Tucked-Away Treasures

Tucked-Away Treasures
Author: Paula Barnes
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2022-09-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683562356

Delightfully small quilts with big style! Designers Paula Barnes and Mary Ellen Robison of Red Crinoline Quilts love incorporating small quilts throughout their homes. And because they do, they also understand the importance of adjusting the scale of little quilts and adding interesting details that pack a visual pop into each one! The 14 patchwork quilts in this book are perfect accents: tuck them into cozy vignettes, use one to top an inviting table, or spruce up a room by hanging a pair on a wall. Whether you favor the rich reproduction and border prints used by the authors, or you prefer a lighter, brighter look for your decor, the classic lines and timeless look of these patterns are the perfect match for any home.

Quilt Club

Quilt Club
Author: Paula Barnes
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2021-12-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683561805

If you love vintage quilts and admire how they contain an incredible variety of fabrics, this book is for you. Gather your quilting friends and create your own Quilt Club. Together you can make super scrappy quilts the easy way! Sharing quilt blocks with friends is like adding extra helpings of scrappiness and happiness to your next project. Paula Barnes and Mary Ellen Robinson, owners of the pattern company Red Crinoline Quilts, are known for their stunning quilts that often replicate patterns from the 1800s. Their instructions are geared toward today's quilters, tools, and methods, so you can easily re-create the vintage look. Gain expert tips on setting up a block exchange so you and your friends can take advantage of everyone's fabric stashes. Make quilts with the help of your friends, or sew on your own. Instructions are suited to both options! Get ready to fill your home with spectacular scrap quilts reminiscent of days gone by.

Little Gatherings

Little Gatherings
Author: Lisa Bongean
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2021-12-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683561813

Sometimes a small project is what you're looking for, but that shouldn't mean you have to go short on style. Packed with 13 spectacular small quilts that are perfect for decorating your home (ideas galore in the photos inside!), author Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings shares her best tips and tricks for precisely piecing small quilts, so you can start and finish with ease. Make several to create a grouping of mini quilts. Set up a charming vignette with a small quilt as the backdrop. Or make your little quilt the star of the show by framing it. Because, when it comes to little quilts and little gatherings, there's always room for one more!

101 Itty Bitty Celebrations

101 Itty Bitty Celebrations
Author: Lisa Bongean
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2021-01-04
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683561287

Every day deserves to be celebrated, and with 101 Itty Bitties to choose from, it's easy to make that happen. Use wool scraps and a bit of hand stitching to create 2" squares with motifs and sayings for holidays, seasons, sports, gardening, pets, and more. The designs are quick to complete and make perfect take-along projects. Tuck the tiny treasures into vignettes, turn them into wearable art, add a magnet and display them on your refrigerator, tie them to a gift, or send one to a friend to brighten their day--the possibilities are endless. Make an Itty Bitty (or 101!) and make every day a celebration!

Bertie's Year

Bertie's Year
Author: Bonnie Sullivan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2020-12-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9781683561101

Whether you stitch the adventures of designer Bonnie Sullivan's little bird, Bertie, in individual month-by-month mini quilts or you prefer to combine a year's worth of settings to make a larger quilt, the seasonal scenes are sure to delight. A mix of wool, flannel, and simple embroidery combines to depict Bertie's clever escapades, each easy enough to complete in no time! This beloved set of artfully photographed and illustrated patterns--never before compiled in a book--is a must-have for your quilting bookshelf.

Vintage Treasures

Vintage Treasures
Author: Pam Buda
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2020-04-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1604687983

Quilters can never have too many little quilts! This collection of 12 traditional patterns features a quilt as tiny as 13" square, and the largest quilt is just 34" x 42". Create these charming designs just for the joy of it, and then stack them on tabletops, tuck them into cozy vignettes, and share them with the people you love. Pump up your patchwork skills with a postage-stamp quilt. Take a twist on vintage yo-yo quilts. Create small, two-color beauties. Discover a variety of designs for different skill levels, along with tips throughout for making each quilt distinctively yours.

Moda All-Stars - Soft Spot

Moda All-Stars - Soft Spot
Author: Lissa Alexander
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2021-11-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683561759

With Soft Spot, it's easy to show off your style at home, even if you're short on time. Pillows don't require much time or fabric, so go ahead and pile them on the sofa, stack them in a big basket, swap them out with the seasons--or change them for no reason! Besides adding punch to your decor, pillows offer excellent opportunities to try a variety of techniques. So why not experiment with a new-to-you shape, insert a zipper closure, dabble in a different color scheme, or add a touch of applique? The Moda All-Star contributors share their expert tips so you can become a pillow-making pro! You'll learn how to make perfect pillow corners and gain insight on the benefit of quilting pillow tops. With so many fresh looks from your favorite designers, you'll be living in cushioned comfort! The All-Stars are donating all royalties from the sale of this book to Operation Gratitude (OperationGratitude.org).

Time-Honored Traditions

Time-Honored Traditions
Author: Annette Plog
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2021-03-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683561368

Love the look of reproduction quilts but wonder why some look as though they stepped right out of the nineteenth century while others don't? Remaking vintage quilts is a cinch when you know the secrets! Follow Annette Plog's lead as she teaches you to make scrappy reproductions that look just like the antique quilts that inspired them. With plenty of detailed photography and facts about fabric, Annette covers everything from authentic color combinations to building a fabric stash that includes all the perfect colors and prints, plus tips and tricks for making all of your quilts sparkle. With your curated fabric stash, you'll be able to fast forward to cutting and stitching any project any time, including the 13 featured quilts.

Retro Stitchery

Retro Stitchery
Author: Beverly McCullough
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2021-03-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683561376

Spend an evening stitching any of the designs in this book and you'll instantly remember what you've always loved about embroidery: it's fun, you can see the design quickly take shape right before your eyes, and in the end you have a delightful piece to brighten your home or office. From beautiful florals to inspirational sayings to whimsical tacos (yes, tacos!), you'll find more than a dozen designs to make you smile. Beverly McCullough of Flamingo Toes provides easy embroidery and finishing instructions so you can display pieces in hoops, on pillows or zip bags, and even on cork and clothing. Beverly's inspiring designs and ideas will make it a pleasure to take each stitch.

Quilt Recipes

Quilt Recipes
Author: Jen Kingwell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-04
Genre: Baking
ISBN: 9780645076004

Quilt Recipes is a brilliant pairing of captivating, pieced projects and family favourite deserts from her mum's kitchen. Enjoy the process of piecing and the challenge of finding, pairing, and arranging diverse patterns and countless colours together, especially those that make you uncomfortable. Savour each kitchen recipe that has been timelessly tested, lovingly passed down and now fondly shared with like-minded soul stitchers.12 brilliant patchwork projects paired with eight of Jen's mum's favourite, delectable dessert recipes. As quilters, stitchers and makers, we fill our souls with like-minded friendships, feed our souls with hand or machine stitching, and we love to treat ourselves and others to decadent desserts. Jen Kingwell's, Quilt Recipes, is a brilliant pairing of captivating pieced projects and delectable desserts. Whether you are a hand or machine piecer, one can relish in each recipe, whether it be a quilt or perhaps something sweet. Use a variety of patchwork techniques including, machine & hand piecing, hand applique, and hand quilting. Full-size paper patterns make template creation quick and simple. Acrylic template sets for six of the quilt patterns are sold separately.