Jelly Roll Bargello Quilts

by Karin Hellaby

Overview

Bargello quilts consist entirely of straight seams and rectangular pieces, yet create mesmerizing optical illusions. It may look complex, but any beginner quilter who can sew a straight seam can master the necessary skills. It’s also a technique that’s easy to complete quickly and with confidence, thanks to precut jelly rolls and author Karin Hellaby’s clear how-to instructions. Discover this addictive technique as you work through beautiful patterns for pillows, a quilt bag, wall hangings, table toppers, and lap quilts. Karin works with both solid and printed fabrics, varying her color palette from monochromatic to colorful. She also explores the impact of offset seams for gentle curves and matched seams for dramatic arcs. With helpful tips throughout and coordinating photography, achieve stunning quilts using this fascinating technique!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781947163010
Publisher:	Fox Chapel Publishing Company, Incorporated
Publication date:	06/05/2018
Pages:	64
Sales rank:	315,658
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 10.60(h) x 0.30(d)

About the Author

Karin Hellaby is a prominent quilting and patchwork teacher who leads quilting classes around the world. She is the author of 10 patchwork and quilting books, and regularly contributes articles to quilting magazines. Karin is an adviser for Arena Travel, a specialist holiday company that arranges international holidays for quilters. Formerly owner of Quilters Haven, one of the UK’s leading quilt shops, Karin was awarded the Michael Kile Award for International Retailer of the Year at Houston Quilt Market/Festival. She lives in Suffolk, UK.