese fabrics.
I am very happy to add this book to my growing Japanese quilting collection. Also in my "collection" of two books is Susan Briscoe's Japanese block quilting book (See my glowing review.)

VERY SATISFIED!
I was so happy to receive this NEW book at a great price.Vendor was timely in getting it out to me.I'd definitely buy from them again.

Love Asian design, get this one.
I have lost count of the books I have now.This book I have gone back and looked at many times.This book is presented very well.

Blue
As a collector of Japanese fabrics this book is a great inspiration.I originally learned of this book when Kitty Pippen appeared on H&GTV. ... Read more

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Hand Quilting with Alex Anderson: Six Projects for Hand Quilters (Quilting Basics) (Paperback)
Interesting book.Seemed easy to read and wasn't overwhelming in size and scope of projects.

Beginning Quilter
I bought this book based on the reviews and I'm very happy with my purchase. The great photos show very specific hand positioning of different quilting techniques for both left and right handed quilters.
I'll be adding more of her books to my collection.

Love Alex
I have had the oportunity to meet Ms Anderson and would buy and use her things any time.I had to add this to my collection of quilt books.Someday I will try hand quilting and I'll go to this book right away.

Hand Quilting with Alex Anderson
Wonderful help. This is a great reference book for everyone to have on their shelf.

Excellant instruction on hand quilting.
This is probably the best book I have found that gives instruction forhand quilting.The color pictures give very explicit instruction for both right and left handed people. I would recommend this to anyone interestedin hand quilting, whether a beginner or a long time quilter. Alex Andersonis one of the best teachers and supporters of quilting.She does anexcellant job with her program " Simply Quilts".I wouldrecommend all her books. ... Read more

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A lot of information for a small price
I am a beginning quilter, and often find the information in quilt books to make assumptions that I know how to figure yardage, etc.

This book gives 8 pages in the introduction explaining with illustrations varioustechniques and preferences in terms of equipment.

There are 3 chapters inthis book.The first chapter is titled:Short Cuts to Short StripPiecing.I found this chapterto be helpful, adding information notincluded in other tips & tricks books I've read.This has decreased myquilt making time on other projects.

Chapter 2:Striep Piecing to FormLog Cabin Designs.This chapter shows placement for many log cabin blocks,including flickering shadows, butterfly, sunshine & shadow, square withring around, straight furrow, and streak of lightening, as well asnon-square shaped versions.

Chapter 3:Making String Designs on a ShapedBase.Includes designs such as:Old fashioned string quilt, Amishshadowed square, Chevron, string pyramids, spider web, string star.

Ihave yet to make any of the quilts, but have used the text to help me inother quilts I have made.Currently, I am eagerly saving my scraps andstrings from other quilts, in anticipation of making one of the quilts inthis book. ... Read more

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Over 50 quilting designs range from simple single line to skill-enhanced multiple line color-coded patterns. *Pattern subjects vary from flowers, leaves, swirls, scrolls, crowns and loops to combined geometric shapes. Contains eight-inch coordinating blocks, border designs, and two whimsical animal patterns. *Placement diagrams showcase alternating and stacked rows for longarm quilting. *In the Discover Design section, choose from 16 connecting shapes, each perfect for making your own pantograph repeated patterns. *The patterns are created for today's sit-down or stand-up quilter, suitable for short or longarm quilting machines, as well as the traditional machine and hand quilter. AUTHORBIO: More than 20 years of industrial quilting machine experience have afforded the author extensive knowledge of numerous apsects of quilting. Janie owns Quilting Machines International, and is co-host of PBS's "Quilt Central." AUTHORBIO: Helen Squires has been a quilt teacher, designer of quilting patterns, guest lecturer, auctioneer, and QA columnist for 30 years, and is well known for her six books in the Dear Helen series of quilting patterns. Helen began her publishing career as the "Dear Helen, Can You Tell Me....?" columnist for "Lady's Circle Patchwork Quilts" magazine in 1978 and published the first of her "Dear Helen" books in 1987. REVIEW: This is a marvelous reference book for those who wish to pursue machine quilting, either on a long-arm, their home machine, or even for hand quilters. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

great book
I'm new at long arm quilting and these designs are wonderful.There are 3 levels of patterns.The first group is a single continuous pattern, the second group consist of 2 lines and the third of three lines. As i advance in perfection of technique I will move to the next group.

