Ultimate Quilting Bible


Book Description

Quilting is a hugely popular pastime, with many people all over the world producing beautiful quilts to be displayed as wall hangings for display, as well as to be used as bedcovers and throws. Now available in paperback, this best-selling title is THE essential guide to quilting. This book aims to cover all the basic techniques that are used in making a quilt, whatever kind you might wish to create. Learn about materials and equipment, and choosing the right sewing machine to work for you in chapter 1, then move onto fabrics and their characteristics in the following chapter. A section on colour and pattern will help you design your quilt, as you decide which of the quilt-making traditions you are most drawn to: wholecloth and strippy quilts, pieced quilts, appliquéd quilts, embellished quilts or folded quilts. With inspirational photographs of traditional and well-loved designs in each section, as well as specific techniques that apply to each quilt, you will be spoilt for choice. There is also a section on the care, cleaning and storage of quilts, as well as a glossary of quilt-making terms. This comprehensive guide also offers clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams to show each stage of the quilting process. It’ll be the one resource that you will turn to time and time again.




Ultimate Quilting Bible


Book Description

Certain challenges are often faced when learning how to quilt. As a beginner, you must acquire a basic understanding and the necessary tools and equipment. As you gain interest and improve, your boundaries will only be limited by your imagination. The Ultimate Quilting Bible is the complete guide to both machine and hand quilting as well as patchwork and appliqué. Marie Clayton covers all the basics and each chapter is devoted to one key area of quilting; chapters include quiltmaking basics, making a quilt top, advanced techniques, embellishments, designing and adapting, caring for quilts and connections. This comprehensive guide also offers clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams to show each stage of the quilting process. It’ll be the one resource that you will turn to time and time again. (60,000 words) Collins & Brown is proud to expand on this popular series, other titles include Ultimate Sewing Bible (9781843404118) and Ultimate Knitting Bible (9781843404507).




Modern Quilt Bible


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A comprehensive reference for contemporary quilters, with ten projects included. Learn how to create stunning modern quilts with the Modern Quilt Bible: the ultimate reference guide to patchwork and quilting techniques. Author of Beginner's Guide to Quilting Liz Betts explains over one hundred techniques used by designers to create eye-catching modern quilts. Try your hand at improv piecing, free motion quilting, playing with scale, curved piecing, and much more. There are featured quilts from the world’s best modern quilt designers and ten unique quilted projects using a range of modern quilt techniques so you can practice your newfound skills.




The Quilter's Bible


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An essential reference with a collection of projects to inform and inspire quilters. This book presents essential know-how—together with a wide range of inspirational projects, tips, and ideas collected from international top-name quilters. Ideal for both beginners looking for trustworthy advice in a single volume and committed quilters searching for authoritative reference on seldom-used techniques, it features over fifteen projects including cot quilts, bed quilts, lap quilts, bags, cushions, wall hangings, table mats, runners, and other beautiful projects for the home. Includes color photos and illustrations.




The Quilter's Block Bible


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The ultimate quilter's block reference and resource book for both hobbyists and professionals who are fascinated by the quilting craft. Packed with ideas, hints, tips, and expert advice. 150 photos.




Ultimate Quilt Block Collection


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Create hundreds of quilts with this guide for quilters of all skill levels, featuring over sixty block designs with step-by-step instructions. From the creative mind of renowned quilter Lynne Goldsworthy comes Ultimate Quilt Block Collection, featuring more than sixty of Lynne’s designs—colorful blocks in both classic and modern patterns using a wide range of motifs and fabrics. From basic units like flying geese to more intricate designs based on foundation paper piecing, there’s something in this comprehensive guide for quilters of varying skill levels. Lynne offers clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by beautiful color photos for every project and provides additional instruction in sewing your completed blocks into a finished quilt. Novice quilters can use this book to reinforce the basics, while advanced quilters will discover a wealth of inspiration and encouragement to experiment with original fabric and color combinations. Start quilting today! Inside Ultimate Quilt Block Collection: More than sixty distinctive quilt block designs Thorough, step-by-step guidance for quilters from novice to advanced A wide variety of techniques and patterns that you can follow or use as inspiration for your own original blocks Hundreds of full-color photographs that serve as visual references for each project Instructions and advice from a recognized worldwide quilting expert




Happy Endings


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A must for every quilter's library, this is the classic book on finishing--back by popular demand! First published in 1987, this popular resource has sold more than 275,000 copies and is still the one quilters want. Well-known author and quiltmaking expert Mimi Dietrich shows you all you need to know about finishing quilts with style. Discover dozens of creative ways to finish your quilts, from easy to advanced Find terrific ideas for quilt backings, battings, bindings, and hanging sleeves Get creative with a great section on quilt borders Learn from Mimi Dietrich's "Happy Ending Hints," sprinkled throughout the book




The Ultimate Guide to Longarm Machine Quilting


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From maintenance to custom designs to advertising, here is everything you need to know about using longarm quilting machines. This indispensable guide from longarm expert Linda V. Taylor answers all of your questions, whether you’re a professional, a beginner, just starting to think about a quilting machine, or wanting to hire a machine quilter to finish your quilt. Learn the basics - how the process works, advice on tools, supplies, and accessories, and a glossary of terms. Complete information on pantograph (all-over) designs, custom quilting, and freehand techniques. An overview of the business of longarm machine quilting for both the proprietor and the consumer. 38 pages of original pantograph patterns, plus a quilt project and a gallery of beautiful quilts.




Ultimate Paper Craft Bible


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This volume in Collins & Brown’s bestselling Ultimate series reveals all the techniques you need to begin making beautiful projects with paper. The book covers all the basic papercraft techniques, many of which can be achieved using only paper, scissors and glue. There is even a chapter on materials as well as a useful tools section for more advanced papercrafting techniques. Once you've got the basics covered, you will be amazed at the variety of paper techniques there are to explore. Various paper treatments are covered in the sections on colouring, decorating and texturing. You will learn how to make beautiful cards for family and friends in the cardmaking chapter, and add a special personal touch to gifts by making your own envelopes, giftwrap and gift boxes. The scrapbooking chapter is packed full of ideas on ways to preserve memories of trips and events. Decorative techniques can be found in the papercutting and origami chapters, and there is a final chapter on other papercrafts which includes techniques such as papier maché, decoupage, quilling and advice on the best ways to make your own paper.




Complete Guide to Quilting


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A one-stop quilting reference for beginners and experts Better Homes and Gardens Complete Guide to Quilting shows readers how to master every technique, method, tool, fabric, block, seam, knot, and stitch. It's like a private "show me" quilt class designed to help quilters expand their skills.