Build your confidence and have fun! Scrappy Improv Quilting is the first quilting book of its kind that breaks down the intimidating technique of improv piecing to a smaller scale, making this approachable how-to guide perfect for quilters of any level. Featuring 22 mini quilt patterns, step-by-step instructions, tips on selecting and combining scraps, and so much more, create a collection of mini scrappy quilts that will inspire you to move onto larger-scale improv!

• Pages: 112
• Author: Kelly Young
• Publish Date: 08/10/2021
• Dimensions: 8in x 10in
• Softcover

Quilting Through the Year features 16 step-by-step quilting projects that capture what we love most about each time of year! With four quilt designs for every season, each design repeats, reshapes, or reorganizes the same or similar motifs, so once you’ve made a few blocks, the rest is a snap! From striped pumpkins for fall to colorful wildflowers for spring, you’ll love recreating these quilt blocks in different ways all year round. Using traditionally cut geometric pieces with no circles and no curves, each design is approachable and fun for every quilter to achieve!

• Pages: 96
• Author: Sherilyn Mortensen
• Publish Date: 11/16/2021
• Dimensions: 8.5in x 11in
• Softcover

From how to add various fasteners to any sewing project to what tools you’ll need for a successful installation, Pocket Guide to Fasteners is a must-have guide to show you everything you need to know. With detailed sections on buttons, hook and eye closures, snaps, zippers, hook and loop tape, vintage and heirloom fasteners, and more, you won’t want to start another project without this compact guide!

• Pages: 64
• Author: Amelia Johansen
• Publish Date: 08/29/2021
• Dimensions: 4in x 6in
• Softcover

Make charming felt ornaments that can be displayed year-round! Featuring 20 felt ornament patterns arranged by season, step-by-step instructions, guidance on stitching techniques, and coordinating photography, Felt Ornaments for All Occasions will show anyone how to craft with felt and make meaningful decorations and gifts. From hot air balloons and camper vans to owls, foxes, reindeer, and more, this hands-on guide will make you see felt in a whole new light!

• Pages: 80
• Author: Sylvia Bird
• Publish Date: 10/05/2021
• Dimensions: 7.5in x 9in
• Softcover

Keep turning fat quarters into gorgeous quilts! This continuation of Fat Quarter Patchwork Quilts features 12 more stunning quilt patterns and step-by-step projects using these convenient bundles. Also included are clear explanations for essential quilting techniques and special treatments, such as custom ruler work, free motion quilting, straight-line quilting, and more.

• Pages: 96
• Author: Stephanie Soebbing
• Publish Date: 10/04/2021
• Dimensions: 8.5in x 11in
• Softcover

You asked, we listened! Newly expanded with tons of new quilt projects – from baby quilts, tote bags, and a holiday tree skirt to table toppers, full-size quilts, wall hangings, and more – create an array of hexagons with less cutting in less time with this unique quilt-as-you-go technique! Using pre-cuts or fabric scraps to stitch up scores of hexagons with backing and batting included, save time by fast-folding hexies. Learn the basic construction of hexies, then practice fussy cut hexies, half hexagons, stacked hexies, and more. With easy-to-follow instructions and patterns, you’ll love learning this simple, innovative, and new way to make tons of amazing hexagon projects! Author Mary Hogan is a passionate quilter that teaches regularly at The Quilting Season.

• Pages: 112
• Author: Mary M. Hogan
• Publish Date: 12/02/2020
• Dimensions: 8.4in x 0.3in x 10.9in
• Softcover

Create adorable scrap blocks like you’ve never seen! This one-of-a-kind scrap block pattern book features 60 fresh and modern patchwork block character patterns, including charming baby dragons, raccoons, elephants, lions, bunnies, foxes, and more. Ranging from traditional paper piecing sewing to a whimsical drawing and sewing technique, each scrap block pattern template is easy-to-use and includes step-by-step instructions and illustrations. Author and artist Olesya Lebedenko’s modern style brings a breath of fresh air to the quilting world with her charismatic animal designs that are completely original and unlike anything you’ve ever seen before, making this project guide a must-have for passionate quilters and hobbyists!