Jump start your creativity1
This book was just what I was looking for to jump start my creativity with my Mega Quilter short arm machine.I am limited to 5" or 6" designs
and I wanted something a little more complex than simple curves and waves.
This book has 126 pages of designs.The line drawings range from complex scrolls to very simple hearts.There are even more complex tripple color drawings to create those elaborate designs you see made on the long arm machines.I copy the designs onto long narrow strips of paper to create my pantagraphs that I follow with a lazer pointer. This is a wonderful book and well worth the Amazon price!!!

Great book
I can't wait to start quilting from this book.I would recommend Amazon to anyone.I have never got a bad product.

Add a Line: Continuous Quilting Patterns
This has made using my Grace frame much easier.The quilts are beautiful and I am so happy with the finished projects. Thank you for writing this book.

Add a Line: Continuous Quilting Patterns
This is a great book for so many creative venues and outlets.I'm not much of a quilter, but I do use quilting outlines as embroidery ideas for machine embroidery designs. ... Read more

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This continuation of outstanding patterns is a worthy sequel to Janie's first book, Add-a-Line. Her popular bestseller set the standard for continuous quilting patterns provided in a variety of sizes, in a handy, larger page format. Hand quilters, domestic and long-arm machine quilters, home sewers and professionals, will enjoy the beauty and scope of these 50 new continuous-line quilting designs. Machine quilters will especially appreciate the grouping of the patterns into the Add-a-Line color coded sequence. Follow the black line design first. Go back and pick up the green line, then the orange, and finally the purple for up to four-line continuous patterns. You can choose how much quilting you need. Janie Donaldson has more than 20 years of industrial quilting machine experience. She owns Quilting Machines International and is co-hostess of the TV series Quilt Central. AUTHORBIO: More than 20 years of industrial quilting machine experience have afforded the author extensive knowledge of numerous apsects of quilting. Janie owns Quilting Machines International, and is co-host of PBS's "Quilt Central." REVIEW: This continuation of Janie's bestselling 'Add-a-Line' series includes 60 quilting designs, most in three different sizes. The patterns range from single line to quadruple line quilting, including a selection of whimsical designs. It's a nice collection for both hand and machine quilter. ... Read more

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More creative line drawings for Quilters!
I purchase her first book in this line.So, it seemed natural to get her second book and boy am I glad I did!This book expands the way
to create wonderfuly complex and creative quilting designs on my Mega Quilter!!!In this second book there are many more designs some simple and others tripple lined, and even quadruple lined quilting.Janie also includes a chapter on learning how to create your own quilt line drawing designs with 16 suggestion type of lessons to follow.I have three and one half quilts ready to quilt and I can not wait to get them set on my quilting machine and see the finished product!! Janie Donaldson unleashes the creative lines of my mind to see them on my quilts.

Product received in great condition
I received my product on time and in great condtion.I would recomend buying from Amazon to anyone.

Add a Line Quilting Patterns 2
AS I said in my review of her first book,when combined with the TV series "Quilt Central" Janie becomes your quilting instructor! Easy designs to start and more intricate as you go along. Good for small home quilting machines and just as useful with one of the high end long arms. The second book has even more designs for your collection!
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Learn to step out from under the size restrictions of stencils to create your own quilting designs. Look at hearts, leaves, and flowers as creative opportunities to use feathers. Learn to master pattern repeats, and flow designs around corners. Working with simple tools like large sheets of paper, a feathered design template, and basic drawing tools, you too can create designs that fit perfectly into the blocks and borders in your quilt. AUTHORBIO: Anita Shackelford has been quilting for 35 years. Her quilts have been exhibited across the United States and in Australia, winning 12 Best of Show awards. A resident of Ohio, she has traveled extensively, teaching and lecturing for shops, guilds, and quilting conferences. REVIEW: An excellent resource for enthusiastic quilters who want to add that special extra touch. Infinite Feathers is very user friendly for even the most novice quilter. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Gorgeous Feathers!
Even though this book is aimed more at the hand quilter, it is very useful for getting inspired for machine quilting.

