Synopses & Reviews
This celebration of Project Linus presents over 20 quilting projects perfect for giving--and for inspiring quilters to do good in the world. and#160;When a child is seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need, Project Linus comes to the rescue with a new, lovingly handmade blanket or afghan. With this precious gift, a volunteer quilter can bring a little warmth, security, comfort, and joy into that child's life.
Quilt It with Love tells the story of this wonderful organization, sharing stories from both recipients and donors and showcasing fabulous projects--often made with easy-to-use fabric precuts--that even beginners can make. Designed largely for children and teens, these quilts feature fun extras, like pockets for storing stuffed animals or a pattern that doubles as a game board.
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and#8220;Especially heartwarming are the letters included from recipients of these wonderful quilts and their families, as well as notes from those whose lives have been enriched by using their talents to brighten the spirits of children in crisis.and#8221; --
Machine Quilting Unlimitedand#160;"The quilts they [Balagna and Babbitt] gathered together for the book include ones with interactive designs that double as game boards or have pockets for storing toys. Some are crazy quilted, paper pieced, or appliqued; others stitch up quickly with strip piecing or precuts. The authors have also included quilts that make perfect guild or group activities.and#8221; --
Quilter Magazineand#160;and#8220;Each quilt project has its own chapter. There is a gorgeous full color photograph of the quilting project featured along with a detailed list of supplies and directions for assembly.and#160;Also included are diagrams and photographs to explain the quilting process. Each project also has a guide to show how difficult the quilt is to make. I found this very helpful since I am still a beginner.and#160;I love reading the stories of the people who made the quilt and who it was gifted to. The quilts are really so much more than simple quilts.and#160;There are some that are game boards or have windows or pockets that open up. There are quilts with signature blocks sewn onto them that make them a wonderful keepsake.and#8221; --
BlogCritics.orgReview
and#8220;Tonye manages to break the art of appliquand#233; down, demystifying it as a foreign technique to one that is truly accessible to anyone with simple sewing skillsand#8230; A beautiful book, with plenty of guidance for beginners and more-advanced quilters alike, and plenty of color and design inspiration for starting your own hand-appliqued quilt.and#8221; and#8212;Whipup.net
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"Martha Sielman has done it again. She has taken a group of beautifully executed art quilts with a strict themeand#8212;people and portraits and#8212;and created a richly diverse collection that expands the reader's understanding not only of the complexity of portraiture, but also the intricacies of working with fabric as a medium. Sielman's keen eye for detail and expert curation of the subject are evident from the insightful introduction to the last description. The book is divided into seven sections with different themes. Each theme contains profiles of three well-known artists who are particularly adept at expressing the theme, and a gallery of quilts that exposes the reader to a wide variety of artistic styles. As a reference for some of the most beautiful and moving portraiture that has been accomplished in the contemporary fiber world, this book is a must. Be prepared to become lost in the faces, entranced with the expressions, and pulled in by the emotions of these outstanding examples of fine artistry rendered in cloth." and#8212;Vivika Hansen DeNegre, Editor,
Quilting Arts magazine
Synopsis
Jane Brocket has a joyous and colorful approach to quilting, using simple shapes and patterns to stunning effect. With "inspirational fabrics" as her starting point, Brocket explores not only made-for-the-market patchwork materials, but also unique alternatives like clothes, curtains, and upholstery. Quilters will love her designs for "Granny Takes a Trip," with its vintage look and hand-embroidery; "Needlepoint Squares," "Crinoline Lady," and more!
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When a child is seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need, Project Linus comes to the rescue with a lovingly handmade blanket or afghan. Quilt It with Love tells the story of this organization, sharing stories from recipients and donors and showcasing over 20 fabulous projects that even beginners can make.
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Quilters yearning to extend their creativity and take their work to a higher level will find exactly what theyand#8217;re looking for in this refreshing guide. With more than 200 illustrations, plus the authorand#8217;s unique and#147;Design Classesand#8221; and and#147;Artistand#8217;s Hintsand#8221; in every chapter, it offers a fresh approach to the craft. The aim is to help those who know the basics to break away from the traditional block or prescribed pattern and build something original. A review of design and color principles shows how to find sources of inspiration and develop a theme. Quilters will also learn how to experiment on paper and cloth, use new stitching, and add embellishments. The templates and creative exercises will prove valuable again and again.
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This beautifully illustrated inspirational guide presents simple yet stylish stitched pieces for your home, from quilts and samplers to needlepoint pincushions and greeting cards. Each of the 40 projects reflects Jane Brocket's and#8220;gentleand#8221; approach, which values the creative process as much as the finished object. With techniques ranging from Japanese Sashiko to traditional cross-stitch and a reimagined Victorian and#8220;crinoline lady,and#8221; plus helpful tips, this collection puts the enjoyment back in hand stitching.
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This beautiful book is for quilters who want a deeper understanding of color, and who welcome the challenge of venturing outside their and#147;color comfort zone.and#8221; Renowned art quilter Janet Twinn covers everything from color theory and harmonizing fabrics to coloring methods, using color to evoke atmosphere and place, and working in both moochrome and two color. Stunning images from today's top quiltmakers demonstrate a range of gorgeous creative possibilities.
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Quilter Tonye Belinda Phillips' passion for folk art inspired her to develop a simple method for making stunning hand-appliquand#233;d quilts. In this beautiful volume, Tonye reveals the techniques she's discovered on her quilting journey: ideas for choosing fabrics, working with color, and creating the appliquand#233; shapes, as well as placing, basting, and stitching them up. The 20 bright and cheerful projects include a basic basket-shaped pattern, an updated floral motif with playful spirals, and a garden-themed design with watering cans.and#160;
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What could be more fascinating than the human face, filled with emotion, mystery, and history? This second book in the Art Quilt Portfolio series celebrates people and portraits, showcasing our expressiveness in stunning quilts created by artists from around the world. The diverse designs, which use a wide range of techniques and materials, are divided into categories that include contemplation, community, family and friends, happiness, historical and literary icons, and more. Gallery sections display the work of more than 100 quilters, while 21 featured artists receive in-depth treatment, including images of their finest pieces and illuminating interviews about their practice.
About the Author
Authors Carol Babbitt (National President of Project Linus) and Mary Balagna (Vice President) direct and orchestrate the activities of the Project Linus organization and individual chapters. Both have been involved with the organization since 1998, and maintain a very busy Central Illinois chapter.and#160;Project Linus is a nonprofit organization that brings handmade blankets to children in need. Since 1995, the organization has grown to 400 chapters nationally (in all 50 states), and volunteers have made and donated more than four million quilts. Project Linus is well-known and much loved among the quilting community and beyond, including coverage in
Parade,
People,
Reader's Digest,
Family Circle,
Ladies Home Journal,
Quiltmaker,
Quilters Newsletter,
Guidepost,
Parents Magazine,
Real Simple,
Woman's Day, and on the
NBC Nightly News,
Today Show, and
Oprah.