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Scraps, Inc. (vol.2)
15 Scrap–pieced Designs for the Modern Quilter
Compiled by Susanne Woods Scraps, Inc. (vol.2)
Most quilters present their finished quilts as gifts to friends and loved–ones, but
often these projects leave extra fabric scraps that quiltmakers can't bear to just
throw away. Scrap–based quilting titles are consistently best–sellers as quilters
are always looking for new and innovative patterns to feature these treasured
fabrics. Most often, these are the quilts that get kept by their maker as a reminder
of all of the other quilts they have gifted over the years. Scrap quilts can be
tricky to design due to the variety of color challenges that random scraps can
introduce, but these patterns solve those issues through clearly illustrated color
schematics.
128 Pages, ISBN 978–1–940655–19–2
Lucky Spool
www.thomasallen.ca
Quilting Basics
Michael Caputo
Have you ever thought about creating a patchwork quilt, but decided
it would take too long or be too difficult? If so, Quilting Basics is your
perfect introduction to this popular craft. Beginning with the "Getting
Started" section, quilting teacher Michael Caputo will show the tools and
equipment, and demonstrate the sewing skills you will need, plus the basics
of constructing your quilt. Section two is a series of 12 workshops, each
introducing you to new skills, with a project at the end which enables you
to practice what you have just learned—a great way to get to grips with
the theory. As you progress through the workshops, you'll learn how to join
pre–cut squares, sashing, piecing and paper piecing, using templates, and the
different types of applique.
160 Pages, ISBN 978–1–78249–309–9
www.thomasallen.ca
Sewing Pretty Bags
Debra Valencia & Cheyanne Valencia
Sewing sisters Debra and Cheyanne present 12 quick and easy projects for
sewing boutique handbags, shopping totes, pouches, and more. With step–by–
step instructions and fresh, modern designs, they show how to make beautiful
bags for both fashion and functional uses.
Get inspired to express your unique personality with the stunning prints and
colours of today’s contemporary fabrics. You’ll look stylish carrying your one–
of–a–kind accessory, personalized with fancy trims, pockets, beads, flowers or
embroidery.
128 Pages, ISBN 978–1–57421–951–7
Fox Chapel Publishing
www.thomasallen.ca
Sewing Essentials
Serger Techniques
Pamela Leggett
Learn to operate your serger like a pro. Popular instructor and sewing expert
Pamela Leggett demystifies the serger and makes using it fun with her
invaluable guidance. Through this detailed guidebook and DVD workshop
you will get to know your serger inside and out. Master once–daunting
techniques and learn spool–threading secrets, how to adjust tension and
control the fabric feed, and how to sew basic stitches lickety–split. Clear and
concise instructions throughout the book make it easy to learn how to use
flatlock stitching to secure heavy fabric, embellish with decorative stitching,
or create heirloom–quality pintucks and ruffles. Whether you're a beginner
or have sewing experience, this must–have reference will give you the
confidence to do more with the serger than you ever thought possible.
160 Pages, ISBN 978–1–62710–917–8
Taunton Press
www.thomasallen.ca
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