Perfect for the hand-quilter
There are so many feathered patterns in this book and directions on how to take the basic designs and make your own feathered patterns.Really good instructions too.

Great buy
I got what I was looking for it was very detailed and helpful for the price and easy to understand.

Don't have the book, but know this...
Study & you will quickly see that Feathers are THE MOST common quilting motif, next to the grid-line quilting. If you don't agree, then know that they are certainly up in the top 5!Feathers are so versatile and beautiful, formed in the image of bird plumage or if you will, in the shape of a teardrop - both of which are found throughout the entire history of quilting.
Feathers are used for filling space, in your blocks, setting triangles or sashings. You can quilt them in borders-long straight strips, make them undulate & twist, round or oval, place a half, quarter or heart shaped feather motif in your block, in a corner or just draw one on the label you sew onto the back of your quilt for a beautiful continuation of the effect.
No matter where or how you twist, turn, stretch or shrink your feather motifs, once you have perfected this teardrop shape, the possibilites are endless.Try it-you won't be disappointed!

While I hope to own this book someday(when the price comes down a bit)I want those who can just buy it without money concerns to know this. *From a quilter who studies quilting history non-stop, is the local guild librarian & webmaster.Owns a personal quilt related library of over 2,000 magazines & books. I like to pass on tips that will stay with you, not just be good for one or two times. Feathers are here to stay. They have endured the test of time, design and have held fast. You cannot go wrong with this-or any other well written instruction book on how to draw/design feather quilting motifs.

Very user friendly for even the most novice quilter
Infinite Feathers: Quilting Designs by award winning quilting expert Anita Shackelford offers over 100 feather designs in various popular quilting sizes. Color photographs help demonstrate how to apply the simple yet beautiful patterns. Step-by-step instructions guide the aspiring quilter in exactly what to do, and the black-and-white patterns shapes that take up full pages are easy to copy and put to practical use. An excellent resource for enthusiastic quilters who want to add that special extra touch, Infinite Feathers is very user friendly for even the most novice quilter, and offers a wealth of imaginative design ideas that the more experienced quilter will find as invaluable as they are stimulating. ... Read more

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-New technique helps quilters finish projects in half thetime

-Variations and time-saving tips for all 15 projects

-Quilting is a $2.7 billion dollar industry involving all age groups

Best-selling authors Donna Dewberry and Cindy Casciato unveil asimplified style of quilting that promises outstanding results in lesstime in One Stitch Quilting: The Basics. This innovative methodcombines piecing or appliqué elements with finishing techniques,thereby eliminating several steps between creating a quilt top andcompleting a finished quilt. Readers will discover the ease of usingthe One Stitch method to create table toppers, pillows, wall hangings,and bed quilts, as well as variations of each.

This industry-changing technique is sure to excite veteran quilters andentice new quilters. This isn't grandma's quilting technique, but we'resure she wouldn't be opposed to getting all the serenity and creativitythat comes with quilting, and saving a little time besides.

In this one-of-kind guide, readers:

-Follow 100+ step-by-step color illustrations and photos to quickly andeasily complete beautiful quilts

-Receive expert instruction in an exciting new technique sure to sparkwidespread interest

-Master a method designed to save time without sacrificing quality ... Read more

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One Stitch Quilting
Thank you. I received the product in a timely manner and the book was in excellent condition. I am enjoying reading it and will start the projects in the fall when I have more time.

Innovative
Innovative quilting techniques that really work.I wish the authors had included instructions for an actual quilt rather than just small projects.Special supplies are required for cutting, pinning, basting, marking and fusing.The investment in supplies is well worth it though, if you plan to complete multiple projects.

