Even if you've never done a bit of patchwork before, you'll be amazed at how quick and easy it is to learn the paper-piecing method. Just stitch along preprinted straight lines with your machine to create perfect, accurate blocks! - Includes paper foundations for one small quilt, plus extras for practice--make it to get the hang of paper piecing and to show off to your family and friends - Carol will lead you through each step-by-step photograph as you learn to paper piece with ease - Have bestselling author and nationally-known teacher Carol Doak as your own personal tutor

• Author: Carol Doak
• Publish Date: 01/25/2022
• Softcover

Enjoy Christmas in Colebridge in the final installment of Ann Hazelwood's Colebridge Community Series. Main street is busy with the Mistletoe Market and the quilt show in the depot. Folks in Colebridge help one another, especially at Christmas. Through love and loss, the townspeople are sewn together. The layers of their lives, like quilts, blend as one through appreciation of the community that binds them, not just just in Colebridge, but in their hearts. Book 6, final book, in the Colebridge Community Series.

• Pages: 344
• Author: Ann Hazelwood
• Publish Date: 07/0/2015
• Dimensions: 5.5in x 0.69in x 8.5in
• Softcover

Claire Stewart continues her quilt adventures in her little hometown of Fish Creek in Door County, Wisconsin. This time, Claire must face her former lover, Dr. Austen Page, since his terrible accident. Meanwhile, The Quilters of the Door have a new member, Anna Marie Meyer, who has recently moved from Germany. Claire embarks on embracing Anna and a wonderful German Christmas, as well as navigating her complicated love life.

• Pages: 368
• Author: Ann Hazelwood
• Publish Date: 10/25/2021
• Softcover

The second novel in Ann Hazelwood's Door County Quilts Series. Claire Stewart loves her little hometown of Fish Creek and has settled happily in Door County, Wisconsin. Her career as a quilt artist and painter is blooming, but she is disappointed with the prestigious quilt club she was privileged to join. They could be doing so much more to bring quilts to the forefront in Door County. One of Claire's grand ideas requires her to go before the Town Board to get an event permit. She and her best friend Cher team up to try to convince the board to do something they have never done before. Meanwhile, the man with the red scarf begins to play a stronger role in Claire's life as harassment continues from Austin, her former lover. Artist Claire Stewart is creating a life we cannot wait to read more about.

• Pages: 320
• Author: Ann Hazelwood
• Publish Date: 04/15/2021
• Dimensions: 5.5in x 1in x 8.5in
• Softcover

In Ann Hazelwood's fourth novel of the Wine Country Quilts Series, Lily Rosenthal starts her holidays with a Thanksgiving Pie Party, but the holiday season truly comes alive during the Christmas Walk in her town of Augusta, Missouri. A jolly, perfect Santa Claus occupies Doc's office on her property during the event and offers children one wish for Christmas. This inspires Lily to make a Christmas Wish quilt for her newly discovered half-sister. Wishes abound throughout the holiday season until a wish to find out more about Doc, Lily's unsettled spirit, turns quite interesting.

• Pages: 396
• Author: Ann Hazelwood
• Publish Date: 08/20/2019
• Dimensions: 5.5in x .85in x 8.5in
• Softcover

The third chapter in the life of Anne Brown and the Colebridge Community! In The Basement Quilt and The Potting Shed Quilt, the first and second novels by Ann Hazelwood, you became familiar with the family and friends of Anne Brown, the plucky florist whose life decisions remind us of our own. In the third book in the Colebridge Community series, even as Anne and her quilting friends welcome newcomers into their lives, they come across strange death practices and unusual (to them) uses for quilts. These events give them pause to consider life's deeper meanings. But what do they signal for the future? The Funeral Parlor Quilt is not just the title of this sequel. As in the first two parts of the series, the quilt itself is a character. You'll want to meet other quilt 'characters' as Anne and her family and friends keep meeting life's challenges. Book 3 in the Colebridge Community Series.

• Pages: 264
• Author: Ann Hazelwood
• Publish Date: 8/06/2013
• Dimensions: 5.5in x 0.6in x 8.5in
• Softcover

Celebrate Christmas in East Perry with Ann Hazelwood's Quilt The Town Christmas! Kate Meyr has settled into a pleasant life in Borna, Missouri and is adjusting to the challenges of becoming an innkeeper. Thankfully, the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays bring both friends and relatives to the guest house, including Aunt Mandy and Jack, who both make life-altering decisions. All the while, troubling events occur on the property, making it clear that there are those who do not welcome the energetic Kate. Kate meets the challenge head on and spearheads an effort to bring the spirit of Christmas to everyone in the community. But when the holidays are over, what choices will Kate face with Clark and John?

