New York Beauties & Flying Geese: 10 Dramatic Quilts, 27 Pillows, 31 Block Patterns

by Carl Hentsch, Tula Pink (Foreword by)

Overview

Dramatic curves and angles for today's adventurous quilter Become a skilled foundation piecer with New York Beauty blocks and arcs of Flying Geese that amaze! Carl Hentsch simplifies a technique loved by many with his straightforward approach to curved piecing, foundation piecing, and simple machine appliqué. Stitch your way through 31 architectural block patterns, ideal for advanced beginners and intermediate quilters. Then it's time to practice on 10 full-size quilts and 27 bonus pillow projects with lively color combinations to provide movement and drama. In a personal foreword, fabric designer Tula Pink discusses how she met Carl and came to collaborate with him on the color choices for his quilts. • Complex piecing made simple! Expand your skill set and learn new tips and techniques for curved and foundation piecing • Traditional blocks shine with the use of modern fabrics in rich color stories, with fabric selections by Tula Pink • Practice your newfound skills on a small project with stunning round pillows designed to accompany each quilt

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781617451775
Publisher:	C & T Publishing
Publication date:	04/01/2017
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	211
Sales rank:	310,079
File size:	33 MB
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About the Author

Carl Hentsch taught himself quilting in 1997 and now travels nationally speaking and teaching at quilt guilds and shops. He holds degrees in chemistry, biology, linguistics, and accounting and business management. He lives in Missouri with three dogs and a cat.

Table of Contents

A Note from Tula
Introduction
The Basics
   Choosing Fabrics & Thread
   Making the Blocks
      Cutting Pieces for the Blocks
      Foundation Piecing
      Curved Piecing
      Appliquéd Center Circles
   Finishing Techniques
      Finishing the Quilt
      Finishing the Pillows
Projects
Bonus! A quilt project and a pillow project for each!
   Floating Orbs
   Pandemonium
   Twin Dragons
   Rust
   Crazy Tula
   Seeing Spots
   Foxhole
   Sorbet
   Papyrus
   Wedding Cake
Appendix
   Block Index
   Foundation Patterns
   Circle, Background, and Arc Patterns
About the Author

Editorial Reviews

The New York Beauty and flying geese blocks are quilting staples, and here is a fresh take on these favourites. The fabrics used in these projects range from muted darks to the lighter, brighter modern look. Colour selection is covered as well as tips for using paper foundations. Many of the projects are pillows/cushions, and this allows you to get comfortable with the process and hone your skills before tackling something bigger. All the instructions are well laid out with very clear diagrams, and you also get information about how to finish your project. If you are already a confident patchworker, use the block outlines and templates at the back of the book to create your own design.

180 Down Under Quilts

07/01/2017
The New York Beauty block is a showpiece, combining foundation piecing and curved piecing. Quilter Hentsch's version adds flying geese as well, increasing both the complexity and the options. The blocks are presented as a series of foundation-pieced arcs that are mixed and matched to achieve the desired effect, then combined with two template-based pieces to square off the block. Each block is incorporated into round throw pillows (which can easily be turned into square pillows if desired) and a full-size quilt. VERDICT Adventurous quilters will enjoy both the new take on the classic New York Beauty block and Hentsch's exploration of color in quilt design.

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