Patchwork City
75 Innovative Blocks for the Modern Quilter + 6 Sampler Quilts
Published on 28. October 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-1-60705-951-6 (ISBN)
Description
Are you tired of sewing the same old blocks? Here's what you've been waiting for: a bonanza of 75 modern quilt blocks from Elizabeth Hartman, one of the modern quilt movement's favorite designers. You'll love these fresh angular designs inspired by city life, and the mix-and-match possibilities are endless! Elizabeth gets quilters started with 6 complete sampler quilts to sew. Each of the 75 blocks is shown in 3 different color palettes. Change up blocks, sizes, or fabrics to embark on a limitless exploration of modern style.
* 75 modern blocks: 25 small rectangles (5 x 8 ), 25 medium squares (8 x 8 ), and 25 long rectangles (5 x 14 )
* Easy-to-follow cutting charts and instructions for every block. Some blocks have full-size freezerpaper templates
* Mix and match-6 sampler quilt projects show just a few of the endless possibilities
* Pattern pullout included
* 75 modern blocks: 25 small rectangles (5 x 8 ), 25 medium squares (8 x 8 ), and 25 long rectangles (5 x 14 )
* Easy-to-follow cutting charts and instructions for every block. Some blocks have full-size freezerpaper templates
* Mix and match-6 sampler quilt projects show just a few of the endless possibilities
* Pattern pullout included
Reviews / Votes
July 2015If you're getting tired of traditional quilting shapes, sew outside the box with this book's quirky blocks and unique angular designs. Elizabeth Hartman, known as one of modern quilting's top designers, took inspiration for the book from her portland city life and many of the designs are definitely 'urban'. Choose from 75 blocks for enjoyable mixing and matching, and make the most of the easy-to-follow guides and pattern pullouts. If you're up for a crafty challenge, this is for you. * Make it Today *
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Concord, CA
United States
Publishing group
C & T Publishing
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 202 mm
Weight
698 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-60705-951-6 (9781607059516)
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E-Book
07/2021
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€18.18
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Person
Elizabeth Hartman is a self-taught quiltmaker and designer of modern sewing and quilting patterns. Elizabeth grew up in a family whose members were always making things, and she got hooked on quilting the first time she tried it. She loves the play of color and pattern, the orderliness of the process, and - perhaps best of all - the fantastic and functional pieces that are the reward at the end. Visit Elizabeth at ohfransson.com.
Content
Introduction Block Patterns Using the Block Patterns/Index 8" x 8" Blocks 5" x 8" Blocks 5" x 14" Blocks Projects Metro Area (75 Blocks) Uptown (60 Blocks) Downtown (45 Blocks) Westside (25 Blocks) Eastside (25 Blocks) Residential (25 Blocks) How-To Supplies Cutting Basics Making and Using Freezer Paper Templates Sewing Basics Resources About the Author Template Patterns Table of Contents [Chapter Head] Introduction Block Patterns Using the Block Patterns/Index 8" x 8" Blocks 5" x 8" Blocks 5" x 14" Blocks Projects Metro Area (75 Blocks) Uptown (60 Blocks) Downtown (45 Blocks) Westside (25 Blocks) Eastside (25 Blocks) Residential (25 Blocks) How-To Supplies Cutting Basics Making and Using Freezer Paper Templates Sewing Basics Resources About the Author Template Patterns