Posts Tagged ‘Quilts’

Quilts of Prince Edward Island: The Fabric of Rural Life

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
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Quiltmaking has long been associated with the culture of tiny Prince Edward Island on Canada’s east coast. Nearly twenty years ago, Sherrie Davidson launched her Heirloom Quilt Survey, dedicated to preserving the history of quiltmaking on Prince Edward Island. Quilts of Prince Edward Island-The Fabric of Rural Life presents the results of Davidson’s work in a lushly illustrated, scrapbook-style volume, complete with excerpts from diaries and news stories, and discus… More >>

Price: $26.60



Civil War Sewing Circle, The: Quilts and Sewing Accessories Inspired by the Era

Saturday, January 28th, 2012
  • ISBN13: 9781604680058
  • Condition: New
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The popular author of Prairie Children and Their Quilts and Remembering Adelia has outdone herself with this combination of lovely projects and fascinating historical tidbits. Patterned after quilts made during the Civil War era, these easy projects are ideal for nineteenth-century reproduction fabrics.

* Choose from patterns for 16 appealing projects, including large quilts, doll and baby quilts, and a pincushion, sewing box, and needle case
* Learn about… More >>

Price: $12.90



Quilts for Fabric Lovers

Thursday, January 26th, 2012
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Quilters are shown how to make a basic block design personal by using fabrics unexpectedly and varying the block to change its effect and create special touches. The book is made complete by step-by-step projects for seven quilts that incorporate the author’s design ideas…. More >>

Price: $4.91



Transparency Quilts: 10 Modern Projects – Keys for Success in Fabric Selection – From the FunQuilts Studio

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012
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In this follow-up to Quilts Made Modern, you’ll learn how to use traditional piecing techniques to create quilts with layered translucent effects. By distinguishing and balancing the subtleties of color in your fabrics, you can achieve remarkable results. Discover how the visual relationships between different colors make all the difference in your quilts. … More >>

Price: $17.92



Donna Sharp Raspberry Ice Lori Tote Quilted Handbag Purse by Quilts by Donna

Sunday, January 8th, 2012
  • Raspberry Ice Lori Tote sells in upscale stores for $58.99
  • Six inside pouches
  • Features extensive detailing, useful pockets, closures and straps.
  • Beautiful designs, quality handcrafting and attention to detail are Donna Sharp trademarks
  • Measures 13 x 10 x 6 inches
Product Description
Raspberry Ice Stipple quilted subdued paisley impression on a striking raspberry fabric give this an elegant appearance that will get noticed in any crowd. This all occasion design is completed with the signature Donna Sharp lining and features extensive detailing, useful pockets, closures and straps. Sophisticated – yet subtle enmough to mix with your favorite everyday look!! What makes Quilts By Donna Sharp so special ? Beautiful designs, quality handcrafting an… More >>

Price: $12.39



Batiks and Beyond: 22 Quilts from Fabolous Fabrics

Saturday, December 3rd, 2011
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Discover all-new ways to play with batiks! Admire exotic-looking quilts made entirely with batiks, as well as alternate versions made with batiks and traditional quilting fabrics. • More than 20 quilts perk up traditional patterns with beautiful batiks • Projects start with easy quilt blocks, so even confident beginners can sew with ease • Simplified designs focus on showcasing batik fabrics rather than complicated sewing… More >>

Price: $12.90



Confetti Quilts: A No-Fuss Approach to Color, Fabric and Design

Thursday, December 1st, 2011
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There is no one “right answer” to a quilt-making colour dilemma, according to teacher/designer Mary Mashuta. Mashuta seeks to demonstrate that instead there are many right answers. These six quilt projects – based on simple, traditional-style blocks – seek to show readers how to stretch their artistic ability and build their colour confidence. Quilters should discover dozens of “right answers” for constructing original designs, choosing vibrant colours, keeping back… More >>

Price: $14.99



M’Liss Rae Hawley’s Fat Quarter Quilts: Fabric Choices, Easy Piecing & Quilting Ideas

Friday, October 28th, 2011
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Get the inside track on fabrics for fat quarter quilts including quilting suggestions for each pattern – never before shown in a fat quarter book!… More >>

Price: $6.99



Making History — Quilts & Fabric from 1: 9 Reproduction Quilt Projects Historic Notes & Photographs Dating Your Quilts

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011
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The comprehensive guide to fabrics and their influence on American quilts from 1890-1970. Includes 9 quilt projects…. More >>

Price: $11.36



Modern Mix: 16 Sewing Projects that Combine Designer Prints & Solid Fabrics, 7 Quilts + Pillows, Bags & More

Monday, October 24th, 2011
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A printed fabric is eye-catching, but when it’s paired with the right solid, the result can be truly brilliant. This how-to book features 16 projects with a contemporary style that exemplify the dynamic partnership of large-scale prints and bright solids. With pages of fabulous ideas, all the information needed on integrating fabrics and even a chapter on quilt making basics, The Modern Mix is a must-have addition to your sewing library…. More >>

Price: $13.36