Craft > Quilting, Patchwork & Appliqué > November 2014
The Quilter's Palette A Workbook of Colour & Pattern Ideas & Effects Katy Denny
The Quilter's Palette uses collections or palettes of fabric blocks to reveal a wide range of ideas for successfully combining colour and pattern in patchwork quilts. It contains over 150 fabric combinations and eight full quilt designs with illustrated step-by-step instructions, and 50 quilt block patterns with templates. Aimed at all levels of patchwork and quilting enthusiasts. Paperback 245 x 190 mm 224 pp Our Price $29.99 140033
Animal Parade Adorable Appliqué Patterns for
Babies Cheri Leffler
Quilting, Patchwork & Appliqué Quilt as-You-Go Made Modern Fresh Techniques for Busy Quilters Jera Brandvig
Do you believe rules were meant to be broken? If so, this improvisational quilt-as-you-go technique is for you. • A modern approach to quilting that's fresh, fun, and simpler than it sounds; it will change the way you quilt (for the better) • 13 projects are easy to transport because they make it simple to pick up where you left off • Allows you to use a pattern or improvise, creating a wide variety of design options • Learn how to finish your own quilts without the use of a longarm professional. Paperback 255 x 205 mm 112 pp Our Price $27.99 140806
Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in Morocco
20 Designs from Rowan for Patchwork and Quilting Kaffe Fassett With its strong rich colours and beautiful mosaics, Fez in Morocco makes the perfect setting for a brilliant new collection from Kaffe Fassett and his chosen designers. Kaffe's own quilts feature new fabrics and for lovers of florals, there are beautiful quilts featuring the Brocade Peony, Gertrude, Joy and flowery Bouffant fabrics. In addition to the traditional gallery of quilts, all photographed on location, the book has Kaffe's wonderfully detailed step-by-step instructions and diagrams for each quilt. Paperback 275 x 215 mm 144 pp Our Price $39.99 140550
Quilting the New Classics 20 Inspired Quilt Projects: Traditional to Modern Designs Michele Muska
Twenty influential quilters from across the stylistic spectrum, including Jacquie Gering, Darlene Zimmerman, Allison Aller and Victoria Findlay Wolfe, present their unique creative vision of timeless designs. Each pattern, from bear paw to flying geese to log cabin, comes with step-by-step instructions for two adaptations: one traditional, the other modern. Paperback 255 x 215 mm 160 pp Our Price $29.99 141030
Combine simple piecing with whimsical appliqué to make adorable quilts for little boys and girls. Each delightful design comes to life with animal appliqués that portray a sense of innocence and friendliness. • Use needle-turn or fusible appliqué to create owls, giraffes, penguins, frogs, foxes and more – full-sized patterns and large appliqué shapes make it all so easy • Enjoy a varied selection of 10 irresistible quilt patterns for everyone from confident beginners to seasoned quilters • Make fun use of colour and create endearing gifts that will bring joy now and as a child grows. Paperback 280 x 215 mm 96 pp Our Price $31.99 140027
20 to Make: Jelly Roll Scraps Carolyn Forster
Using simple sewing, quilting and patchwork techniques, there are 20 projects to choose from, including stylish cushions, pretty little bags and a handy pincushion, all of which are quick and easy to make. If you don't use Jelly Rolls, any odd scraps of fabric can be used instead. All the templates are provided as well as some basic tips and techniques, and each project is accompanied by a list of the materials and tools you need, and clear, step-by-step instructions. Paperback 215 x 155 mm 48 pp Our Price $11.99 140088
Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting Professional-Quality Results on Your Home Machine Natalia Bonner
Includes more than 50 quilting designs to create modern quilts with classic style! Instructions are illustrated with detailed photos that make it much easier to get beautiful results on your home sewing machine. Learn how to quilt all-over, as background filler, on borders and on individual blocks. Features include: • Tips for choosing batting and thread, layering and basting, starting and stopping, and prepping your machine • 6 delightfully geometric quilt projects • Clear step-by-step photography • Loops and swirls, feathers and flames, flowers and vines, pebbles and more! Paperback 255 x 205 mm 176 pp Our Price $34.99 120787
Amish Quilts of Lancaster County Patricia Herr
Add interest to your quilts with these continuous line designs. • Beautifully artistic continuous line quilting designs • Choose from six special interest categories: Around the World, Transportation, Leisure, Celebrate, Toys for Boys, Pearls for Girls and Zodiac • Adaptable for hand or machine use • Versatile and can be used as accents or fillers. Paperback 240 x 270 mm 96 pp Our Price $39.99 140842
