Blended Quilts II

Blended Quilts II
Author: Marsha McCloskey
Publisher:
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2004
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780970690050

Blended Quilt Backgrounds

Blended Quilt Backgrounds
Author: Jean Biddick
Publisher: American Quilter's Society
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Patchwork
ISBN: 9781574329292

Quilt block patterns are transformed by Jean Biddick's new background piecing method. Watch blocks float, blend, and reshape themselves as the newly formed backgrounds become an integral part of the quilt s design. These appealing quilts glow on the page as the traditional block designs come alive when enhanced with the author s unique background technique. Her method of eliminating block seam lines allows you to shade and color the background of any quilt instead of using just one fabric. This award-winning quilter leads you through the process with her step-by-step, clear instructions, helping you create a new look for those beloved traditional block designs. Included are many tips that will help both new and experienced quilters refine their piecing skills. This method is easily adapted to an unlimited number of block designs. Multiple patterns for a variety of skill levels are provided, along with a gallery of quilts to inspire your own creativity. Jean has making quilts for more than 30 years and teaching machine piecing for 25. Her quilts have received awards in national competitions and have been exhibited throughout the United States.

The Blended Quilt

The Blended Quilt
Author: Jean Brunstetter
Publisher: Barbour Publishing
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2020-11-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1643526030

Will pursuing Sadie’s dreams mean leaving a romance behind? Sadie Kuhns has a lot happening in her life. She is creating a unique quilt by blending a traditional Amish pattern with a Hawaiian pattern as a tribute to her time spent in the islands, and she is working on a self-published book. But her relationship with Wyman Kauffman has stagnated after six months of courtship. He can’t seem to commit to a profession that would secure a future, and he is jealous of the time Sadie gives to her own pursuits. Is there really any reason to drag this courtship out? Only time will tell in this new novel from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter, writing with her daughter-in-law Jean Brunstetter.

Blended Borders

Blended Borders
Author: Pamela Mostek
Publisher: That Patchwork Place
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Borders, Ornamental (Decorative arts)
ISBN: 9781564779304

Learn how to create stunning quilts with fabulous artistic borders with these quick and simple techniques. In this great new book, popular quilter Pamela Mostek shares the secrets of her innovative Blended Borders technique, which softens the line between the quilt top and the border. Rather than 'colouring inside the lines', Pamela makes artful use of large-scale applique shapes to create quilts of unparalleled artistry. "Blended Borders" features five exquisite projects that showcase some of today's fabulous large, dramatic prints, alongside a full-colour photo gallery for added inspiration. Also included in this volume is an extensive techniques section, which means even novice quilters can achieve expert results.

Quilts for Scrap Lovers

Quilts for Scrap Lovers
Author: Judy Gauthier
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2016-02-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1617451630

Make 16 gorgeous scrap quilts from the scraps in your stash, including odd-shaped leftovers from craft or garment sewing. A unique cutting system helps beginning and seasoned quilters achieve beautiful results. Piece traditional blocks with ease when you start with 3 1/2", 4 1/2", and 5 1/2" squares. Imagine the feeling of accomplishment when you transform novelty, holiday, and even mismatched fabrics into striking quilts!

Creative Quilts from Your Crayon Box

Creative Quilts from Your Crayon Box
Author: Terrie Kygar
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2012-02-07
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1604686979

It's time for new fun with an old favorite--crayons! Using the new Melt-n-Blend technique, anyone can create beautiful applique designs with a dimensional, hand-painted look that brings quilts to life. Learn to tint and shade luscious fruits, gorgeous blossoms, and more--using crayons, colored pencils, and markers Choose from seven inspiring projects of increasing complexity, with something for every skill level Make one-of-a-kind applique designs that can be used in any project--simply fuse them into place

Quilts by Paul D. Pilgrim

Quilts by Paul D. Pilgrim
Author: Gerald E. Roy
Publisher: American Quilter's Society
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Patchwork
ISBN: 9781574327021

Inspired by the quilts in this publication, anyone will be able to turn that stack of Grandmother's unfinished blocks or the patchwork bits and pieces rescued from a flea market into a stunning quilt. This book features 20 full-color, full-page photographs of quilts by Paul D. Pilgrim that blend old blocks and pieces with new fabrics, and it also gives tips on working effectively with these remnants of the past. Commentary by Paul D. Pilgrim and author Gerald E. Roy sheds light on the inspiration for each quilt, and diagrams identify block designs and fabric and block dates, making this book a good tool for historical identification. This publication is sure to result in the rescuing of many an 'orphan' block - and the making of many a beautiful quilt.

Hidden Block Quilts

Hidden Block Quilts
Author: Lerlene Nevaril
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2002
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781571201799

Lerlene Nevaril offers a solution to the challenge of making repeat-block quilts more interesting, by changing patches in traditional blocks, so discovering variations that blend with the original. The volume contains: 13 quilt settings based on Lerlene's hidden block technique; 55 blocks with 45 variations on ten favourite traditional quilt blocks such as carpenter's wheel, friendship star and bear's paw; suggestions for quilt back art; and a gallery of colourful quilts.

Color, Thread & Free-Motion Quilting

Color, Thread & Free-Motion Quilting
Author: Teri Lucas
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2020-07-25
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1617451657

Use color and thread to create the quilting of your dreams! With Color, Thread, & Free-motion Quilting, author Teri Lucas, a world-renowned master machine quilter, shares her brilliance and guidance to hone your machine quilting skills in a helpful, comprehensive, and understandable way. Quilters talk about building their fabric stashes but what about building their thread stashes, which is equally important? This book is a beautiful, well-guided and helpful resource for choosing threads––considering color, kind, and weight; choosing aids to help you quilt successfully; improving your free-motion quilting skills; and ultimately making free-motion quilting FUN! There are also lots of tips and tricks to help make your quilting enjoyable, playful, and frustration-free! Color, Thread & Free-motion Quilting is a comprehensive, go-to book that will be a staple resource in any quilter’s stash; I know it will be in mine!” ~ Pokey Bolton Thready or not! Learn how color, thread, and motif come together in machine quilting Compare actual quilted color wheels on a rainbow of various background fabrics Make your quilting a design element with solid quilting tips and color fundamentals