Patchwork for Beginners

by Brown, Pauline

• ISBN13: 9781861081742
• ISBN10: 186108174X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-03-01
• Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Pubns ltd
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Summary

The techniques are simple enough for beginners--who get a wonderful introduction to the full range of hand and machine stitching required for perfect patchwork designs--but the bold and bright patterns are so beautiful that even more experienced sewers will find them irresistible. Follow the instructions and the gorgeous color combinations and make some of the most delightful gifts and decorative items for the home. Choose from several quilts, including one done in Amish style and another just right for a cot. Or, whip up place mats, cushions, and a wall hanging. Give yourself a special present: a sewing set and pincushion in honor of your new hobby. Plus: Christmas decorations, an evening bag, a toy cat and more!

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(5)
PART 1 Patchwork Basics
Equipment and Materials
Sewing equipment	6	(3)
Design equipment	9	(2)
Fabrics and threads	11	(3)
Preparation for Patchwork
Drafting designs	14	(1)
Cutting templates	14	(1)
Computer design	15	(1)
Colour	15	(2)
Pattern	17	(2)
Optical effects	19	(3)
Basic Instructions
Using templates	22	(1)
Enlarging templates	22	(1)
Using a rotary cutter	23	(1)
Hand piecing	24	(1)
Stitches	24	(1)
Machine piecing	25	(2)
String (or chain) piecing	27	(1)
Pressing	27	(2)
Finishings
Quilting	29	(4)
Machine quilting	33	(1)
Binding and piping	33	(2)
Borders	35	(3)
Frills	38	(1)
Hanging methods	39	(3)
PART 2 Patchwork Techniques
Pieced Methods
Template (English) method	42	(3)
American Blocks	45	(3)
Curved Seam Methods
Drunkard's Path	48	(3)
Double Wedding Ring	51	(3)
Applied Methods
Folded Star	54	(2)
Clamshells	56	(3)
Dresden Plate	59	(3)
Crazy patchwork	62	(2)
Suffolk Puffs	64	(2)
Cathedral Window	66	(2)
Celtic applique	68	(2)
Strip Patchwork
Strip piecing	70	(2)
Quilt-as-you-go	72	(2)
Seminole patchwork	74	(2)
Log Cabin patchwork	76	(8)
PART 3 Projects
Cushions
A trio of pincushions	84	(4)
Cathedral Window cushion	88	(4)
Celtic applique cushion	92	(4)
Seminole floor cushion	96	(6)
Gifts
Sewing basket and accessories	102	(6)
Curved patchwork place mat	108	(4)
Rosette evening bag	112	(4)
Pineapple-pattern tissue box	116	(6)
Quilts, Wall Hangings and Throws
Amish-style quilt	122	(6)
Stained-glass wall hanging	128	(4)
Log Cabin throw	132	(4)
Teddy bear cot quilt	136	(8)
Christmas Items
Christmas stocking	144	(4)
Folded Star table centre	148	(4)
Christmas baubles	152	(4)
Patchwork puss	156	(8)
Gallery	164	(5)
About the Author	169	(1)
Index	170