Scrappy Quilts

Scrappy Quilts: 29 Favorite Projects from the editors of American Patchwork and Quilting
from the editors of Better Homes and Gardens [746.46 qBet]

Every quilter has fabric scraps s/he has accumulated and is seeking projects to utilize them. Here are 29 patterns of various quilt sizes organized by color, but offers alternate color suggestions. "Light & Bright" includes 30's reproduction fabrics and pastels. "Rich & Warm" uses gorgeous fall colors, patriotics, and even a Halloween quilt. "Modern Makeover" offers blacks and pinks, denim, geometrics and even includes a pattern called "My Guy" using plaids and browns. There are patterns for all skill-levels and tips from the pros are sprinkled throughout, as well as a short chapter on making and using templates, mitering borders, attaching appliques, cutting bias strips, and making and attaching the binding. A double-sided removable sheet is at the back that includes nine full-size template patterns. Many ideas here to help the quilter use up a stash including bar quilts, checkerboards, flying geese, circles, Chinese coins, log cabins, baskets, and many variations. -- recommended by Charlotte K. - Bennett Martin Public Library

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