In Quilted Panels in Black & White, readers explore exciting ways to use fabric panels & large prints, whether old stash pieces or new designs just released. Author Kay Capps Cross presents 12 projects with her signature black-&-white style. Readers will learn how to use a variety of techniques to transform their own fabric panels & print stashes into attractive quilts & wall hangings. A gallery of 10 additional quilts by the author provides even more inspiration for working with panels & prints. About the Author: Kay Capps Cross is the author of Black & White & Pieced All Over. Kay travels around the country teaching at guilds & shops & is regularly featured in magazines, including American Patchwork & Quilting, Mc Calls Quilting, Mc Calls Quick Quilts, Fabric Trends, Quilters World, Quick Quilts & Magic Patch. ...

The Quilters Edge: Borders, Bindings & Finishing Touches Quilters will learn new techniques to enhance the character of any quilt in The Quilters Edge. This book teaches quilters how to use a variety of quilting skills to take a completed quilt to a fabulous finish. Filled with more than 150 step-by-step instructional colour photos, this guide fills a highly sought after niche in quilting books. Readers will appreciate the 25 illustrations that demonstrate effectiveness of finished edges in enhancing an entire quilt. Featured techniques include scalloped edges, setting options, size options, binding secrets, curved edges, notched edges, quilt labels & more. In addition quilters gain valuable formulas for working out yardage & size. About the Author Darlene Zimmerman appraises, researches, lectures & collects 1930s Depression era quilts. She is a frequent contributor of articles on vintage quilts to popular publications. ...

Quilters Desk Diary 2012 Stay organized in style with The Quilters Desk Diary 2012. Each weekly spread features a month quick-glance overview & ample room for notes, as well as a beautiful full page image of an inspirational quilt. This colourful organizer will provide the quilter with creative inspiration throughout the year & showcases the works of some of the worlds top quilt designers. This diary features up-to-date information about international quilting exhibition organizers & events, as well as key national competitions, so quilters will always be able to find out whats going on near them. ...

The Quilters Guild Collection: Contemporary Quilts, Heritage Inspiration The Quilters Guild Heritage Collection is the largest national collection of antique patchwork & quilting in the UK, containing over 450 items that date as far back as the 18th century. In this inspirational book, 12 contemporary quiltmakers each take their stimulus from a different item in the collection to create a stunning modern quilt, demonstrating their unique creative processes along the way. Opening with an authoritative introduction to the history of British patchwork & quilting, from the 17th to the 20th century, the book is an invaluable resource for those seeking accurate historical information. Within the project section, each quilter discusses her approach, illustrated by pages from sketchbooks & work-in-progress samples, giving practical advice on developing ideas & turning them into contemporary quilt designs. About the Author The Quilters Guild of the British Isles is an educational charity established in 1979 & is now the UKs pre-eminent quilting organisation, with over 7, 000 members. The book is edited by Bridget Long, quilt historian & former President of the Quilters Guild. ...

Quilting Blocks & Pattern-a-Day Calendar 2012 Nearly 250 quilt block patterns & 65 all-new quilts make the 2012 edition of Accords Quilting Block & Pattern-a-day Calendar a feast for the eyes as well as for thimbled fingers. The front of each page shows a full-colour finished quilt or quilt block; the back provides the corresponding pattern complete with fabric requirements & finshed sizes. ...

Product Description This book introduces the reader to many different techniques- all of which are used to create something desirable. Starting with simple hand & machine quilting, the book then offers pattern glossaries for borders & motifs. More advanced quilting techniques such as tied, corded & padded work are included, too. The next section covers patchwork & applique. Readers will find out how to use both simple single shapes & more complicated block patterns to create impressive effects. Finally, there is information on how to create all types of personal imagery in applique, which can be applied to many different items. About the Author Cheryl Owen, former fashion designer, specialises in innovative projects for a wide range of crafts. She is author of more than a dozen craft books for children & adults on subjects including soft furnishings, toys, fancy dress, & jewellery making. She also provides projects for a wide range of craft magazines & partworks. ...

Quilting from Start to Finish: Traditions, Designs & Techniques The story of quilting is fascinating to quilters & non-quilters alike. Its history encompasses social change, craftsmanship, history, & style. Modern designs & techniques are expanding in number every day & the inspiration & celebration of this wonderful craft is still growing. The Complete Encyclopedia of Quilting is a detailed, practical, & lavish review of the designs, tools, & techniques of this fascinating craft. Drawing on the expertise & experience of the worlds finest quilters to offer the most comprehensive visual reference to the designs, styles, & development of the quilt to the present day. A guide to the most prominent, beautiful, unusual, familiar, & best-loved quilting designs, with detailed information on the tools & techniques used to create them. About the Author Katherine Guerrier is an experienced quilter & author, & here she heads an impressive group of contributors; all experienced quilting teachers & award-winning designers. Anne Walker is the author of the Weekend Quilter series. Christine Porter was recently featured on televisions Simply Quilts. Sandie Lushs quilts have won first place at two UK national championships. ...