For Keeps Meaningful Patchwork for Every Day Living |
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Author:
| Gibson, Amy |
ISBN: | 978-1-940655-07-9 |
Publication Date: | Jul 2015 |
Publisher: | Lucky Spool Media, LLC
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $54.99 |
Book Description:
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Quilts can tell lovely stories. In her much anticipated first book, For Keeps: Meaningful Patchwork for Every Day Living, Amy Gibson teaches you how to make quilts today that will become family heirlooms _ not because of their meticulous construction, but because of the stories they tell and the stories they will inspire.
- 17 fabulous projects are divided into two sections: Memory Makers and Memory Keepers.
Quilts can tell lovely stories. In her much anticipated first book, For Keeps: Meaningful Patchwork for Every Day Living, Amy Gibson teaches you how to make quilts today that will become family heirlooms _ not because of their meticulous construction, but because of the stories they tell and the stories they will inspire.
- 17 fabulous projects are divided into two sections: Memory Makers and Memory Keepers.
- The quilts are showcased throughout the book in over 100 inspiring and beautiful photographs
Memory Makers. Quilts that are inspired by specific family activities such as:
- Popcorn Please _ a family movie night quilt
- Once Upon a Time _ a children's storybook pillow
- Sunday in the Park _ a picnic quilt
- Hideaway _a tent quilt
- Make a Move_a game-board quilt with bean bag game pieces, and many more
Memory Keepers. These inspiring designs foster new family traditions including :
- Celebrate You _ a quilted birthday banner
- Love Letters _ a quilt inspired by handwritten messages
- Filmstrip _ a photo quilt
- Family Secrets _ patchwork recipe binder
- Tear Drops _ a comforting vintage hanky quilt, and other sweet projects
Patchwork 101. This section of the book includes instructional advice:
- Construction basics
- Helpful tips for quick and easy cutting and piecing
- Beginner-friendly projects that are fun
- Block-based designs that a quilter of any skill level can make
- 80 instructional illustrations to guide you