Quilter's Bible : The Indispensable Guide to Patchwork, Quilting and Applique by Linda Clements (2011, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherDavid & Charles Publishers
ISBN-100715336266
ISBN-139780715336267
eBay Product ID (ePID)109128378

Product Key Features

Book TitleQuilter's Bibles : the Indispensable Guide to Patchwork, Quilting and Applique
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicQuilts & Quilting, Reference
Publication Year2011
IllustratorYes
GenreCrafts & Hobbies
AuthorLinda Clements
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight36.1 Oz
Item Length10.8 in
Item Width8.2 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal746.46043
Table Of ContentIntroduction; Section 1: Getting Started; Tools, materials, working with fabrics, using templates, drawing and cutting shapes Section 2: Patchwork; Blocks such as Log Cabin, Lone Star, Mariner's Compass and Tumbling Blocks; hand piecing, English paper piecing, Seminole patchwork, foundation piecing, crazy patchwork, sashing and quilt borders. Section 3: Applique; Fabrics and threads, 3D applique, applique perse, fusible web applique and shadow applique Section 4: Quilting; How to mark out quilt designs, hand quilting, machine quilting, long arm quilting, Sashiko quilting, Celtic quilting, quilt-as-you-go, tied quilting, corded quilting and stuffed (trapunto) quilting. Section 5: Finishing Off; Templates; Useful Information, Glossary and Bibliography; Suppliers; Index.
SynopsisEvery quilter, whether new or experienced, should own this comprehensive guide to all quilting techniques. Packed full of expert advice on all aspects of quilting, patchwork, and applique, it holds the answer to all your quilting questions. This is the most comprehensive book on the market for patchwork, quilting, and applique techniques and is ideal for both the beginner looking for trustworthy advice in a single volume and the committed quilter searching for authoritative reference for seldom-used techniques. It presents essential advice and instructions alongside a wide range of inspirational samples of work collected from international top-name quilters. It also features over 15 quilt projects, including: Cot quilts Bed quilts Lap quilts Bags Cushions Wall hangings Table mats and runners And other beautiful projects for the home Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams and stunning photography combine to create this must-have resource for quilters of all abilities. Techniques covered include: Quilting basics (such as making a quilt sandwich) Hand and machine quilting Basting and binding a quilt Big stitch Sashiko Corded and stuffed (trapunto) quilting There are instructions for over 100 different patchwork blocks, with detailed instructions for different kinds of piecing such as English paper piecing, foundation piecing, and strip piecing. Techniques for applique are also included which cover different types of applique such as needle-turn, reverse, inlaid, and shadow applique, as well as using freezer paper and fusible web., Deals with patchwork, quilting and applique techniques. Suitable for both the beginners as well as the committed quilters, this book features over 15 projects including cot quilts, bed quilts, lap quilts, bags, cushions, wall hangings, table mats and runners, and other projects for the home., Every quilter, whether you are new or more experienced, should own this comprehensive guide to all quilting techniques. Packed full of expert advice on all aspects of quilting, patchwork and applique it holds the answer to all your quilting questions.This is the most comprehensive book on the market for patchwork, quilting and applique techniques and is ideal for both the beginner looking for trustworthy advice in a single volume and the committed quilter searching for authoritative reference for seldom-used techniques. It presents essential advice and instructions alongside a wide range of inspirational samples of work collected from international top-name quilters. It also features over 15 quilt projects including cot quilts, bed quilts, lap quilts, bags, cushions, wall hangings, table mats and runners, and other beautiful projects for the home. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams and stunning photography combine to create this must-have resource for quilters of all abilities.Techniques covered include quilting basics such as making a quilt sandwich, hand and machine quilting, basting and binding a quilt. Other techniques include big stitch, sashiko, free motion, corded and stuffed (trapunto) quilting. There are instructions for over 100 different patchwork blocks, with detailed instructions for different kinds of piecing such as English paper piecing, foundation piecing and strip piecing.Techniques for applique are also included which cover different types of applique such as needle-turn; reverse, inlaid and shadow applique as well as using freezer paper and fusible web., Every quilter, whether you are new or more experienced, should own this comprehensive guide to all quilting techniques. Packed full of expert advice on all aspects of quilting, patchwork and applique it holds the answer to all your quilting questions. This is the most comprehensive book on the market for patchwork, quilting and applique techniques and is ideal for both the beginner looking for trustworthy advice in a single volume and the committed quilter searching for authoritative reference for seldom-used techniques. It presents essential advice and instructions alongside a wide range of inspirational samples of work collected from international top-name quilters. It also features over 15 quilt projects including cot quilts, bed quilts, lap quilts, bags, cushions, wall hangings, table mats and runners, and other beautiful projects for the home. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams and stunning photography combine to create this must-have resource for quilters of all abilities. Techniques covered include quilting basics such as making a quilt sandwich, hand and machine quilting, basting and binding a quilt. Other techniques include big stitch, sashiko, free motion, corded and stuffed (trapunto) quilting. There are instructions for over 100 different patchwork blocks, with detailed instructions for different kinds of piecing such as English paper piecing, foundation piecing and strip piecing. Techniques for applique are also included which cover different types of applique such as needle-turn; reverse, inlaid and shadow applique as well as using freezer paper and fusible web.
LC Classification NumberTT835

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  • Very good book. It covers multi forms of quilting along with quilted items. There also are pictures of the block construction to make what you see.

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  • Amazing guide to quilting

    Great book. As advertised. Covers all aspects of quilting from very basic to advanced design. Very helpful for a beginner, especially descriptions of equipment and techniques. Love the book!

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