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This indespensable resource contains all the infomation and advice you need to create more than 90 desgins. It is packed full of stunning photographs, clear diagrams, templates and clear step-by-step instructions. All the exciting designs are created using a sewing machine for quickness and ease. In addition to patchwork, you will find modern applique patterns such as hearts, stars and angels to decorate and customize each of the projects. The projects include wall hangings, cushion covers, purses, table runners and place mats, and vary in size and scope - from a couple of hours to a weekend or longer.
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Lise Bergene is a recognised authority in the field of patchwork and applique and has many years of experience and several books on the subject to her name. She lives in Kvelde, Norway, with her husband and two children.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
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This is my most used book on patchwork - it's such fun, and so practical -nothing of the serious quilt maker here. You can make a blanket for dolly, wall hanging, table runner, bags, covers, apron, sewing set, there are instructions for a fabulous set of bags with zips that my friends are queuing up for! A wonderful book with items you can truly enjoy making whilst practicing your patchwork techniques as the same time. Brilliant.So far I have made a quilt, several of the zip up bags, a colourful tote (using a different construction method from my usual one) and am starting on the sewing kit set next. Instructions aren't what you'd call comprehensive, but really it's easy to see what has to be done.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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This colourful book has some beautiful photographs illustrating some interesting projects. However I am really new to patchwork and quilting and struggled with the "clear step by step instructions" as stated in the synopsis. I am keen to try some of the smaller projects to build my skills but found some of the instructions hard to follow. I can only assume that this is down to lack of skills. The projects using applique hearts are pretty and the zip up bags look lovely although these are past my current sewing skills.
This book is something for me to aim for, but I will be using other books to practise the basics first.
This book is something for me to aim for, but I will be using other books to practise the basics first.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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I adore thais book. The projects are soooo useable, fun, funky, colourful and contemporary. I love the different techniques, from "raggy quilts" to the circle raggy quilts, the Yule time projects are so refreshing and yet eminently desirable for my home. I love the handbags and the washbags. I love the table runners and the cushions. In fact, there aren't really any projects which I don't love or think would be perfect in just about anyone's home. I rave about this book to anyone I meet, so it's high time I expounded its virtues on Amazon. If you only buy one quilting book, make it this one.
The only drawback, as mentionned by several reviewers, is that the directions are less than simple to follow for the newbie. It manages to pack nearly a project per page, and although this is wonderful to the experienced dress-maker or quilter, it is less than ideal for the beginner. I can't recommend enough that beginners try their hand at an easier, shop-bought, paper pattern before attempting the more interesting 3D bags, or convoluted patchwork patterns, just to give them a better grasp of 3D construction from 2D fabric and to get them thinking in terms of fabric construction, jargon and techniques. After a couple of paper patterns, I think most newbies would find this book a lot more approachable. It's head and shoulders above the rest. Buy it!
The only drawback, as mentionned by several reviewers, is that the directions are less than simple to follow for the newbie. It manages to pack nearly a project per page, and although this is wonderful to the experienced dress-maker or quilter, it is less than ideal for the beginner. I can't recommend enough that beginners try their hand at an easier, shop-bought, paper pattern before attempting the more interesting 3D bags, or convoluted patchwork patterns, just to give them a better grasp of 3D construction from 2D fabric and to get them thinking in terms of fabric construction, jargon and techniques. After a couple of paper patterns, I think most newbies would find this book a lot more approachable. It's head and shoulders above the rest. Buy it!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Passion for...
I really like flicking thought this book & there are some quick projects but they do take time to figure out. Simple ideas have tricky instructions.
Published 3 months ago by Jackie Ann
A few issues.....
Lise Bergene was a new name to me in quilt books and I soon discovered why. Ms Bergene is actually Scandinavian and the book was not written originally in English. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Andi
Great Buy
One of the best patchwork books I have bought recently. Some really good ideas for using up your stash and easy to follow instructions.
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. Elaine J. Munro
ideas galore
This book contains lots of ideas and is inspirational. But not sure a novice would be able to follow instructions without prior knowledge as not always clear. Read more
Published 4 months ago by hd
Ideas book
Lots of good ideas & use of striped & check fabric.
The projects are quick & good for beginners. Read more
The projects are quick & good for beginners. Read more
Published 6 months ago by E. Duke
very inspirational
I cant put this book down!! I love all the makes. Gorgeous red quilting, it just make you want to start sewing
Published 6 months ago by Stephanie
Good but confusing at times
This is a lovely book with enough patchwork and quilting projects to keep anyone entertained for a while, but the instructions are not completely clear, I'm an experienced... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Jo Bennie
Modern twist on the traditional!
I absolutely love this book. I am a new quilter/patchworker so to be able to try some of the small items and see such lovely results has inspired me to go on to try the more... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mrs. Heather Page
Not for the faint hearted
A beautiful book, spoiled by the lack of clear instructions. As seasoned pro I would never recommend this book to a beginner.
Published 17 months ago by Jules Quilts
Quilting
I purchased this book for my wife who has started quilting as a hobby. It was recommended by the quilting teacher originally to another member of the same class. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mr. L. W. James
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