Artful Appliqu

"Step-by-step, illustrated instructions for using applique, in combination with other materials, to create beautifully embellished fashion accessories. Projects include bags, scarves, belts, journal cover, pin cushions, and more. Techniques taught include satin stitch, blanket stitch, folded edge, applying beads, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Includes how to information for creating the appliqué blocks: vintage flower and buds; windblown tulip; scalloped leaf wheel; winter cardinal; cactus flower; cotton-boll blossom; flight of fancy; square wreath; summer nosegay; dove and dogwood blossoms; delicate dahlia; Irish spring; Dresden flower; hummingbird and trillium; starshine; and twining lily.

Learn how to create fantastic applique shapes with the innovative new 'scraplique' technique. Discover a whole new world of applique with Jane Townswick's innovative new technique. "Artful Applique II" features 12 original projects that introduce readers to the basics of 'scraplique' - a fantastic new method for creating applique shapes - accompanied by full-colour photography, full-sized patterns, and step-by-step instructions.

Stitch up a whimsical world! Fast-Piece Applique makes it easy to sew complex-looking shapes in a jiffy. Whether it's your 1st or your 101st quilt, these imaginative designs will add life and sparkle to your world. Find step-by-step instructions for four colorful wall hangings, plus an inspirational quilt gallery and guidelines for creating your own designs Discover the best ways to work with large templates Explore fun options for embellishing with fabrics, beads, bangles, and found objects

With this guidebook and a bonus CD of embroidery designs from award-winning artist, Bobbi Bullard, you'll learn how to make the most of your machine embroidery to create wearable art that you can really wear. Get professional-looking results on any home embroidery machine by working with basic design principles. Includes a complete supply guide to ensure your work is successful. Whether you're embellishing hand-sewn or store-bought clothing, you'll learn how to add sophisticated designer style that is uniquely you. With your new one-of-a-kind outfits, you'll look and feel more beautiful!

Kathy Cano-Murillo, the Crafty Chica, is not a seamstress. She is a thread artist. In Crafty Chica's Guide to Artful Sewing, she'll show how to harness the power of her fearless kamikaze sewing style - just dive in and give it 100 percent. Here, readers - even those who can hardly sew on a button - will find the nuts and bolts of sewing and the confidence to develop their own style and flair. Thirty fun fabu-low-sew projects, from placemats and totes to embellished skirts, help readers take charge of their sewing machines and discover their own Crafty Chica side.

“Stunning . . . packed with inspiration and practical advice to help quilters of all abilities create unique abstract art quilts from photographs and images.” —Pretty Patches Take the first steps to becoming an art quilter with popular teacher and bestselling author Katie Pasquini Masopust. Starting with an inspiration image, choose fabrics to create your own artistic log cabin quilts. Learn to navigate visual pathways and composition, applying easy techniques and experimenting with color. Student work is showcased to prove that anyone can create an art quilt! Design and make your masterpiece with freeform log cabin blocks using this versatile method. “As she demonstrates, a simple log cabin block can become a rich and dynamic fiber art statement through inspired use of color, fabric choices and placement.” —Generation Q Magazine “Her method is sure to result in something that is personal, unique and very satisfying.” —Down Under Textiles “This is a fascinating approach to creating original designs with traditional piecing methods.” —Machine Quilting Unlimited