Recently Published Books

         

New Titles

Quilting Through the Seasons

by Sharon V Rotz

Published by Krause Publications - £14.99- PB

for more information visit www.davidandcharles.co.uk

• This books has 12 projects suitable for all skill levels

• colour photos to inspire your creativity

• heartwarming stores

• Recipes to make for family and friends

Stitch, Spritz & Sew by Kathy Bowers

Published by Krause Publications - £14.99- pb

for more information visit www.davidandcharles.co.uk

This book gives you the method of easily creating curved pieces using Kathy's technique using water-soluble threads.

There are step-by-step project instructions, with patterns and templates

The projects are for all skill levels, from basic to more challenging

There is the guidance for creating reverse-applique frames, arcs, melons and labels by machine

Wisconsin Quilts - History in Stitches 2nd Edition

by Ellen Kort Published by Krause Publications -

Published by Krause Publications - £25.99 - pb

for more information visit www.davidandcharles.co.uk

Take a journey back in time as Ellen retells the fascinating stories inspired by quilts passed down through generations of Wisconsin quiltmakers.  Each of the 98 quilts in this book has a story to tell.

Quilt with Confidence by Nancy Ziemann

Published by Krause publications - £14.99 - pb

for more information visit www.davidandcharles.co.uk

Starting with the basics, Nancy takes you step-by-step through quilt making using the machine.  Her helpful hints throughout the book ensures success every time.

Bright & Breezy Patchwork by Rie Norum & Hilde Aanerud Khrog

Published by David & Charles - £14.99 - pb

for more information visit www.davidandcharles.co.uk

The projects in this book range in size and difficulty, from quick to make bags and accessories for beginners to larger quilts for the more experienced. 

There is great photography and clear diagrams.  This a book for quilters to dip into again and again.

      Japanese Sashiko Inspirations

by Susan Briscoe

Published by D&C  £15.99

25 Ways to Explore a Traditional Technique.

• Experiment with 12 essential sashiko techniques

• Discover all you need to know about threads, fabrics and techniques

• achieve beautiful and creative results by combining modern materials with Japan's rich textile heritage.

For more information of books by D&C visit their website

www.davidandcharles.co.uk

Rhapsody Quilts by Ricky Tims

Published by C&T -- ISBN: 1-57120-456-3
 

Make One-of-a-Kind Contemporary Quilts With a Traditional Flair - Ricky Tims Shows You How!

• Learn to design, choose fabrics, and make templates for these one-of-a-kind beauties

• Handle curves easily with Ricky's sure-fire method for No-Pin Precision Curved Piecing

• Start with 5 ready-made design outlines, then expand the possibilities by composing your own Rhapsody quilts

• Learn Ricky's secrets for enhancing your designs with appliqué

• Get inspired by the gallery of Rhapsody quilts made by Ricky and other quilters just like you!

Rhapsody Quilts are medallion-style quilts with graceful, curved designs in a reversed and mirrored arrangement. Like a musical rhapsody, the form is flexible and lets you express an endless variety of themes and motifs. Ricky shows you how to work with your quilt's basic “skeleton,” then enhance your design themes with original appliqué or lush quilting. You'll take away all the techniques you need to start making your own beautiful quilt rhapsodies.
 

   Thank you Ricky for taking out all the hard work and stress for us!!

Ricky has produced the design companion Volume 1,  It is a compete pattern for the new Rhapsody quilt, Viva Violetta.  It is a full-size freezer paper pattern + bonus applique designs and ideas.

For the complete instructions on making a Rhapsody quilt you will need the above book.

ISBN 1-57120-458-5

see Ricky's website  www.rickytims.com

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