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Stashtastic 2

Author : Doug Leko

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 83 pages

File Size : 23,22 MB

Release : 2022-10-03

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683562372

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On your mark, get set, sew! Looking for a fabulous assortment of prints, colors, and styles? Fat quarters are the most economical way to fulfill that desire! Measuring 18" × 21" (which is a half yard of fabric cut in half at the fold), fat quarters afford the opportunity to cut pieces large and small. According to author Doug Leko, fat quarters are the cream of the precut crop! Inside you'll find a dozen fat quarter-friendly quilt patterns to make cozy throws and bed-size quilts, plus an eye-popping 21 different colorways to jump-start your palette. Whether you have a stash filled with fat quarters to choose from or buy a new array of them when you're ready to sew, the fun begins from the moment you start combining, shuffling, and arranging them to your heart's content. Let's quilt!



25 Days to Better Machine Quilting

Author : Lori Kennedy

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 131 pages

File Size : 49,23 MB

Release : 2020-06-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683560957

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Book Description

Machine-quilting pro Lori Kennedy has taught hundreds of quilters how to start and, more importantly, how to improve their machine quilting. Now she's packed her vast knowledge, and more than 150 up-close photos, into 25 hands-on lessons you can turn to anytime you need guidance. Each lesson has a practice session and questions to help you evaluate what worked and where you may need a bit more practice. Whether you stitch your way through a lesson a day or save them for weekend quilting time, you'll soon be building skills and confidence, and quilting your projects with ease. You'll learn: Why it's important to start doodling (page 19) How to prevent drag or resistance when quilting a big quilt (page 44) When to mark, and ways to avoid marking pitfalls (page 72) How to create focal points and contrast with your quilting (page 116)



Season to Taste

Author : Jessica Dayon

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 207 pages

File Size : 11,46 MB

Release : 2020-12-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683561252

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Book Description

Making your home cozy for any season of the year has never been easier. Designer Jessica Dayon offers a dozen quilt designs, three for each season. Whether you want to make a warm and snuggly flannel quilt for fall, stitch a bright and cheerful design for family picnics, or top your bed with soothing spring pastels, these patterns cover all the bases. Patterns for lap and bed quilts will have you swapping out the quilt decor in your home as easily as you turn the pages on a calendar.



Bertie's Year

Author : Bonnie Sullivan

Publisher :

Page : 80 pages

File Size : 35,32 MB

Release : 2020-12-07

Category :

ISBN : 9781683561101

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Whether you stitch the adventures of designer Bonnie Sullivan's little bird, Bertie, in individual month-by-month mini quilts or you prefer to combine a year's worth of settings to make a larger quilt, the seasonal scenes are sure to delight. A mix of wool, flannel, and simple embroidery combines to depict Bertie's clever escapades, each easy enough to complete in no time! This beloved set of artfully photographed and illustrated patterns--never before compiled in a book--is a must-have for your quilting bookshelf.



101 Itty Bitty Celebrations

Author : Lisa Bongean

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 67 pages

File Size : 31,48 MB

Release : 2021-01-04

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683561287

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Every day deserves to be celebrated, and with 101 Itty Bitties to choose from, it's easy to make that happen. Use wool scraps and a bit of hand stitching to create 2" squares with motifs and sayings for holidays, seasons, sports, gardening, pets, and more. The designs are quick to complete and make perfect take-along projects. Tuck the tiny treasures into vignettes, turn them into wearable art, add a magnet and display them on your refrigerator, tie them to a gift, or send one to a friend to brighten their day--the possibilities are endless. Make an Itty Bitty (or 101!) and make every day a celebration!



Moda All-Stars - Soft Spot

Author : Lissa Alexander

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 99 pages

File Size : 39,70 MB

Release : 2021-11-15

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683561759

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Book Description

With Soft Spot, it's easy to show off your style at home, even if you're short on time. Pillows don't require much time or fabric, so go ahead and pile them on the sofa, stack them in a big basket, swap them out with the seasons--or change them for no reason! Besides adding punch to your decor, pillows offer excellent opportunities to try a variety of techniques. So why not experiment with a new-to-you shape, insert a zipper closure, dabble in a different color scheme, or add a touch of applique? The Moda All-Star contributors share their expert tips so you can become a pillow-making pro! You'll learn how to make perfect pillow corners and gain insight on the benefit of quilting pillow tops. With so many fresh looks from your favorite designers, you'll be living in cushioned comfort! The All-Stars are donating all royalties from the sale of this book to Operation Gratitude (OperationGratitude.org).



Quilt Club

Author : Paula Barnes

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 83 pages

File Size : 13,76 MB

Release : 2021-12-15

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683561805

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Book Description

If you love vintage quilts and admire how they contain an incredible variety of fabrics, this book is for you. Gather your quilting friends and create your own Quilt Club. Together you can make super scrappy quilts the easy way! Sharing quilt blocks with friends is like adding extra helpings of scrappiness and happiness to your next project. Paula Barnes and Mary Ellen Robinson, owners of the pattern company Red Crinoline Quilts, are known for their stunning quilts that often replicate patterns from the 1800s. Their instructions are geared toward today's quilters, tools, and methods, so you can easily re-create the vintage look. Gain expert tips on setting up a block exchange so you and your friends can take advantage of everyone's fabric stashes. Make quilts with the help of your friends, or sew on your own. Instructions are suited to both options! Get ready to fill your home with spectacular scrap quilts reminiscent of days gone by.



Time-Honored Traditions

Author : Annette Plog

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 83 pages

File Size : 14,61 MB

Release : 2021-03-19

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683561368

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Love the look of reproduction quilts but wonder why some look as though they stepped right out of the nineteenth century while others don't? Remaking vintage quilts is a cinch when you know the secrets! Follow Annette Plog's lead as she teaches you to make scrappy reproductions that look just like the antique quilts that inspired them. With plenty of detailed photography and facts about fabric, Annette covers everything from authentic color combinations to building a fabric stash that includes all the perfect colors and prints, plus tips and tricks for making all of your quilts sparkle. With your curated fabric stash, you'll be able to fast forward to cutting and stitching any project any time, including the 13 featured quilts.



Buttermilk Basin's Pick of the Crop

Author : Stacy West

Publisher : That Patchwork Place

Page : 80 pages

File Size : 10,38 MB

Release : 2021-04-08

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ISBN : 9781683561231

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Book Description

Stacy West mixes wool and cotton fabrics, motifs, and colors beautifully--and with her guidance, you can too! All of the 18 designs are perfect for home decor pieces and as thoughtful gifts for your favorite fall fanatic.



Jelly Roll Jam

Author : Barbara Groves

Publisher : Martingale

Page : 137 pages

File Size : 39,57 MB

Release : 2022-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1683561880

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Are Jelly Rolls your jam? If you're like most quilters, you love those bundles of precut 2-1/2" strips that bring a ribbon of sweetness from every piece in a fabric collection--yet you sometimes wonder what to do with them. Here's your answer! Barb Groves and Mary Jacobson of Me and My Sister Designs are experts at creating quick-and-easy quilts using precuts, and now they share nine of their favorite Jelly Roll patterns. Discover inspiring designs, perfect for throws, baby quilts, graduation gifts, and more. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter, you're sure to enjoy this fresh batch of patterns for your favorite Jelly Rolls!