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Cathedral Window Qulting
Lynne Edwards
David & Charles, 2008
In Cathedral Window Quilting, internationally-renowned quilt designer Lynne Edwards returns to this beautiful patchwork technique by popular demand. Lynne’s uniquely creative and accessible approach brings Cathedral Window quilting up to date, capturing quilters’ imaginations and inspiring them to learn and enjoy this technique and its variations.
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The Painted Quilt: Paint and Print Techniques for Color on Quilts
Linda Kemshall, Laura Kemshall
David & Charles, 2007
Excellence in all subjects and Inspriational! A Definite 5-Star Book in My Library!
First off, all the other reviewers are right on the mark when it comes to this book, yet I wanted to add a few words that might help others choose this book for their library. For one, the page on the subject "Inspired to Design" is just the beginning of the subject ...
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Jelly Roll Quilts
Pam Lintett, Nicky Lintett
David & Charles, 2008
Nice patterns!
I bought this book for inspiration after buyng a Moda jelly roll on a whim and then having no idea what to do with it. I have read through the book several times, and I can't wait to make several of the patterns. I am keeping my eyes open for additional jelly rolls to ...
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Sew Pretty Homestyle
Tone Finnanger
David & Charles, 2007
Sew Pretty Homestyle
Love this book, it is the perfect book to snuggle up with on the davenport, wrapped in ones favorite quilt & a cup of tea near by.
Some may consider it a coffee table book, but I enjoyed leisurely turning the pages and dreaming of the things I might someday make. Luv ...
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Fast Quilts from Fat Quarters
Barbara Chainey
David & Charles, 2006
Fast Quilts from Fat Quarters
My, oh, my. I had no clue how wonderful this book was when I ordered it.
My 14 year old granddaughter picked up the book last week and shared how
many she wanted to make out of this one. It's sew easy instructions and
the speed in which you can complete any of ...
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Cakes to Inspire and Desire
Lindy Smith
David & Charles, 2007
Cakes to Inspire and Desire
I think the instructions in this book are fabulous and very helpful. I am an experienced decorator (30 years) and do cakes professionaly. I learned some important techniques. The designs are great and up-to-date with current requests from customers.
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Sew Pretty Christmas Homestyle
Tone Finnanger
David & Charles, 2008
Don't think for a second more, buy this book - it's GORGEOUS!
Oh My God, don't delay another second, buy this book. It's totally gorgeous, I LOVE it. I only bought it last week and have already made several things and flicked through it a million times. The pictures are adorable, the patterns sooooo simple to use and lots of ...
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Ghosts Caught On Film
Melvyn Willin
David & Charles, 2007
Earns Respect
This book earns a great deal of my respect for many reasons. I appreciate the presentation of facts, letting the reader decide what to believe. The layout is beautiful and it makes a fascinating coffee table book. I like that is has some of the most famous and heavily ...
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Stash Buster Quilts: 14 Time-saving Designs to Use Up Fabric Scraps
Lynne Edwards
David & Charles, 2006
Great book
This is one of my favorite quilting books. There are many great ideas for quilts made from scraps and FQs. Most of them can also be made from yardage if you so desire. The photos are great, directions are clear, and most quilts feature variations. One of my ...
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World of Knitted Toys
Kath Dalmeny
David & Charles, 2001
Great Toy Knitting Book
This book is packed with adorable animals to knit. I am knitting the Kangaroo right now for a gift for a two-year old little boy, and it is coming out really cute so far. My recommendation is to take the pattern and write notes, line by line, to keep track of how ...
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Pastel Workbook: A Complete Course in 10 Lessons (Workbook)
Jackie Simmonds
David & Charles, 2007
Teaching guide
Clear, simple teaching guide for pastel beginners. 10 progressive lessons. Examples range from simple to advanced, to encourage and inspire the reader. I think it needs a bit more information in fixatives and surfaces, which are a large factor in the whole ...
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The Rubber Stamper's Bible
Francoise Read
David & Charles, 2005
The Rubber stamper's Bible
The Rubber Stamper's Bible
Very good book. I wish I knew about it when I started stamping two years ago. If you are just starting to stamp, it explains the differnt inks, cardstocks, tools, techniques, etc. which would have been such an asset instead of my ...
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Quick & Clever Handmade Cards (Quick and Clever)
Julie Hickey
David & Charles, 2004
Excellent Book
I am a beginner in cardmaking and found this book very useful. However the book is not aimed entirely at the beginners. Anyone can draw inspiration from it. The cards are very beautiful and relatively easy to make. There are lots of useful information about the tools, ...
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Making Jewelry with Gemstone Beads
Barbara Case
David & Charles, 2007
Beautiful projects with gorgeous photographs
I am new to beading (about one year) and have found books on my level to be either boring or ugly in their designs. This book is neither. It has gorgeous photographs and more than enough intermediate and advanced projects for me to shoot for. Each project is labeled ...
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Sew Many Bags. Sew Little Time
Sally Southern
David & Charles, 2008
Different, Fresh and New
This is a great book for bag makers who've been struggling to find innovative ideas which mirrors what the Japanese bags makers have accomplished. We need more books like this - in English. Thanks Sally!
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