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Quilting Pathways Guide to Quilt Books & Quilt Patterns
Below are a number of quilting and pattern books from some of the most popular authors and quilting instructors we've met at quilt shows, quilt expos, and quilting conventions. Many of the books or pattern collections we own ourselves or have reviewed them extensively in libraries or bookstores. They are offered through our association with Amazon.com and are at the very "best prices" that Amazon offers (our very, very modest commission on sales is paid by Amazon, not you !).
We offer our review of these books . . . plus you will find when you click through to Amazon, there are additional reviews and reader ratings on many of the books.
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Hearts & Flowers: Hand Applique From Start to Finish
By Kathy Delaney. Great resource for the quilter learning to use applique. I found this book easy to read and the instructions clear and concise. An excellent reference addition to your library. Readers gave it 5 stars; I agree [More info] |
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The Art of Landscape Quilting
 By Natalie Sewell and Nancy Zieman. A comprehensive "how to" guide to all aspects of designing and quilting landscape quilts through detailed instructions and concepts. Readers rated this book at 4 1/2 stars.
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Ricky Tims' Rhapsody Quilts
Tims' Rhapsody quilts are striking medallion-style quilts that use graceful curved designs in sophisticated mirror-image arrangements. Step by step instructions plus a gallery of quilts to stimulate your ideas.
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The Magic Vine Quilt Pattern
We saw and enjoyed Eleanor Burns's "Magic Vine" presentation in Paducah. An excellent, step-by-step guide to create this classic design. Beginning quilters gave this one 5 stars. [More info] |
Borders & Finishing Touches, Vol. 2
Bonnie Browing offers many great tips for designs and techniques for borders and finishing touches on your quilt. Great pictures. [More info]
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Thimbleberries Learning to Quilt with Jiffy Quilts
By Lynette Jensen. A must resource for the beginning quilter. The book offers 8 easy and quick-to-complete projects. Easy-to-follow Thimbleberries
step-by-step photos and how-to illustrations. Glossary of terms every
new quilter should know. [More info]
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The Quilts of Gee's Bend: Masterpieces from a
Lost Place
Several generations of African American Women in the community of Gee's Bend, Alabama engaged in the traditional art of quilting.Taking fabrics from their everyday lives, they fashioned quilts into compositions that more resemble abstract paintings than more familiar quilt patterns. [More Info]
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