Crafted Appliqu

Appliqué got you down? Try Lara Buccella's innovative new way to make raw-edge appliqué a delight. Whether you want to try this technique in a big or small way, Lara's projects will give you plenty of ways to get creative. Lara's extensive introduction to her "no fray" method of appliqué is comprehensive, allowing you more time at your sewing machine. Follow along easily on projects with clear visuals and in-depth directions. Creative designs bring fun and flair to your projects. OUT OF PRINT

Designers provide creative solutions for user problems and identify the needs of users in a given environment. However, it is often difficult to understand the social design of a product or service. Practice and Progress in Social Design and Sustainability is a critical scholarly resource that provides groundbreaking research on social contributions to design. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as rural sustainability, ecological farmhouse designs, and community public spaces, this book is geared towards architects, designers, program planners, entrepreneurs, and engineers seeking information about design for resolving social issues.

This work presents a range of techniques and ideas for transforming scraps of fabric and thread into original and innovative furnishings, wall hangings, clothing and accessories. It traces the origins of applique and explores how it has developed as a craft.

An authoritative account of the powerful bonds between generations of African American quiltmakers

Vividly reconstructs economic conditions in ancient Roman cities and the socio-economic strategies of artisans who lived in them.

Beloved fabric and quilt pattern designer Edyta Sitar for Laundry Basket Quilts has designed 12 gorgeous quilt blocks that take you through the seasons of the year. 5 appliqué quilt block project settings provide the foundation for creating a one, two or four block appliqué project as well as a 12 block-12 month full-size calendar quilt. Each appliqué quilt block features one or more of Edyta Sitar’s beautifully crafted “silhouettes” for raw-edge machine appliqué. Background quilting enhances the beauty and detail of each appliqué quilt block. Step-by-step how-to and instructions for Edyta’s raw-edge appliqué technique Full-size appliqué templates Concise and clear how-to for background quilting Edyta’s favorite quilt binding technique Full-size placement diagrams for each of the 12 blocks Five block settings: wall art, a table runner, a bed topper, a wallhanging and a full-size quilt

Step-by-step instructions, patterns, and photographs are presented for projects ranging from simple-to-stitch creations to wall hangings and appliqued quilts

Everything you need to succeed with appliqué. 150 appliqué design elements-flowers, leaves, stems, vases, birds, bugs, and flourishes. Mix and match to design your own beautiful appliquéd blocks, quilts, and wearables. Layflat binding makes it easy to trace your favorite patterns. Includes 3 projects to get started, ranging from basic to complex. This complete source book guides you every step of the way in how to design your own appliqué patterns. Learn where to find new inspiration, read more about the history of appliqué, and build your skills in both hand and machine techniques. You'll revel in your new-found freedom to make your appliqué projects uniquely your own!