• Pages: 360
• Author: Ann Hazelwood
• Publish Date: 11/28/2016
• Dimensions: 5.5in x 0.70in x 8.5in
• Softcover

Your Go-To Rotary Cutting Guide Rotary cutting confidence is possible with this beginner-friendly reference book! Tips on how to choose the right cutter for the job, use a cutter safely, and beginner and advanced techniques you can accomplish with any rotary cutter. Plus, learn what other tools you might need along the way, equipment care and troubleshooting tips. Quilters and sewists can now demystify rotary cutting and select the right tool for the job to help them achieve efficiency and accuracy. Get the perfect cut every time! - Everything you need to know to safely use your rotary cutter - Includes tips and tricks to decrease stress and increase efficiency - Take the guesswork out of purchasing tools and equipment

• Pages: 48
• Author: Sarah Ashford
• Publish Date: 11/15/2021
• Softcover

This mini pocket guide is packed with mega information curated for sewing beginners! Once you've found your perfect pattern, use this guide to lead you through the sewing process to answer all of your questions along the way. Best-selling author Annabel Wrigley shares the fundamental basics on how to get started sewing, as well as information on fabrics, rotary cutters, templates, fusible interfacing, and so much more. Plus, answer every query you have on sewing around corners, sewing by hand, and sewing a button and pom-pom with this guide. Get this for you and a friend to start your sewing journey together!

• Pages: 64
• Author: Annabel Wrigley
• Publish Date: 10/25/2021
• Softcover

Everything you need to know to make your first quilt This mini pocket guide is packed with information curated for quilting beginners Once you've found your perfect pattern, use this guide to lead you through the piecing and quilting process to answer all of your questions along the way. Best-selling author Angela Walters shares the basics on how to get started, including information on supplies, notions, and sewing machines. Plus, she will answer every query you have on piecing, cutting, pressing, backing, layering, trimming, and binding with this guide. Get this for yourself and a friend to start your quilting journey together Quick and easy reference to all things quilting including instructions, supplies, sewing machines, and more Fall in love with patchwork, and share this giftable guide with everyone you know who wants to quilt Take it with you everywhere--classes, retreats, anywhere you quilt.

• Pages: 64
• Author: Angela Walters
• Publish Date: 10/15/2021
• Softcover

Start free-motion combination quilting and take your projects to the next level with bestselling author Christina Cameli. Perfect for quilters who are comfortable with allover and repeated designs, this comprehensive guide will build upon these simple skills so that quilters have the confidence to combine designs the way professional quilters do. Learn essential skills like echoing, building up, following along, managing tight spots, moving around the piece, and so much more. Practice important allover designs (spirals, wavy meandering, branching, designs, paisleys, and pebbles) then start your combination journey with both simple and fancy motifs. Try your hand at these 30+ combined designs, and then move to create your very own custom designs and compositions. - Combine simple and allover quilting designs that take quilts to the next level - Build quilt skills with 30+ combined designs - Learn to create infinite unique compositions

• Pages: 112
• Author: Christina Cameli
• Publish Date: 10/15/2021
• Softcover

Combine bursts of cotton color with wool wildlife, flowers, and more! Best-selling author Kim Schaefer introduces 12 new quilt projects in her beloved whimsical, modern, folk-art style. The quilts are perfect for beginners to explore easy fusible appliqué projects, as well as experienced stitchers, who can enjoy these brand new designs. Just layer your felted wool pieces, from flamingos, owls, bees, potted flowers, and much more, and add to your cotton fabric background.

• Pages: 80
• Author: Kim Schaefer
• Publish Date: 07/25/2021
• Softcover

Find inspiration in Improv and start your journey with bold colors and unique designs! Improv expert Cindy Grisdela shares the design principles and construction strategies for successful quilts every time. Explore three different ways to create improvisationally, from the easiest - using one block in different colors and orientations - to combining block units using various techniques - to aspirational, free cutting the entire quilt and designing it on the wall before sewing. Finished creations result in one-of-a-kind artwork! - Master three different improvisational styles to create original works of art - Design and construction process made easy with expert strategies - Guided exercises will have you creating stunning Improv quilts in no time!

