Quilt As You Go: A practical guide to 14 inspiring techniques & projects

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I can wholeheartedly say that this is the best patchwork book that I have read in a long, long time. It is my must-have book for 2021 and 2022 too! 5* (and Id give it more if I could!) There is a lovely section on the history of Quilting As You Go and methods from Japan (folded reversible patchwork), Korea (Pojabi or Bojabi) and India (Siddi) are also included. Equipment, tools and materials are discussed before moving onto quilting options by machine and by hand. An excellent section on binding follows including continuous mitred, square-cornered and two methods of machine-finished bindings, all of which have clear step-by-step instructions and images. Comprehensive: the book is a complete learning experience for a new quilter and a stunning sampler project for experienced stitchers. Ba comprehensive guide to fourteen different Quilt As You Go techniques with a project for each one. Quilt As You Go is piecing and quilting in one process, enabling smaller sections to be worked on at any one time. In the introduction, we learn why you might choose to use one of the Quilt As You Go methods and suggestions for which are suitable for hand, machine or both.

Carolyn then guides you through the tools and materials that you'll need (threads, fabrics, needles, wadding etc) before then explaining quilting and binding techniques. The layout of the book is extremely accessible and intuitive. I can wholeheartedly say that this is the best patchwork book that I have read in a long, long time. It is my must-have book for 2021... and 2022 too! 5* (and I'd give it more if I could!) -- Naomi Clarke * naomialice.co.uk * This is an excellent book covering many of the most popular Quilt As You Go processes, including many project ideas. It is my book of the month. -- British Patchwork & Quilting * British Patchwork & Quilting * This is an excellent book covering many of the most popular Quilt As You Go processes, including many project ideas. It is my book of the month.

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There are templates to accompany all the projects that require them. They are printed at full size which is always helpful as it means you don't have to do any increases. Make a quilt in small manageable sections, with this practical guide to14 inspiring and budget-friendly techniques & projects for anyone who wants to create simple quilts for family and friends. The book contains 14 individual projects for quilt-as-you-go techniques including hand-sewing, machine sewing, log cabins, stitch-and-flip methods, cathedral windows and so, much more.

In the introduction of the book, Carolyn explores the history of 'quilt-as-you-go'. I absolutely adore reading the history of techniques and I think this is such an important section to include as it shows that the book has been comprehensively researched. Again, the inclusion of this section as the start of a book is a true testament to Carolyn and her work ethic. Carolyn starts by presenting each technique with some information about the history of the technique, the measurements, the methods involved and inspiration for developing it further. I really like that the requirements for each technique are clear, detailed and leave no unexpected surprises! I also really like that Carolyn encourages you to explore your own tastes and creativity when making. Quilting-as-you-go makes the quilting process simple and manageable and, for hand-sewn techniques, portable. If you are nervous about committing to a full-size quilt, or simply want to be able to take your work with you when you travel, this book will help you achieve remarkable results. Carolyn then guides you through the tools and materials that youll need (threads, fabrics, needles, wadding etc) before then explaining quilting and binding techniques. The layout of the book is extremely accessible and intuitive. Quilt As You Go is a detailed, inspirational, and comprehensive book that explores the quilt-as-you-go technique.There are templates to accompany all the projects that require them. They are printed at full size which is always helpful as it means you dont have to do any increases. Search Press supports the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioral Advertising of the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA), the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada (DAAC), and the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA). In the introduction of the book, Carolyn explores the history of quilt-as-you-go. I absolutely adore reading the history of techniques and I think this is such an important section to include as it shows that the book has been comprehensively researched. Again, the inclusion of this section as the start of a book is a true testament to Carolyn and her work ethic.