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The Practical Guide to Patchwork: New Basics for the Modern Quiltmaker [Kindle Edition]

Elizabeth Hartman (Author)
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In my opinion, the author Elizabeth Hartman hits the nail on the head when she recommends choosing a first project that doesn t have a deadline attached to it (such as a baby shower or birthday . The Practical Guide to Patchwork starts out with basics from selecting cotton fabric, elements of a quilt, common fabric cuts, and tips for planning a quilt. The section on choosing fabrics was especially helpful to me. With all the great cotton prints available in quilts shops and my stash of home decor fabrics, sometimes I struggle with selecting the right combination of fabrics. You ll find a breakdown of basic supplies, piecing techniques, machine-quilting tips, as well as tips for making and attaching binding.The book includes step-by-step instructions and diagrams for 12 modern quilt projects. Each project is made in two alternate colorways to demonstrate the impact that color choices have on each quilt design. As a new member of a modern quilt guild, I m inspired to dig through my stash

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12 Quilt Projects. Quilting basics with modern flair.

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 9809 KB
  • Print Length: 127 pages
  • Publisher: C&T Publishing (16 Nov 2010)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language English
  • ASIN: B004RQD3IO
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #113,287 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is an excellent reference book for making patchwork quilts. The first section of the book covers all the basics of quiltmaking, from preparing and cutting fabric, piecing the blocks and assembling the quilt to the quilting itself and double-fold binding. All the techniques are clearly described and well illustrated with colour photographs. The rest of the book is made up of 12 different quilt patterns, complete with detailed instructions for constructing the blocks and fabric requirements. This book has been well received in the online quilting community, with good reason - it's clearly written, beautifully put together and well-illustrated. It's ideal for a beginner, but also as a reference for more advanced quilters - and perhaps a source of inspiration to try something new. Highly recommended.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
great resource book 8 April 2011
Format:Paperback
This is a lovely book for both beginner and intermediate quilters. Beginners will find the content incredibly useful for developing their skills - the instructions are so very well written and clear, and intermediate quilters will find the patterns fun.
If you are a new quilter and need a book that ticks all boxes - this is it. Great projects, lovely mix of designs, really well written.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By isisjem
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Having returned to patchwork and quilting last year after a long spell of inactivity I found some of the greatest sources of Quilty information was from blogs and one of the most inspirational ones was Elizabeth Hartman's Oh, Fransson blog. So having tried out some of her free patterns in the past I was eagerly awaiting getting my hands on a copy of this book. I have to say I wasn't disappointed.

If you are new to the craft there is a useful guide to patchwork and quilting. Then the projects in the book are split into sections aimed at different skill levels: From projects to get you started, to confident beginner and intermediate. The projects are great starting points to build confidence whilst creating attracive quilts that anyone would want to own.

One of the great things about this book is the way it clearly tells you how much fabric each project requires and even gives you alternative fabric requirements if you are using different cuts of fabric or scraps. There are also suggestions on how you can make the projects look 'different' through simple changes to fabric choices. The projects are laid our clearly and explained well.

If you are an experienced quilter, preferring complicated blocks and patterns this is NOT the book for you and if you buy it expecting to get projects aimed at advanced skill level then you will be disappointed. At no point does this book claim to be aimed at the experirenced patchworker. That's not to say this book wouldn't be a welcome addition to any quilters bookshelf.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good starter patchwork book
Well written and an excellent and comprehensive resource on anything you needed to know about making a quilt. Some great patterns too. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Landahoy
Patchwork Demystified
I've been sewing clothes for a while, but wanted to take the plunge into making quilts, which has always looked a bit daunting before, so I wanted a book that would explain the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Clare Sager
Graphic
Fantastic book if you like Modern Quilting methods and outcomes. Designs result from piece and cut again methods with graphic outcomes. Inspiring use of colour. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jenbee
Just as I'd hoped
I agree with the previous positive reviews: this is a lovely book. It's not huge; it's not trying to be a comprehensive reference book of different techniques or a treasurehouse of... Read more
Published 4 months ago by marmoset
Excellent book for modern quilters
After my sister demanded her copy of this book back, I broke down and bought my own. It has a excellent description of techniques and 12 projects ("Projects to Get You Started",... Read more
Published 11 months ago by MelanieRose
practical basics of quiltmaking
This book does just what it says it does - it is a practical guide to patchwork. Subtitled 'New Basics for the Modern Quiltmaker' this book gives a good ground in practical skills... Read more
Published 13 months ago by K. Platt
Fantastic book - but out of stock
This is a fantastic book - as can be seen on Elizabeth's Blog - "oh Fransson" however if you order it here it will not arrive in time for xmas. It should be labled out of stock. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Indianna
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