One Stitch Easy
Donna has done with fabric what she did with paint.
The direction are are clear and concise.
Project turned just as she explained.
I only wish she would she would write another
book with DVD.

A fun and easy-to-follow workbook showcasing many creative one-stitch quilting projects
Co-authored and compiled by quilting experts Donna Dewberry and Cindy Casciato,. One Stitch Quilting: Twenty Fun Projects You Can Finish In Half A Day is a fun and easy-to-follow workbook showcasing many creative one-stitch quilting projects. Providing aspiring quilters with twenty original needlecraft projects and their variations including bags, throws, table accessories, and pillow jackets, One Stitch Quilting is enhanced with more then 300 instructive illustrations and full-color photos, block and applique patterns, and thorough reference selections which detail the tools, terms, and techniques for the "One Stitch" quilting method. A welcome addition to personal or community library needlecraft collections, One Stitch Quilting is very highly recommended for its unique approach to quilting and its innovative style for all readers searching for a new and promising ideal for quick and easy quilt production.
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Amazon.com
Quilt making is a natural outlet for kids' innate creativity. Take children on a field trip to the fabric or quilt store and you'll be refreshed by their free-spirited approach to color and amazed by their fearlessness in the face of traditional quilting "rules." Just about any 9- to 14-year-old can turn out a stupendous quilt with some adult supervision and the terrific guidance of noted expert Alex Anderson's Kids Start Quilting. Stressing safety first, Anderson introduces kids to the rotary cutter, iron, and sewing machine, as well as the other essentials. She covers all the basics of quilt anatomy, explaining how to square up, cut, pin, stitch, and press the pieces, plus how to handle settings, borders, backing, batting, basting, binding, tying, and hand quilting. The seven nicely designed step-by-step quilt projects include log cabin, four-patch, saw tooth star, and sampler designs. A kids' quilt gallery features works by the six young quilters--both girls and boys--who collaborated on the book with Anderson, and quotes from the kids and photos of them at work on their quilts provide even more encouragement to other young quilters. --Amy Handy Book Description
Share quality time with the children in your life while sharing a skill that will last them a lifetime! In this guide, beloved quilter, teacher, author, and TV host Alex Anderson turns her talents to teaching kids how to make quilts. Here are seven fun and easy projects-pillows, wall hangings, nap quilts, and more-that kids and adults alike will love. Anderson starts with safety tips, definitions, fabric choices, and more . . . then demonstrates simple, traditional designs that allow every child's skill and creativity to shine. Also included are helpful advice and practical guidance for both children and their teachers. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Excellent Purchase
I purchased this book for my 13yo niece; it was the best buy ever. It is easy to read & the projects are very easy to understand & complete.

Skimpy
I love Alex but the book is a little too skimpy with only five blocks to choose from.

I am also surprised at the lack of photos on hand quilting.Hand quilting really needs way more illustrations and not just on burying the knot!Even the section on hand tying lacks illustrations!! If you put it in the book, you should show us how it is done so we can see it.A book on the basics should include the basics!

It is still a good book, but after having both books by Barbara Eikmeier I can say it isn't the best book I have seen on the subject.A nice addition after you have the others.

Great Teaching Tool
Alex Anderson is among the best in teaching quilting methods. This book is a great teaching tool for children of all ages. Alex really explains each step in detail and I learned some new tricks myself. She stresses safety while working with children as well as self-expression through fabric choices. A great addition to any sewing library! ... Read more

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60 Machine Quilting Patterns
The patterns are wonderful,they are just what a person is looking for to make a template from for quilting. They are just what I was looking for.When it come to quilting patterns for a quilt top it is hard not to find what your looking for, you will find that you will use this book over and over again.

