Bibliograph

Block party-- the modern quilting bee, the journey of 12 women, 1 blog & 12 improvisational projects, Alissa Haight Carlton and Kristen Lejnieks

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Block party-- the modern quilting bee, the journey of 12 women, 1 blog & 12 improvisational projects, Alissa Haight Carlton and Kristen Lejnieks

Language

eng

Abstract

"The quilting bee gets a modern makeover * From the creators of popular blog, blockpartyquilting.com * Let go of "the rules" with 12 fun, funky, and improvisational projects * The fundamental techniques are outlined-from fabric selection to quilt tops to binding * Projects are perfect for both beginner and experienced quilters It's hip to be square! In this inspiring book, quilting mavericks Alissa and Kristen chronicle their year-long "virtual" quilting bee. Twelve chapters (one for each month) showcase the designs of today's leading modern quilters along with easy-to-follow guidelines, so you can reinvent their work in your own signature style. Best of all, with this book in hand, you'll have everything you need to start your own online quilting bee and enjoy collaborating with other fabric lovers around the world."--, Provided by publisher

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Block party-- the modern quilting bee

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

769188138

Responsibility statement

Alissa Haight Carlton and Kristen Lejnieks

Sub title

the journey of 12 women, 1 blog & 12 improvisational projects

Table Of Contents

Wonky log cabin block -- Quartered log cabin block -- Wonky nine-patch block -- Wonky triangle block -- String X block -- Wonky roman stripe block -- Modern dresden plate block -- Polka dot block -- Uneven coins block -- Hexagon block -- Wonky stripe block -- Confetti block

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