Enjoy the bold design and glowing colours of these 82 Amish quilts which have been exhibited worldwide in major museums and venues. This volume gives new insight into their beauty, using over 350 detailed colour photographs and discussions of Amish culture, quilting patterns, materials and construction. Readers may be inspired to create their own versions and will understand more about how quilting evolved in the Lancaster Amish community and enjoy the full-page views of each beautiful quilt. Paperback 280 x 215 mm 192 pp Our Price $59.99 140782
Unconventional & Unexpected
Appliqué Mastery Create Your Own Quilt
A stunning collection of approximately 150 quirky, eccentric, maverick and extraordinary quilts made predominantly by anonymous quilters in the United States during the last half of the 20th century. Unlike the quilts replicating traditional patterns of earlier centuries and the art quilts that we've become accustomed to seeing, these surprising quilts represent a much freer, more casual, utilitarian aesthetic that departs from (and returns to) a multitude of norms and standards. The author presents the best quilts in his collection along with essays that help to contextualise them. Hardback 280 x 240 mm 224 pp Our Price $59.99 140830
An exclusive peek into the studio of award-winning appliqué master Philippa Naylor. She takes quilters on a step-by-step journey through her process of designing a competition appliquéd quilt from start to finish. • A wide range of appliqué techniques are explored – from the very easy to the very involved – including turned edge, satin stitch, blanket stitch, free-motion raw edge and bias strip • Includes a quilt pattern with detailed instructions so quilters can put the appliqué techniques into practice immediately • Stunning full-colour photographs will awe and inspire. Paperback 280 x 215 mm 128 pp Our Price $57.99 141059
99 Continuous Quilting Designs Lone Jacobsen
American Quilts Below the Radar 1950–2000 Roderick Kiracofe
Masterpiece: Processes, Possibilities & Pattern Phillippa Naylor
The Ultimate Guide to Art Quilting Surface Design, Patchwork, Appliqué, Quilting, Embellishing, Finishing Linda Seward
Accessible, beautiful and lavishly illustrated with over 1000 illustrations, this guide goes step-by-step through every creative option needed to create an art quilt. From the essentials, like enlarging and transferring patterns, to surface design techniques that add texture and colour, to piecing, machine stitching, appliqué, finishing and embellishing, this book has it all. Galleries of stunning art quilts provide extra inspiration. Paperback 280 x 215 mm 256 pp Our Price $34.99 140953
Wild Blooms & Colorful Creatures 15 Appliqué Projects: Quilts, Bags, Pillows & More Wendy Williams
Create landscapes filled with fanciful flowers and creatures from field, forest and ocean. In a style that's part folk, part contemporary, and entirely delightful, easy freezer-paper techniques and wool felt make the stitching go quickly. Add to the fun by embellishing with hand embroidery and machine quilting. • 15 projects for all skill levels: quilts, pillows, bags, sewing kit, needle case and more • Give your appliqué a fresh new look by mixing wool with cotton and linen fabrics • Includes instructions for 13 embroidery stitches. Paperback 280 x 215 mm 112 pp Our Price $34.99 140049
Garden Party Reiko Kato
A sweet and enchanting book full of her friendly characters and of little pictures going through the seasons. Houses, cute rabbits, bears and mice are the stars of her little quilts and accessories. The 30 projects feature detailed illustrations, step-by-step instructions, assembly tips, hints for perfect finishing, full size pull out templates and beautiful colour photos of the finished projects. From Quiltmania with text in both French and English. Paperback 260 x 210 mm 244 pp Our Price $59.99 120748
Bonnie's Garden Bonnie Sullivan
Welcome to the extraordinary garden imagined by Bonnie Sullivan! Cats play with birds among flowers on quilts, appliqué pictures, cushions, table runners, hooked rugs, punch needle projects and other ideas, putting woollen and brushed cotton fabrics to good use. The 20 projects feature detailed illustrations, step-by-step instructions, assembly tips, hints for perfect finishing, full size pull out templates and beautiful colour photos of the finished projects. From Quiltmania with text in both French and English. Paperback 260 x 210 mm 136 pp Our Price $59.99 120746
Bobbin Country Stitches Els Feteris