Thanks so much for looking

definitely worth the price
i can agree with some of the other reviewers that these are not necessarily the most stunning machine quilting patterns available (for stunning, try joyce mori's books, the newest of which includes continuous line designs).

however, there is a nice balance of traditional, contemporary, and cutesy patterns, and the bonus of directional arrows for some of the patterns so that the quilter doesn't have to waste time tracing the correct pathway. these patterns may not be useful for an heirloom quilt, but they will be a great convenience for baby and childrens' quilts which are expected to disintegrate eventually. some are shown in one or two combinations and directions to demonstrate how they could be changed.

any beginner who works her way through these designs will definitely be ready for any machine quilting she wants. more experienced quilters will be able to find useful patterns and ideas.

Great beginning book for machine quilting
I've been making quilts--or rather quilt tops--for years.This affordable book gave me the info I needed to plunge into machine quilting.I just did my first design tonight and am very pleased with the results. There are probably books with more patterns and nicer patterns out there, but if you are just beginning, this book will tell you what you need to know and give you some patterns to start with at an unbeatable price. You can then experiment with this little volume and invest in more expensive books when you have "gotten the hang of it" and know which types of patterns you want more of. My appetite has been whetted.

Good Value
You may not use all of the designs; however, at this price, who cares.The patterns are easy to sew and are easy to transfer.Good combination of styles.This book has something for any beginner.

Traditional yes but not pretty
Yes the quilting designs are tradtional but they are not pretty
and they are very hard to do. (Harder than this beginner could manage at least :-(Instead I would recommend their other book, Amish Machine Quilting Patterns, which is just superb but is not a complete replacement for this one.

The best thing in both books is the intro of how to package, hold and transfer the designs.Great ideas here.What is particularly special about this one though is that it is very good in giving you projects on building your skills.These sections could be invaluable (they helped me with my regular sewing) and should not be skipped.(The Amish book does not have the same skill builder section. )

So this book is a mixed bag and had the designs been prettier I would have scored it higher particularly because of the skills section, but I consider the beauty aspect rather important.This is rather subjective so look at this book and see what you need more.For the price it's a great tutorial. ... Read more

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Nothing but patters
Usefull book. Plenty of nice patterns. No text. Many may wish to copy them out of the book to larger formats. Very pleased.

Good value for the price
These aren't awe-inspiring quilting designs; I doubt you'll say Wow even once. But there are more quilting designs here than in the "60 machine quilting designs" book (which I also own), and they all seem useful and, well, *nice*. The price is right, too, so I'm glad I bought it.

Do note that there are relatively few border designs. Most of the designs are square or round.

Still, this is a decent addition to your library. And at its low price, it'll probably help you fill out an order to get free shipping!

Quilting patterns
This is a good basic book for quilting patterns.It doesn't go much beyond traditional patterns, but it is definitely a good resource to have.Recommended.

A Resource Worth Purchasing
Do you Quilt?Then this is a quilt design resource for you.From hand to machine these designs and the number of designs is a MUST for a Quilters library.

Wonderful ideas
I really like this book. This book is full of quilting and filling patterns. It is good for creative ideas. This book was exactly what I was expecting. I am glad that I bought this book. It is for beginners andexperts alike. ... Read more

Book Description
Quilters of every skill level will take comfort and pride in this comprehensive edition. Combining history and how-tos, Donna Kooler has a way thats always informative, encouraging, and insightful. From the origins of the first quilt to todays modern techniques, and with abundant quilt projects to put theory into action, this encyclopedic reference book shows the art of quilting at its best. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Excellent quilting book
I have looked through this book throughly.It seems like a well done, organized book with great pictures and diagrams.So much helpful information.This has the best explaination of freezor paper applique that I have seen and even shows a couple of ways to get the paper out.The other books I have do not even mention how to get it out.I am new to quilting and need to be led by the nose and this book seems to be a great reference.Has lots of good pictures of quilting designs and I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in quilting.

The best quilt book I have!!!
This is a great book!I have a lot of quilting books but this is the most complete one I own. I love the thoroughness of the history and techniques.Also, I appreciated the information on sizing and resizing of the quilt blocks. From color theory to design ideas, quilt blocks and techniques, this is the book I'll pull out first from now on.