• Pages: 96
• Author: Cindy Grisdela
• Publish Date: 09/25/2021
• Softcover

Beginners rejoice¿getting started with sewing has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will give you everything you need to know to explore and enjoy this fun art form. Dive in and sew six cute and useful projects like pillows, totes, pouches, and more. Plus, learn about the basics anatomy of a sewing machine, fabric, thread, and needle guide, and all the helpful tools and supplies you need. While this book is ideal for beginners, the adorable designs are still perfect and enjoyable for all sewing enthusiasts!

• Pages: 48
• Author: Lee Chappell Monroe
• Publish Date: 08/01/2021
• Softcover

A delightful collection of modern folk-art cross-stitch designs. Cross stitch flowers, animals, nature, and so much more with helpful guides to each project. Designs range from beginner-friendly to more advanced, and with 50+ designs there is plenty to keep you reaching for this book again and again. Customize your colors or match the ones given, each project includes color numbers from DMC, Anchor, and Madeira. Sit back and enjoy the process of hand stitching cute and clever designs from some of the most popular cross-stitch designers!

• Pages: 72
• Publish Date: 12/25/2021
• Dimensions: 8.5in x 11in
• Softcover

The complete go-to guide for all things embroidery! Everything embroidery bundled into one helpful how-to guide! Expert embroiderer Christen Brown breaks down 500+ stitches from the basics for beginners to more complex designs for advanced stitchers. Stitches range from Lazy Daisy, French Knot, Herringbone, Capped, Chevron, and so much more. Create intricate art like Christen with inspiration such as psychedelic balloons, mushroom gardens, and flowered embroidered spirals. Bursting with color and beads, designs are perfect for contemporary embroidery art or crazy quilting. Start simple and learn how to choose tools and threads, achieve the perfect stitch, and then start designing your unique embroidery project. - From basic stitches to complex combinations each of the 500+ designs comes with step-by-step instructions - Mix it up and learn how to change the position of the stitch and use the distance between points - Best-selling author Christen Brown provides expert guidance for all, including tips and instructions for left-handed embroiderers

• Pages: 160
• Author: Christen Brown
• Publish Date: 09/25/2021
• Softcover

Master Quilt Borders, Backing, and Bindings! Finish your quilt strong with a polished and professional touch! From borders to binding (with batting in between) this is the perfect reference tool with step-by-step instructions on how to complete each finishing touch. Go from ordinary to extraordinary with over 100 different border options to give your quilt pizzaz and explore numerous ways on how to bind a quilt. Plus, you’ll never ruin a quilt again with the wrong choice of batting as tips and tricks will give you the insight and confidence you need to always make the right decision. Take all the guesswork out of finishing quilts with this essential guide! Make more than 100 different borders with step-by-step instructions on how to piece and add them to your quilt top Learn numerous ways to bind your quilt from straight and bias binding to prairie points and beyond This guide is the perfect lifelong reference tool that can be referred to again and again.

• Pages: 128
• Author: Harriet Hargrave and Carrie Hargrave-Jones
• Publish Date: 04/25/2021
• Dimensions: 8.55in x 0.32in x 11.08in
• Softcover

Beginners rejoice--getting started with wool appliqué has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will give you everything you need to know to explore and enjoy a fun, hands-on fiber art. Stitch six cute flora-and-fauna-themed projects onto sewing accessories, bags, wallhangings, pillows, and more. Each project includes an embroidery embellishment for extra inspiration. While this book is ideal for beginners, the adorable designs are still perfect and enjoyable for all sewists! - Wool appliqué beginners delve into 6 versatile projects with step-by-step instructions - Includes comprehensive information on tools needed plus endless tips and tricks - The second book in our “Jump into” series--explore a fun, new, and relaxing fiber art technique!

• Pages: 48
• Author: Carrie Buck
• Publish Date: 05/25/2021
• Softcover

Stitch your very own garden Explore your stitching versatility with this comprehensive guide by learning to use any thread and embroidery stitch you desire! Jennifer Clouston shares how to make the most of the thread you already own by introducing hundreds of stitch and fiber combination options to create your own unique flower garden. From textured stems and leaves to colorful bunches of flowers- your end result will look and feel like a true artistic and organic garden.