Els Feteris, a very popular quilt designer in The Netherlands, includes 20 projects to decorate your house throughout the seasons. Her small quilts and easy accessories will add a little touch of country style to your home. Features detailed illustrations, step-by-step instructions, full size pull out templates and beautiful colour photos of the finished projects. From Quiltmania with text in both French and English. Paperback 260 x 210 mm 192 pp Our Price $54.99 120744
The Complete Guide to Quilting Techniques Essential Techniques and
Step-by-Step Projects for Making Beautiful Quilts Pauline Brown
This book offers plenty of instruction for the novice, while introducing a range of ideas and projects that are challenging enough for the experienced quilter to enjoy. Each project covers several quilt making techniques to help you progress your skills; everything from fabric selection and rotary cutting, through simple and complex piecing and stitching methods, to working with unusual materials and a range of quilting styles from all over the world. As well as the suggested projects, detailed stepby-steps of every technique are included with ideas for composing fresh colour schemes. Hardback 260 x 230 mm 256 pp Our Price $39.99 140754
Taupe Inspirations Modern Quilts Inspired by Japanese Taupes Kylie Irvine
Be inspired by the soft gentle colours of Japanese Taupes and Kylie Irvine's charming designs. The colours give a soothing comfort to these modern quilts while the naive flowers lend a sense of whimsy. These quilts and projects will add a designer touch to your decor and be beautifully functional. Quilts, cushion covers, sewing cases, bags and more, each one full of inspiration. Paperback 275 x 215 mm 96 pp Our Price $39.99 111660
The Graceful Garden: A Jacobean Fantasy Quilt Denise Sheehan
Enjoy a relaxing stroll through this Jacobean-inspired graceful garden with beautiful flowers, meandering branches, whirligigs, courtyard steps and more. Full colour step-by-step photographs for this block-of-the-month quilt featuring appliqué blocks with embroidered accents and complementary pieced blocks inspired by the art of the 17th Century. Techniques include starch method appliqué and rotary cutting instructions. Also learn how to make five additional projects-including a pieced vanity chair cover and a sweet pincushion. Paperback 280 x 215 mm 112 pp Our Price $44.99 100876
Bright & Bold Quilts Gift Wrap Kim Schaefer Give your gifts a bold, modern flair – wrap them in paper featuring gorgeous quilts by Kim Schaefer. This high-quality, luxurious, all-occasion paper is the perfect way to show off your love of quilting or to dress up any gift for a quilt lover. The whole book makes a great gift, too! • 12 high-quality, tear-out wrapping paper sheets each measure 760 x 510 mm – plus 12 gift tags! • The collection includes 4 stunning modern quilts by best-selling author and quilt designer Kim Schaefer • Book format protects unused sheets; slides into any bookshelf for easy storage. Our Price $19.99 140805
Elm Creek Quilts Loyal Union Sampler Gift Wrap Jennifer Chiaverini
Gifts that are almost too beautiful to open? This high-quality, luxurious, all-occasion paper is the perfect way to show off your love of quilting or to dress up any gift for a quilt lover. The whole book makes a great gift, too! • 12 high-quality, tear-out wrapping paper sheets each measure 760 x 510 mm – plus 12 gift tags! • The collection includes 4 unique designs from best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverini's The Loyal Union Sampler from Elm Creek Quilts • Book format protects unused sheets; slides into any bookshelf for easy storage. Our Price $19.99 140800
Eco Tote Quilted in Honour Alex Anderson, Angela Walters ...
Featuring quilt designs both modern and traditional quilters will love. Proceeds from the sale of this striking eco tote will be donated to the American military charity Operation Homefront whose mission is to support veterans and their loved ones. • Made from 100% recycled polypropylene-plastic water bottles! • Sturdy with reinforced stitching all around • Shoulder-length handle makes it easier to carry • Measures 380 x 395 x 200 mm. Our Price $11.99 131431
Eco Tote Posey Patch Corey Yoder
Functionality meets fashion in this eco-chic tote made from 100% recycled plastic water bottles. Roomy, sturdy, and water-resistant, Eco Totes hold everything you need for quilt class, grocery shopping, heading to the beach or going to the gym. This newest addition to our line of stylish and environmentally conscious tote bags features lovely detail from the quilt, Posey Patch, by Corey Yoder. • New and improved colour • Even more durable than before, with a stronger zipper and sturdier stitching • Features reinforced bottom panel for standing upright. Our Price $14.99 140201 Can Do Books 608 Burwood Road (PO Box 46) Hawthorn Victoria 3122
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