The ultimate!!!!!
I love this book! I like the directions and diagrams and the fact that there is more than one way to do something demonstrated. It is up to date on tools, gadgets and techniques. I love the projects and all the beautiful quilts shown. The designer contribution was a great touch! Thanks for putting together another great "encyclopedia'!!!! ... Read more

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Smart quilters have used the sewing machine for piecing,applique and quilting ever since it came into common use.Today, mostquilters save hand quilting for their finest patchwork and appliqueprojects.This book is meant as a technical guide to replicate anineteenth-century-style hand quilting technique.Quilters wantingsome tips and answers about improving their own technique will findmany helpful suggestions.A non-stress positioning of the quiltinghands is emphasized for maximum efficency and painless hand quilting -except for the occasional, too enthusiastic, needle prick. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Illustrations
In the description given of the book I thought there would be more illustrations shown in the book of the progressive steps and tools needed

Good basic book
A good basic book for anyone wanting to learn to hand quilt.Lots of pictures and very clear directions.The pictures are mainly black and white but it does not detract from the effectiveness of the various lessons.

I learned a few tricks that helped me to understand some of the things I was doing incorrectly and it has helped to improve my skills.

Great Reference - learned much
I need to hand quilt and this book was the ticket for me.Patterns are supplied as well as taught.Very descriptive - love this book.

Wonderful!
I love quilting, although I have only been learning the art for the past year.Quilting does not have a tradition in my family -- and this book was the wonderful teacher I had, since I did not have family who could teachme.

This book walks through step by step the process of"no-stress" hand quilting.From preparing the fabric, thecontroversey of knots in patchwork, to small projects to work on.Awonderful reference book for the beginning quilter, like myself (and withtechniques that could also help more advanced quilters). ... Read more

Product Description
A comprehensive guide to the art of machine quilting! This informative book is loaded with helpful hints, unique projects, and inspiring ideas, with detailed, step-by-step instructions for over 30 complete quilt projects.You’ll discover:

Customer Reviews (4)

The Quilting Bible
I love it.It is easy to follow and answers the most basic questions in easy to understand language.The pictures are clear and easy to follow. Well worth it.

A Complete Reference Book
If you want detail for every step of the quilting process, this is the book for you.It tells you what size needle to use for piecing vs. quilting; type of thread; types of batting; fabric quality; stitch length; how to determine the grain of the fabric; how to press seams; how to assemble a quilt; quick tips for cutting and sewing; how to make borders; the best way to fold and store a quilt; how to create articles other than a bed quilt (purse, tote bag, place mats, pillow covers, table runner, clothing); what equipment you need; how to organize your work space; how to move a full-size quilt through your machine.I took my highlighter and went crazy.It could be a bit daunting for a beginner so I would pair this book with Marsha McCloskey's "Quick Classic Quilts" (for traditional quilts) or with Margaret Rolfe's "A Quilter's Ark" (for contemporary foundation quilts with animal designs).They have much abbreviated instructions that would be easier to follow for a first-time quilter.Then I would use "The Quilting Bible" as a reference to make sure I understood the techniques to get truly professional results.

Another excellent sewing reference from Singer!
I think this book is great!I borrowed a friend's, and I just can't give it back!I have done some quilting before, but have learned so much more from this book.Great photographs - and very helpful information.I highly recommend this book for any quilter!

Not for beginners!
I am a complete newbie to quilting...in fact, I haven't even made one yet.I read through this entire book and felt so overwhelmed and lost at the same time.I feel it is a bit over a newbie's head but probably excellentfor a person who has quilted before.It has beautiful photos of variousquilting patterns and is written in a very concise manner.I am onlydisappointed in the fact that I would consider a "bible" to bebasic enough for anyone.I am going to purchase another bookinstead...called "Quilts, quilts, quilts The complete Guide toQuiltmaking" by Diana McClun.Everyone I know who quilts hasrecommended it to me. ... Read more