• Pages: 112
• Author: Olesya Lebedenko
• Publish Date: 10/19/2020
• Dimensions: 8.5in x 11in
• Softcover

The best and most convenient guide to stabilizers you’ll ever have, Pocket Guide to Stabilizers will help you fully understand all the options for the many different types of stabilizers and which ones to use on every kind of fabric. From tear away and cut away stabilizers to working with woven, sheer, knit, and napped fabrics, you won’t want to start another project without this must-have pocket guide. Take it with you to the store so you get the right stabilizer every time, resulting in finished products you’ll love! Author, owner of Sue O’Very Designs, and Aurifil thread designer, Sue O’Very is also a columnist for Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine and owns an online store that specializes in machine embroidery patterns.

• Pages: 56
• Author: Sue O'Very-Pruitt
• Publish Date: 10/06/2020
• Dimensions: 4in x 0.25in x 5.75in
• Softcover

Don’t begin another project without this resourceful and compact pocket guide! Learn everything you need to know about every kind of notion, how to use them properly, and how to care for and store them! From understanding the difference between permanent and wash-away adhesives, what size rotary cutter you need, the proper way to store needles, bobbins, and scissors, and so much more, this guide is perfect for keeping with all of your craft supplies and taking with you to the store when deciding which notion you need next. Also included are helpful, unbiased reviews of each product. Author, owner of Sue O’Very Designs, and Aurifil thread designer, Sue O’Very is also a columnist for Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine and owns an online store that specializes in machine embroidery patterns.

• Pages: 72
• Author: Sue O'Very
• Publish Date: 01/18/2021
• Dimensions: 4in x 6in
• Softcover

Embroider a menagerie of 30 adorable animals! From a sweet giraffe and a happy cat to a sly little red fox and a friendly hedgehog, Cute Critters features step-by-step instructions and dozens of easy-to-use patterns to create embroidery hoops for all your favorite animals with charming floral details. Intermediate embroiderers will pick them up in no time, and beginners can tackle the simpler projects and further their skills with the more complicated designs. Also included is basic introductory information about materials and supplies, techniques – such as template transfer and setting up a double hoop – and a guide to basic stitches. These clear, usable embroidery patterns are designed and written by author Jessica Long, founder of Jessica Long Embroidery where she shares her patterns, kits, tutorials, and more.

• Pages: 208
• Author: Jessica Long
• Publish Date: 09/21/2020
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.5in x 10in
• Softcover

From free motion quilting to adding borders and sashing to blocks, experienced quilters will learn dozens of techniques for thread painting use raw edge applique. Showing each step for building the quilt, how to thread paint with various embellishments, blocking, squaring, finishing the quilt, and so much more, step-by-step instructions and coordinating photography will guide readers through to the completion of a beautiful thread painted quilt. Written by Joyce Hughes, and award-winning quilter, designer, teacher, and author of Creating Art Quilts with Panels.

• Pages: 128
• Author: Joyce Hughes
• Publish Date: 11/10/2020
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.4in x 9.9in
• Softcover

Choose appropriate batting, know how to use it correctly, and avoid common mistakes with this resourceful pocket-sized guide, Know Your Battings. Containing over 50 pages of terminology definitions and charts listing retailer batting names, finishes, roll widths, stitch spaces, recommended quilting comments, and so much more, you won’t want to start another project without this guide. Take it with you to the store so you get the right batting every time, resulting in a quilt you’ll love!

• Pages: 64
• Author: Krista Moser
• Publish Date: 06/23/2020
• Dimensions: 3.9in x 0.6in x 5.7in
• Softcover

From Sue Voegtlin, the author of the wildly popular Block Genius, comes this expanded and revised edition, Quilt Block Genius. This edition contains 100 new blocks and 3 new grid sizes, new smaller blocks for miniature quilts, new quilt settings, new sampler quilt patterns, and even a "create your own block" technique! Featuring 300 pieced quilt blocks that can be made into 1,001 blocks, "Good to Know" tips and techniques, exploded assembly diagrams, and clearly photographed step-by-step techniques, plus helpful suggestions to create even more blocks with easy math in a user-friendly chart format—with this book, you'll become a Quilt Block Genius, too!

