Double Vision Quilts Simply Layer Shapes & Color for Richly Complex Curved Designs

by Smith, Louisa L.

• ISBN13: 9781617451232
• ISBN10: 1617451231
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2016-08-07
• Publisher: C&T Publishing

Author Biography

Louisa L. Smith was born in Indonesia, educated in the Netherlands, and moved to the U.S. in 1960. A popular quilting teacher and the author of three books, Louisa lives with her husband in Colorado, spending summers in Montana. quiltescapes.com

Table of Contents

Introduction
How it Started
HUGs and KISSes • The First Quilt • Familiar Shapes Are Everywhere • Working in a Series
The Layered Approach
Using Multiple Layers • Taking a Cue from M. C. Escher • Going in Reverse • Even More Possibilities
Basic Construction Techniques
• Method One: Using a Grid of Blocks with 1/4 KISSes and No Fusing
• Method Two A: Using a Grid and Fusing
• Method Two B: Using an Invisible Grid with Multiple Layers of HUGs and KISSes and Fusing
• Method Three: Pieced HUGs and KISSes
Color
Value • Finding a Color Scheme • Balancing Color • Color Checklist
Machine Appliqué
Basic Appliqué Techniques • Choosing Stitches and Threads
Embellishing
Add Similar Elements • Machine Embroidery
The Finishing Touches
Borders • Quilting • Backing • Binding • Stretcher Frames • Sleeve
Gallery
Projects:
Double Vision
Ova Nova
Color Play 2
Quadrate
Pattern on Pattern
Circular Anomaly
Circle Takes the Square
Circle Play
Kissing and Hugging
Hugs and Kisses
Double Vision
Patterns
Resources
About the Author