• Pages: 96
• Author: Jennifer Clouston
• Publish Date: 05/25/2021
• Softcover

Quilting shouldn't be a pain in the neck! Stay pain-free with this quilter's survival guide to a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Ever been unusually sore after a marathon day of crafting? There's no need for pain! This guide will make sure you have the right posture, techniques, and stretches when putting in those dedicated hours on your next project. Expert Rose Parr will teach you the methods behind ergonomics with useful visual guides, endless tips, healthy recipes, and contributions from the best quilters in the industry! - Certified health and ergonomics specialist Rose Parr shares her expertise on how to sew smarter, healthier and happier - Includes exercises, stretches, recipes, and tips to keep you in prime sewing form - Keep your mind sharp and your body ache-free!

• Pages: 80
• Author: Rose Parr
• Publish Date: 03/25/2021
• Dimensions: 5.25in x 9in
• Softcover

One-Block Wonder expert and best-selling author Maxine Rosenthal, along with fellow quilter Nancy Miller, teach quilters the endless ways to turn preprinted fabric panels into fabulous blocks. Learn how to arrange One-Block Wonder hexagons around a panel, how to blend hexagon colors into the panel, and how to sew it all together. Includes easy-to-follow instructions, no y-seams, and an end result with gorgeous visual effects! - Make remarkable kaleidoscope designs by cutting and sewing triangles into hexagons - Use fabric panels in a beautiful way¿each block is unique to you - Simple piecing with NO Y-SEAMS!

• Pages: 80
• Author: Maxine Rosenthal and Nancy Miller
• Publish Date: 02/25/2021
• Dimensions: 8.34 x 0.23 x 11.2in
• Softcover

Make a joyful Christmas quilt designed by Erin Russek using the holiday colors you love. Features a large center medallion block ringed by 16 pieced and applique blocks set on-point. Pattern pack comes with full instructions, and the finished project makes for the perfect holiday throw or wallhanging! - Piece and appliqué beautiful holiday quilt in your favorite Christmas colors - From best-selling Pattern Spot designer Erin Russek - Center medallion is ringed by 16 blocks set on-point

• Pages: 16
• Author: Erin Russek
• Publish Date: 02/25/2021
• Dimensions: 8.8in x 0.11in x 11.97in
• Softcover

Delve into the world of quilts, fabrics, and bowl making! Take quilt blocks and bring them into the three dimensional space as tasteful, modern bowls. Kirsten Fisher shares her unique artistic vision and instructions on how you can take any piece of fabric and reinvent it using the design of your choice. Perfect to forever display a favorite fabric or quilt block, or provide a thoughtful gift to loved ones. - Learn step-by-step how to use fabric or quilt blocks to create modern, functional art bowls - Show off your stitching artistry with endless decorative opportunities - Great way to make use of scrap fabric, they also make great gifts!

• Pages: 80
• Author: Kirsten Fisher
• Publish Date: 02/25/2021
• Dimensions: 8.62in x 0.25in x 11.07in
• Softcover

Based on the popular Sashiko Handy Pocket Guide by Sylvia Pippen, comes Sashiko stencils! Delve into the world of traditional Japanese art with these handy stencils that will give you the confidence to start each sashiko project with accuracy and ease. Stencil and stitch 9 gorgeous patterns: Seven Treasures, Bamboo, Interlocking Squares, Wickerwork, Lightning, Key Fret, Pampas Grass, Hemp Leaf, and Seven Treasures Variation. - Easy-to-use stencils make learning Sashiko a breeze - Features 9 traditional Japanese designs - Position the stencil where desired, use a fabric marking pencil, mark your designs, and get stitching!

• Author: Sylvia Pippen
• Publish Date: 2021
• Dimensions: 6.27in x 0.06in x 10.19in
• Softcover

Stitch sweet and colorful Sashiko projects! Bring a pop of color to traditional Sashiko stitching! Make 23 different projects with your choice of colorful thread and project surface to create something unique to you. Projects include totes, bags, purses, towels, table decor, picnic cloths, and more! Fill your home with charming Sashiko pieces or give them as gifts with a personal touch. Originally published in Japan from Boutique-sha Editorial, each project values the traditional art of Sashiko while bringing a brand new twist to the designs. Embroidery enthusiasts explore stitching Sashiko and enjoy 18 stitch patterns that can be applied to any project Expand upon traditional indigo and white Sashiko with bursts of color and working with different threads and background surfaces Includes beautiful Japanese photography and craftsmanship.