• Pages: 208
• Author: Sue Voegtlin
• Publish Date: 12/09/2019
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.6in x 9.9in
• Softcover

Discover a world of 100 English paper pieced star block patterns that fit inside a hexagon, from classic style to modern and quirky, with Hexagon Star Quilts! Either by hand or machine, learn and practice English paper piecing using scraps or precuts, and choose from a wide selection of star patterns for a smooth piecing experience – with minimal guesswork! Put it all together with 7 stunning quilt projects that range from small to large, and contain clear, step-by-step directions, coordinating diagrams and illustrations, and beautiful photography. Equipping you with the skills you need to design your own quilt, this book is a must-have! Author and expert in English paper piecing, Cathy Perlmutter has designed and published books and patterns on EPP over the last 20 years. Her work has been featured in several magazines and publications, including Machine Quilting Unlimited, The Jewish Journal, Modern Holiday Quilt Pattern Magazine, and many more!

• Pages: 144
• Author: Cathy Permutter
• Publish Date: 04/07/2020
• Dimensions: 8.5in x 0.33in x 11in
• Softcover

The ultimate pocket guide to quilting, this book is packed with expert tips and tricks on equipment, short cuts, organization, color, patterns, machine quilting, and more! Providing 101 great tips for beginning quilters but also filled with new information for experienced quilters, there’s something for everyone to try! Written by a nationally-known quilting trade speaker, columnist, and consultant, author Penny Haren shares her expert knowledge and teaches you all the tricks of the trade in this convenient and compact pocket guide!

• Pages: 48
• Author: Penny Haren
• Publish Date: 03/31/2020
• Dimensions: 3in x 0.25in x 5in
• Softcover

Whether you need an interfacing, fusible foam, or fusible web, correctly choose which one you need and learn how to best use it with this resourceful pocket-sized book, Guide to Interfacings. Containing over 50 pages of helpful information on types of fusible products, what to use them on, how they work, and so much more, you won’t want to start another project without this guide. Take it with you to the store so you get the right interfacing every time, resulting in a quilt or related craft you’ll love!

• Pages: 64
• Author: Kristine Poor
• Publish Date: 09/09/2019
• Dimensions: 3.8in x 0.4in x 5.8in
• Softcover

Enjoy the satisfaction of making something together, from generation to generation. Complete 16 kid-friendly projects together as a family, from Christmas ornaments to full quilts! Quilting with Kids contains helpful guides that teaches children how to safely use their tools to stitch and quilt the basics. It even provides tips on how recreate their own artwork into embroidery projects!

• Pages: 160
• Author: Wendy Sheppard and Gwendolyn Sheppard
• Publish Date: 12/10/2019
• Dimensions: 8.4in x 0.7in x 9.9in
• Spiral-Bound

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter, acquire new skills and create stunning star blocks! With 12 different star patterns using piecing and paper piecing techniques, you’ll learn how to form both traditional and modern stars with contemporary settings, like negative space. Enjoy learning a new, doable method and incorporating these new elements into your future quilt projects!

• Pages: 112
• Author: Sandy Berg
• Publish Date: 09/09/2019
• Dimensions: 7.9in x 0.3in x 9.9in
• Softcover

Discover how to transform pre-made fabric panels and thread into one-of-a-kind art quilts. Award-winning quilter and fiber artist Joyce Hughes shows how to use a variety of decorating and customizing techniques to make seasonal panels, beautiful florals, holiday designs, and gorgeous landscapes.

• Pages: 128
• Author: Joyce Hughes
• Publish Date: 11/01/2018
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.4in x 9.8in
• Softcover

Discover how easy it is to begin quilting with this superb illustrated guide to fabrics, tools and techniques. Perfect for the first-time quilter, First-Time Quiltmaking, New Edition is also great for introductory quilting classes. Six simple lessons include beginning basics, preparing the fabric, sewing accurate seams, assembling the quilt top, making the quilt sandwich, and finishing the quilt. Also included are four simple projects that are perfect for beginners to practice their newfound skills. This new edition includes two brand-new patterns using pre-cut fabrics that are so popular with quilters—they make quick-to-finish projects even quicker! Learn how to quilt in six easy lessons with this superb illustrated guide to fabrics, tools and techniques. Four simple projects allow beginners to practice their newfound skills.

