Patchwork for Beginners

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Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2001-03-01
Publisher(s): Guild of Master Craftsman Pubns ltd
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Summary

The techniques are simple enough for beginners--who get a wonderful introduction to the full range of hand and machine stitching required for perfect patchwork designs--but the bold and bright patterns are so beautiful that even more experienced sewers will find them irresistible. Follow the instructions and the gorgeous color combinations and make some of the most delightful gifts and decorative items for the home. Choose from several quilts, including one done in Amish style and another just right for a cot. Or, whip up place mats, cushions, and a wall hanging. Give yourself a special present: a sewing set and pincushion in honor of your new hobby. Plus: Christmas decorations, an evening bag, a toy cat and more!

Table of Contents

Introduction 1(5)
PART 1 Patchwork Basics
Equipment and Materials
Sewing equipment
6(3)
Design equipment
9(2)
Fabrics and threads
11(3)
Preparation for Patchwork
Drafting designs
14(1)
Cutting templates
14(1)
Computer design
15(1)
Colour
15(2)
Pattern
17(2)
Optical effects
19(3)
Basic Instructions
Using templates
22(1)
Enlarging templates
22(1)
Using a rotary cutter
23(1)
Hand piecing
24(1)
Stitches
24(1)
Machine piecing
25(2)
String (or chain) piecing
27(1)
Pressing
27(2)
Finishings
Quilting
29(4)
Machine quilting
33(1)
Binding and piping
33(2)
Borders
35(3)
Frills
38(1)
Hanging methods
39(3)
PART 2 Patchwork Techniques
Pieced Methods
Template (English) method
42(3)
American Blocks
45(3)
Curved Seam Methods
Drunkard's Path
48(3)
Double Wedding Ring
51(3)
Applied Methods
Folded Star
54(2)
Clamshells
56(3)
Dresden Plate
59(3)
Crazy patchwork
62(2)
Suffolk Puffs
64(2)
Cathedral Window
66(2)
Celtic applique
68(2)
Strip Patchwork
Strip piecing
70(2)
Quilt-as-you-go
72(2)
Seminole patchwork
74(2)
Log Cabin patchwork
76(8)
PART 3 Projects
Cushions
A trio of pincushions
84(4)
Cathedral Window cushion
88(4)
Celtic applique cushion
92(4)
Seminole floor cushion
96(6)
Gifts
Sewing basket and accessories
102(6)
Curved patchwork place mat
108(4)
Rosette evening bag
112(4)
Pineapple-pattern tissue box
116(6)
Quilts, Wall Hangings and Throws
Amish-style quilt
122(6)
Stained-glass wall hanging
128(4)
Log Cabin throw
132(4)
Teddy bear cot quilt
136(8)
Christmas Items
Christmas stocking
144(4)
Folded Star table centre
148(4)
Christmas baubles
152(4)
Patchwork puss
156(8)
Gallery 164(5)
About the Author 169(1)
Index 170

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