Yoko Saito Through the Years


Book Description

Experience the magnificent work of one of the world's most esteemed quilt artists in this retrospective of Japanese master quilter Yoko Saito. Ms. Saito's distinguished career unfolds in dozens of spectacular photographs that reveal her astonishing patchwork and applique creations up close like never before - all sewn to perfection. Admirers will revel in this gorgeous hardcover keepsake volume as they read about Ms. Saito's fascinating artistic journey, in her own words.




Yoko Saito's I Love Houses


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Japanese master quilter Yoko Saito returns with an all-new collection of house projects to build and enjoy! Twenty bags, totes, purses, pouches, wall quilts, and more celebrate two sides of Ms. Saito's work - her traditional patchwork roots and her fanciful appliqué creations. Create a city skyline, construct a tiny town, stitch and frame single dwellings, or appliqué a giant mushroom house owned by two little ladybugs - so many fresh ideas to savor. Inspired by her travels throughout Europe and the Scandinavian countries, Yoko Saito clearly feels right at home with houses - they reflect the warmth of the world around us.




Yoko Saito's Traditional Block Patterns


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Admired and honored Japanese designer, quilter, author, and teacher Yoko Saito goes back to some of the original patchwork blocks that she fell in love with when she began quilting. Ms. Saito brings her remarkable sense of color and layout to 23 projects made in her beautiful Japanese taupes.This book is published by Stitch Publications, is distributed by Martingale, and is nonreturnable.




Captivating Quilt


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Get the look of celebrated quiltmaker Yoko Saito in traditional patchwork or gorgeous appliqué. With an incredible 70 new patterns from the master quiltmakers of Yoko Saito's famed Quilt Party quiltmaking school and quilt shop, you'll be making even the humblest block a thing of beauty. Whether you're looking for traditional patchwork quilts, adorable puppy place mats, or exquisitely appliquéd bags, beautiful photos and full-size patterns will help you recreate the look you adore.




Yoko Saito's Floral Bouquet Quilts


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Yoko Saito, an acclaimed designer, quilter, author and teacher from Japan is known around the world for her ingenious use of "taupe color". In this book, Floral Bouquet Quilts, she once again uses fabric and design to create exquisite works of art. She offers 29 different projects from pouches and bags to cushion covers and wall quilts, including an interesting three dimensional technique for flower petals. If you love Yoko Saito's designs, this book is sure to please you.




Yoko Saito's Strolling Along Paths of Green


Book Description

Yoko Saito, a prominent quilt artist in Japan, is known for her exquisite designs and ingenious use of "taupe color." In "Strolling Along Paths of Green, Ms. Saito finds beauty in the most common trees and plants and interprets them in quilt projects in such a way that is uniquely charming. She offers 33 different projects, including 2 quilts made up of plants seen through the four seasons, pouches and many kinds of bags.




Yoko Saito's Bags I Love to Carry


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Japanese master quilter Yoko Saito is known the world over for her exquisite handbags. In this gorgeously photographed book, she shares 26 bag patterns with a focus on beauty, purpose, and comfort. Bags of all shapes and sizes feature motifs inspired by nature and traditional patchwork, most in Ms. Saito's signature taupe color palettes. With designs from big, boxy bags to petite pouches with curvy shapes, readers will learn Ms. Saito's methods for flawless piecing and applique - information on essential stitches and tools are included, along with how-to photos of basic techniques. Each pattern includes materials and cutting lists plus illustrated instructions. Whether stitchers are looking for casual bags for everyday use or spectacular bags fit for special occasions, they'll find the perfect handbag to create in this inspiring collection.




Yoko Saito's Woolwork


Book Description

Yoko Saito, a world-famous quilter, designer, teacher and shop owner from Japan delights her audience with this book that focuses on quilts, bags and other projects made primarily of wool and yarn-dyed homespuns. Instructions are included for rug hooking, needle-felting, piecework and appliqué. The projects, practical with a touch of whimsy, will have you scouring closets for no longer used woolen clothing to turn into something fun and new.




Yoko Saito's My Quilts


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From Japanese master quilt artist Yoko Saito comes this collection of exquisite quilts, bags, and more, each immersed in tradition yet refreshingly modern in style. In Yoko Saito's Bautiful Bags, Pouches & Quilts, Ms. Saito shares 26 all-new designs that spotlight her immaculate attention to the tiniest details --pleats, tucks, scallops, and whimsical motifs infuse each piece with originality. Using patchwork, applique, and embroidery, Ms. Saito surprises with speckles of color among her celebrated taupe color palettes. Projects that spotlight nature-inspired motifs and fascinating geometric patterns include everything from small quilts and mini pouches to roomy handbags and a notepad cover. Instructions and full-sized pullout patterns for making each project are included.