• Pages: 136
• Publish Date: 09/09/2019
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.4in x 9.9in
• Softcover

Classic to Contemporary String Quilts takes you through every step of the string quilting process with helpful tips and suggestions. The front of the book is packed with string quilt techniques, followed by 16 quilt projects with clear instructions and diagrams. Author and quilting teacher Mary M. Hogan offers a fresh take on a fun, time-honored technique, reimagining many traditional and beloved quilt blocks—like the Card Trick or Churn Dash—as string blocks. Using strings, each classic quilt is unique, and updated for the 21st century with bold colors and contemporary settings. From wall hangings to full-size bed quilts, these 16 fun stash-busting projects take string quilts in a new direction!

• Pages: 128
• Author: Mary Hogan
• Publish Date: 04/08/2019
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.6in x 9.9in
• Softcover

Welcome to the world of Bargello, a style of quilt that is reminiscent of the Op Art of the 1960s, filled with movement and the illusion of depth thanks to the placement of the fabric's color and value. In fact, they’re inspired by a type of straight stitch embroidery found in the Bargello Palace in Florence, Italy. Deceptively complex-looking, bargello quilts are easy enough for beginners, and easier still combined with pre-cut strips of 2-1/2in wide fabric. Karin Hellaby’s newest book, Jelly Roll Bargello Quilts, explains the process clearly with easy-to-follow instructions, visual diagrams, and step-by-step photography. Karin, a world-renowned quilt making instructor, takes the reader on a journey through over 14 small projects such as table runners, pillows, wall-hangings, and lap quilts.

• Pages: 64
• Author: Karin Hellaby
• Publish Date: 06/06/2018
• Dimensions: 8.2in x 0.3in x 10.7in
• Softcover

Stitching quilts by hand not only connects us to the long tradition of quilt making but is also oh-so-modern! The technique is portable and can be done while on-the-go. It is a relaxing, meditative process that can also be shared and enjoyed in a social group. The Handmade Quilt provides a complete learning experience for new quilters. Starting with basic techniques, a needle and thread, and the reader’s own two hands, the author teaches how to create a heirloom-quality quilt that is a beautiful sampler of stash-busting blocks.

• Pages: 144
• Author: Carolyn Forster
• Publish Date: 06/11/2018
• Dimensions: 8.2in x 0.3in x 10.7in
• Softcover

You loved Sew Kind of Wonderful's first books, Contemporary Curved Quilts and One Wonderful Curve. Now they're back with another gorgeous curved collection. Sixteen small projects from table runners to wall-hangings that evoke the seasons and the holidays. The projects use the Quick Curve Ruler Mini to make a one size pieced curve block. The one size one curve block is the basis of each of the sixteen quilts that look so complex but are amazingly simple. How to instructions and illustrations thoroughly explain the entire curved quilt process from cutting and piecing to squaring up the blocks to pressing curved seams.

• Pages: 96
• Author: Jenny Pedigo, Helen Robinson and Sharilyn Mortensen
• Publish Date: 03/15/2018
• Dimensions: 8.2in x 0.3in x 10.8in
• Softcover

Get results you love with this complete visual guide to quilting on your home machine. Expert designer, author, and blogger Wendy Sheppard wants quilters of all skill levels to say, “I made this from start to finish.” From straight line quilting to beautiful free-motion techniques, Wendy’s expert advice and proven methods guide you through each step as you build skill and confidence. -Valuable techniques for quilting on your home sewing machine -Innovative step-by-step stitch guides build confidence at each turn for basic to advanced free-motion quilt designs -Loaded with detailed diagrams and photographs to teach each technique Quilt projects included for perfecting new skills

• Pages: 80
• Author: Wendy Sheppard
• Publish Date: 11/22/2017
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.3in x 10.7in
• Softcover