Book Description
This thorough, no-nonsense business guide helps quilters master the tricky transition from hobby to a profitable, state-of-the-art quilting business. Written by a veteran quilt business expert, this book provides budding quiltmakers with a versatile approach to making money off their creative passion. Whether the goal is general quilting or consulting, writing magazine articles, book publishing, or teaching, this guide lays out a clear plan on how to get there-from the legal groundwork of getting started to the finer points of generating publicity and networking in the wholesale industry. ... Read more

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Quilters receive all these financial basics
Plenty of books covers the basics on making quilts, but too few cover how to market a quilt to turn a quilting hobby into a real business. Quilters receive all these financial basics in Make Money Quilting, from creating designs that sell to marketing and promoting quilts and selling either retail or wholesale. While some chapters are more general to small business practices, most are specific to quilting, which makes for a much more valuable guide.
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What traditional handicraft allows children to tap into their creativity and imagination? Quilting! By mixing their favorite colours, fabrics and textures, kids can design one-of-a-kind gifts and accessories. And while the art of quilting has been around for hundreds of years, a few modern twists make it easier than ever. Ten simple-to-follow patterns with photos, diagrams and step-by-step instructions help kids make projects that are unique -- and useful, too! Kids can make a * pencil case * crazy quilt pillow * book bag * quilted organizer * hopscotch lap quilt Illustrated step-by-step instructions make it easy! ... Read more

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This is a fantastic book!!!
We gave my daughter a sewing machine for Christmas, along with a few how-to-sew books.This is probably my favorite.All of the projects are cute, and we have done a few already.One of the best things about this book is how basic it is.If you are an adult and want to learn the basics of quilting (which many adult books seem to assume that you already learned as a child), this would be a great resource.I'm looking forward to learning more about quilting with my daughter.

Great beginner book for kids
Easy projects and simple instructions make it easy for kids to start quilting and seeing results right away. ... Read more

Book Description
Mary Covey is back with more of exactly what quilters need to "quilt as desired"! No guesswork needed—simply trace, transfer, and sew the enclosed patterns to create gorgeous continuous-line quilting designs. A 16-page book with complete instructions is included!

• All-new collection of 20 pattern groups features coordinating designs for blocks, borders, and setting triangles

• Patterns can be used on a home sewing machine, a long-arm quilting machine, or even by hand quilters

• Bonus—includes 1"-wide quilting designs that are perfect for narrow borders and sashing ... Read more

Customer Reviews (11)

Quilting confidence
Follow-the-line-quilting Designs Volume Two: Full-size Patterns for Blocks And Bordersis a quick way to get started on your quilting.The full-sized pattern allows you to "try it out" by laying it on your quilt for fit, but it also can be "resized" (by eye or copier) to fit your space.I found her diagrams with numbers to be extremely helpful.Once I finger-traced a few times, I was all set. Clipping the template where I could see it allowed me to visually track.(I do free motion quilting and use her patterns as a starting point.)I especially liked her block and corner motifs which accompany each border.Finally, by meandering her border designs, you can create an "all-over" design.This is a great resource.My only "complaint" is that I wish the box were a bit larger, as once the templates are unfolded, they do not fit back into the box.

Beginners beware
As a quilting newbie, I bought Follow-the-Line Quilting Designs Volume Two hoping it might help me get started with machine quilting. While this packet of full-size quilt designs does come with a booklet offering an introductory guide to quilting, I needed something more basic still. Fortunately, the author recommends an in-depth guide for beginners like me (Maurine Noble's Machine Quilting Made Easy!). Once I've absorbed the information there, I look forward to experimenting with Follow-the-Line Quilting Designs. And if there's a volume three, I'd suggest the publishers include small-scale versions of the designs in the booklet so users can preview them without having to shuffle through the loose-leaf pattern sheets.

Great Patterns
A great, easy to read and understand resource. Lots of easy to follow patterns with good, clear explanations on how to adapt them for projects. A good way to begin to quilt.