• Pages: 112
• Publish Date: 04/25/2021
• Softcover

With its radiant beams and calculated curves, the New York Beauty quilt has always been a showstopper. Now you can make your own jaw-dropping Australian wedding quilt with Cinzia White, the esteemed designer behind The Storyteller's Sampler Quilt. This queen-size bed quilt boasts 54 gorgeous New York Beauty blocks named for and inspired by Australian wildlife. Don't be afraid to begin your foundation paper piece journey, as the author's clear instructions will guide you and help you feel truly accomplished. - A true creative journey! Sew the New York Beauty quilt of your dreams - Stitch 54 unique blocks that pay homage to Australian wildlife - Learn to foundation piece a queen-size quilt by machine

• Pages: 128
• Author: Cinzia White
• Publish Date: 01/25/2021
• Dimensions: 8.6in x 0.36in x 11.1in
• Softcover

Learn to make felt plants and flowers so rich with detail; they look freshly picked! Aimed at absolute beginners¿the book starts with an overview of basic techniques and then progresses on to simple lessons for making flowers, plants, leaves, and branches. Each lesson comes with a detailed reference photograph, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, and pattern. Once the lessons are complete, the reader can progress on to a series of beautifully-designed projects (featuring the plants and flowers previously practiced). Each project is introduced with a styled photograph showing the item in an attractive modern setting along with easy instructions for assembly. Learn to make: - Fabulous felt flowers including magnolia, poppy, ranunculus, rose, and sunflower - Trendy felt houseplants such as air plants and succulents - Gorgeous felt greenery including eucalyptus leaves, ferns, and an olive branch - Beautiful felt projects including a floral garland, decorative pillow, potted plant, Bohemian crown, terrarium, and more! - A must-have book for anyone interested in learning a new craft that offers endless creativity and is easy, inexpensive, and on-trend!

• Pages: 128
• Author: Bryanne Rajamannar
• Publish Date: 01/07/2021
• Dimensions: 8.01in x 0.34in x 10.09in
• Softcover

Master 10in square precuts with this complete and indispensable guide! Sew 20+ traditional blocks with timesaving tips and tricks from the one and only Missouri Star Quilt Company. You’ll cover all the basics, including easy half-square triangle construction, cutting other shapes from 10in squares, and guidelines of how many 10in square packs are needed for different size quilts. Easy-to-use illustrations are at your fingertips in this handy, spiral-bound guide that’s ready to take with you. - All-in-one guide to 10in square precuts in a portable, spiral-bound reference that’s easy to take with you - Make 20+ traditional quilt blocks from 10in squares - Time-saving tips and tricks to sew half-square triangle units and add snowball pieces plus tips to making the most of your 10in squares.

• Pages: 48
• Author: Jenny Doan
• Publish Date: 08/07/2020
• Dimensions: 6.02in x 0.5in x 9.06in
• Spiral Bound

Quilt your way through the calendar with Mary Hertel's cute and oh-so-easy paper-pieced blocks! Assemble 24 blocks, with a pair of pretty paper-pieced designs for every month of the year. Seasonal motifs like snowmen, gnomes, butterflies, and turkeys impress, along with some adorable dressed-up dogs and cats. Each paper-pieced 8in square block is scrap-friendly and worthy to be the centerpiece of 7 fun projects from mini quilts to hand towels and a baby bib. Sew seasonal gifts and holiday home decor that's anything but ordinary--even mixing and matching the blocks with project ideas from Mary's previous books to multiply your creativity! - Paper-piece 24 blocks! Stitch 2 seasonal designs for each month of the calendar - Mix-and-match themes in 7 creative projects--mini quilts, hand towels, a pillow, baby quilt, and baby bib - Easy, cute, and fun paper-piecing that will delight Mary Hertel's fans

• Pages: 64
• Author: Mary Hertel
• Publish Date: 12/25/2020
• Dimensions: 8.53in x 0.22in x 11.09in
• Softcover

Color Theory is a Tool, Not a Rule! By the author of the Foolproof Color Wheel Set, Katie Fowler shows you how to plan and practice color theory. Guided by her expert tips and suggestions, your creative juices will flow as you develop a comprehensive understanding of color theory and color relationships while completing these fun activities. Relax with your coloring tool of choice and explore hues, transparency, saturation, and more. Use this workbook for years to come as it will continue to be a great reference for all color and color combinations. So, go ahead, get coloring! - Gain an understanding of basic color theory in a series of fun and practical exercises - Explore topics such as hue, saturation, value, color mixing, transparency, color relationships and more - Both an educational and enjoyable hands-on experience!

• Pages: 128
• Author: Katie Fowler
• Publish Date: 10/07/2020
• Dimensions: 8.59in x 0.51in x 8.64in
• Softcover