Artist and quiltmaker Sara Buscaglia invites readers to her Colorado farm to learn the secrets-and beauty-of making natural dyes and stitching natural-fiber heirloom quilts by hand Learn to dye cellulose fabric and hand-stitch quilts with founder Sara Buscaglia's beautiful aesthetic, informed by the extraordinary landscape surrounding her farm. Her creative practice centers on simplicity, working with nature, and using naturally derived materials...

Fed up with feeling like you can't meet the standards of the Quilt Police? Do you want to quilt for comfort and pleasure -- and not to win some high-falutin' quilting contest? Weary of worrying about what others will think of your color choices -- or your pieced points? Or your applique stitches? That Dorky Homemade Look: Quilting Lessons from a Parallel Universe is the quilting companion you've been wishing for. Lisa Boyer, a popular...

Improv quilting, in which quilt designs emerge organically as fabric is cut and stitched, is simple, popular, and fun. In this book, expert quilter Patricia Belyea offers improv instruction and shares her appealing Quilt Manifesto of five simple rules. While providing quilters with a starting point, the fifth rule of the Manifesto, "Break any rule you like," opens the door to creative freedom. (However, the solid instructions allow even the rule-breakers...

"Quilts! Quilts!! Quilts!!! is widely considered to be the best instructional book for anyone learning how to quilt or seeking to improve their skills. Written by industry veterans, this third edition builds on the success of earlier editions, with 24 completely new patterns inspired by classic designs and contemporary fabrics. Based on the principle that a solid foundation turns beginners into lifelong quilt makers, this comprehensive reference covers...

When it comes to quilting, Maggie Newcomb is all thumbs. And nobody rubs it in more than Emma Jean Stoddard. But Maggie swallows her ire for one simple reason--she has a crush on Emma Jean's handsome son, Colby, and doesn't want to ruin her chances. So she works hard to become the best quilter in Maintown. Her plan seems to be working--that is, until Tamara Brennan comes to town. Tamara is wealthy and poised as well as beautiful, and immediately turns...

Part of a six-pattern DVD series, this Hugs and Kisses DVD will introduce you to the wonderful world of quilting. Step by step, you will be taken through the process of creating your own heirloom quilt, learning fun techniques and shortcuts that even more experienced quilters will enjoy. All you need is a sewing machine, fabric of your choosing, and a few basic tools. This 2-DVD set includes written instructions and diagrams to make your quilting...