Follow the Line super easy
The designs in this collection are so easy to follow.
Direction for sewing are clearly shown and the designs are truely wonderful.Many of my quilts have had extra quilting added since the purchase of this book.

The Finishing Touch
What a great concept for do it yourself quilt finishers.These patterns are the perfect way to top off your quilting projects whether you are a machine, hand, or long arm machine quilter.The patterns can be custom sized by enlarging or reducing them to fit your own quilt's size blocks and borders.This product offers a variety of patterns and it is especially helpful that the patterns show numbered lines and arrows to get you sewing in the proper continuous line. ... Read more

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Quirky quilting history
This is a quirky little book full of newspaper excerpts about quilting. The best part is the background printing on each page which is a close-up of original fabrics used in the featured quilts. A lovely book to go back to and browse over coffee.

Lots of old newspaper snippets about quilts
This book was enjoyable, but got to be a little redundant after awhile.I loved the photographs of the antique quilts and quilt tops.A good read, then pass it on to the next quilter you know who is interested in quilt history.I don't consider this a book I would read over and over again.

Bringing together closeup images and close up news reports
From the beginning of the 20th century, through 2 World Wars, the Great Depression, the Great Society, the quilt revival,and continuing into the 21st century, quilters have searched their local newspapers, national magazines and books for new patterns and mention of quilts, quilt shows and famous quilters.

In Ms Reich's beautiful new book we will read news of noteworthy quilts and quilters of the 19th century directly from local newspapers of the times.Especially newsworthy were quilts made from "gazillions" of tiny pieces of fabric, painstakingly cut apart and then resewn together in set patterns.It is obvious to this reader that as the 19th century advanced the men who wrote those little filler blurbs became less and less amazed at the feat, and more and more incredulous at why anyone would even attempt such a thing as cutting fabrics into tiny pieces only to sew them back together again into gorgeous patterns.We quilters know why, and so does Ms Reich.

The photos that accompany the text, both in closeup of the fabrics used and the quilts seen as a whole, are incredibly clear and true as to color.Those fabrics are as packed with mouth-watering goodness as a good bar of dark semi-sweet chocolate, and are just as satisfying.In addition the short news articles are often good for a chuckle.This book gives joy on many levels, and as a new addition to the history of quilting is invaluable. ... Read more

Book Description
Whether they're made for family, friends, or just for fun, quilts are always made with love. These talented sisters celebrate home and family in a collection of heartwarming quilts. Get guaranteed fast results with fusible appliqué!

• Commemmorate special times with 15 projects for children, friends, home decorating, and holidays

• Use quick piecing and fusible appliqué in wall quilts, place mats, pillows, and lap- and twin-size quilts

• Gather great ideas for displaying your creations with a bounty of beautifully styled photos ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Wonderful directions!
I collect dress forms so this book definitely caught my eye!Since I can't sew, a friend offered to make the quilt for me and it's turning out terrific.I can't wait to see the finishedproduct.She said that the directions are wonderful and easy to understand.

Great ideas and Patterns
This is a wonderful book that really got my creative juices going.

Pretty quilt projects using fusible machine applique
There are a lot of quilt books out there, so I was pleased to come across this one with a wonderful variety of designs.As someone who has many different types of projects going at once, and needs a refresher on the basics when I pick one up, I found the instruction and format provided excellent! Being a seamstress, I admit I was drawn to the dress design on the cover, but I found some other fun designs inside as well.

The book is very nicely laid out with beautiful and helpful photos.Basic Instruction is provided at the front, with the detailed quilt projects following. Like many quilting books, the focus is on piecing and putting the quilt together, so, while tool basics and some illustrations are included, the reader is directed to other sources if more information is needed on quilting techniques. Not being an experienced quilter, I was hoping for a little more information on this aspect of the quilt, but (at least for the dress quilt I focused on) the authors chose to leave the quilting choice up to the reader.The photos helped, though!

This book is one that inspired me to do more appliqué and to try the machine technique.The authors' introduction about their family sewing experiences was enjoyable reading.
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