New York Beauties Flying Geese

Dramatic curves and angles for today's adventurous quilter Become a skilled foundation piecer with New York Beauty blocks and arcs of Flying Geese that amaze! Carl Hentsch simplifies a technique loved by many with his straightforward approach to curved piecing, foundation piecing, and simple machine appliqué. Stitch your way through 31 architectural block patterns, ideal for advanced beginners and intermediate quilters. Then it's time to practice on 10 full-size quilts and 27 bonus pillow projects with lively color combinations to provide movement and drama. In a personal foreword, fabric designer Tula Pink discusses how she met Carl and came to collaborate with him on the color choices for his quilts. • Complex piecing made simple! Expand your skill set and learn new tips and techniques for curved and foundation piecing • Traditional blocks shine with the use of modern fabrics in rich color stories, with fabric selections by Tula Pink • Practice your newfound skills on a small project with stunning round pillows designed to accompany each quilt

Tips and techniques for unleashing the designer within and creating your own original quilts. Let your imagination take flight! Gail Garber teaches you step-by-step techniques to create your own unique quilt designs, or to make any of the five bonus projects in this book. Draft shapes such as Flying Geese, triangles, and diamonds to fill strips of fabric that weave in and out of your design. Easy paper-piecing instructions help you make all your designs more accurate, from landscapes to radiating sunlight to flowing ribbons. Links to full-size foundation patterns are included, plus a gallery of quilts made by Gail and her students. Learn how to make intriguing quilts with techniques for using free-form strips and shapes to create dimension, illusion, and flow. There’s no limit to the designs you can invent!

Sew a New York Beauty quilt from 54 gorgeous 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.

Paper piecing is popular, so now's the time to teach quilters to move beyond squares and rectabgles and give their quilts a few points - sharp points. Readers will discover a varied assortment of bold looks.

Dozens of creative ideas. Learn 25 ways to create flocks of fast flying geese from traditional to 3D geese. Fully illustrated and easy-to-follow instructions. Quilt plans plus a gallery of inspiration.

Merging two traditional blocks gave Carl the dynamic design result he sought. Combining Rail Fence with Lemoyne Star yielded his Stars 'N Strips block, and elevated his quilts into national competition. Just vary the number of fabrics used or change their placement to create a limitless number of blocks. Several sized blocks are shown, along with two variations. 10 projects get the reader started. Only a few simple tools are needed to create outstanding quilts. This book is perfect for the confident beginner and will satisfy the desire to grow for intermediate and advanced stitchers.

What happens when a corporate interior designer working for a global design and architectural firm turns her expertise to quilt patterns? Extraordinary designs! Natalie Barnes shows how to use color, contrast, and composition to achieve a one-of-a-kind look. Included is a chapter by the masterful machine quilter Angela Walters on using the stitching itself to complement these concepts. Twist and turn simple blocks to create impressive, random-looking modern designs Learn to trust unusual color combinations and choose fabrics with confidence 13 enticing patterns: quilts, table runners, wall hangings, place mats, and quilted storage boxes

Learn to cut and sew three beautiful Mariner's Compass Star projects, plus... Navigate fabric selection with Gail's expert guidance. Explore the ease of making precise templates or foundations. The sky is the limit as you draw circular stars, circular borders, and flying geese with confidence. View an exciting gallery of student and master works that will inspire you. The printed (paper) version of this title is out of stock and is no longer available. However, AQS has made a digital download version (eBook) available; see item# 8129; eBook - Stellar Journeys Flying Geese and Star Quilts.