A new and creative take on one of quilt making’s oldest and most versatile blocks, enlivened by a modern attitude. With the Creative Grid® 6in ruler, quilters can quickly convert stash and scraps into amazing projects, including pillows, place mats, throws, and bed quilts, many embellished with wool appliqué. Filled with tips to save time, secrets to selecting colors and fabrics, inspiring photography and concise how-to, this book will spark quilters’ creativity. - Quick and easy: using Penny’s chain piecing technique, quilters can make large numbers of log cabin blocks in a snap - Expert tips for efficiency: organizing stash following Penny’s advice will help quilters’ projects come together quickly - Perfect results: using the 6in Log Cabin Trim Tool and Penny’s clear instructions allows quilters to make perfect Log Cabin, Half Log Cabin and Courthouse Steps blocks.

• Pages: 64
• Author: Penny Haren
• Publish Date: 07/20/2016
• Dimensions: 8.25in x 0.3in x 11in
• Softcover

In one volume, quilters will find over 200 classic blocks that they can use to hone their sewing skills, in block exchanges or to create wonderful block sampler quilts. In this impressive collection, the author organizes the blocks in groups of 2in x 2in, 3in x 3in, 4in x 4in,, and 6in x 6in grids with instructions and math provided for 6-, 9- and 12-inch blocks. This book is a block library that will be a quilter's go-to source for reference, inspiration and instruction. With the exception of a few that were designed by the author, the block designs are all nearly 100 years old. Some designs are still sewn to this day, but many deserve new recognition and use by today's quilters. - Includes instructions on constructing half-square and quarter-square triangles, flying geese, square-in-a-squares and parallel blocks. - A browser's delight: the four-color photography provides color and fabric-choice inspiration to quilters, and each blocks evocative name recalls quilting's rich history. - Clear instructions and expert advice: exploded diagrams of each block make construction a snap without special rulers. Tips on fabric selection, color choice, cutting, pressing and sewing - No math: The author provides accurate dimensions for each cut so that quilters can easily size their blocks for 6in, 9in or 12in!

• Pages: 144
• Author: Sue Voegtlin
• Publish Date: 09/15/2016
• Dimensions: 8.2in x 0.4in x 10.7in
• Softcover

Jazz up your quilting with bold and bright jelly roll quilts. Jean Ann Wright is back with 8 all new projects made with pre-cut jelly roll strips. The easy-to-follow instructions and detailed diagrams make these quilts a perfect weekend project. Jean Ann creates interesting and unique quilt designs to ensure your quilt won’t look like a typical pre-cut quilt!

• Pages: 48
• Author: Jean Ann Wright
• Publish Date: 02/29/2016
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.2in x 10.6in
• Softcover

Dig out scraps, stash and precuts to make more than a dozen string quilt projects designed by Mary Hogan. Learn to make a variety of string block designs including diagonal squares, diamonds, circles, triangles, columns and fans. This complete step-by-step guide takes quilters through every step of the string quilting process with helpful tips and suggestions throughout each chapter. Complete and clear sections include: Tools and Supplies, Foundation Options, Design Elements for String Quilts, String Piecing Techniques, Troubleshooting, String Quilt Projects and Terms & Definitions.

• Pages: 128
• Author: Mary M. Hogan
• Publish Date: 03/31/2016
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.5in x 10.7in
• Softcover

You loved Jenny Pedigo’s and Helen Robinson’s first book, Contemporary Curved Quilts. Now sisters Jenny and Helen are joined by a 3rd sister, Sherilyn to bring quilters another gorgeous curved collection. This time, they are using their Quick Curve Ruler to make a one-size, curved block from simple pieced shapes. Then, this one-size, one-curve block is the basis for each of the 12 amazingly unique quilts. 12 Contemporary Quilts. Complete how-to instructions and illustrations. Easy enough for an experienced beginner. Challenging enough for an advanced quilter.

• Pages: 80
• Author: Jenny Pedigo and Helen Robinson
• Publish Date: 10/15/2015
• Dimensions: 8in x 0.3in x 10.6in
• Softcover