The Appliqué Book: Traditional Techniques, Modern Style - 16 Quilt Projects

by Casey York

Overview

Learn the secrets to fearless, modern appliqué! Top appliqué designers share 16 innovative projects with full-size patterns. Master 7 classic techniques from invisible machine appliqué to bias tape design, each with step-by-step instructions that make it easy to learn. Then, peek inside the design process with profiles of 9 award-winning quilters, inspiring you to rethink the bounds of appliqué.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781617451225
Publisher:	C & T Publishing
Publication date:	02/01/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	176
File size:	60 MB
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About the Author

Casey York received her formal training in art history before turning to design. She is an avid quilter and designer, drawing her inspiration from masterpieces of the past as well as the contemporary world. Two of her quilts were included in the inaugural QuiltCon quilt show in 2013. Casey has released several stand-alone patterns, and her work has been featured in Modern Quilts Unlimited and Stitch magazines. She also teaches workshops in embroidery-finished applique and improvisational applique. She lives in St. Louis with her husband and two sons. To learn more about Casey, please visit her website, casey-york.com, or her blog, studioloblog.wordpress.com.

Table of Contents

Contents Dedication and Acknowledgements Foreword by Cindy Lammon Introduction How to Use This Book Materials Basic Machine Appliqué Raw-Edge Appliqué     Introducing Raw-Edge Appliqué     Confetti Pillows, Vanessa Christenson     Ginkgo Bed Runner, Casey York     Migrations Wall Hanging, Shannon Brinkley Turned-Edge Appliqué     Introducing Turned-Edge Appliqué     Fading Foliage Quilt, Lynn Harris     Belle the Squirrel Quilt, Jenifer Dick     Beach Huts Wall Hanging, Allison Rosen     Falling Leaves Quilt, Jenna Brand Reverse Appliqué     Introducing Reverse Appliqué     Felt and Linen Improv Coasters, Betz White     Astrid Quilt, Lynn Harris     Moments Quilt, Rossie Hutchinson Bias Appliqué     Introducing Bias Appliqué     Paper Chains Quilt, Debbie Grifka     Sweet Pickles Quilt, Latifah Saafir Free-Form Appliqué     Introducing Free-Form Appliqué     Corona de Flores Quilt, Casey York     Spotlights Quilt, Rossie Hutchinson     Bowls Wall Hanging, Beth Vassalo     Shards Quilt, Casey York Profiles Raw-Edge Appliqué     Kevin Kosbab     LUKE Haynes Turned-Edge Appliqué     Sarah Fielke     Carolyn Friedlander Reverse Appliqué     Chawne Kimber     Alison Glass Bias Appliqué     Denyse Schmidt     Free-Form Applique     Bari J. Ackerman     Melissa Averinos Finishing Your Appliqué Project     Finishing a Quilt • Hanging Sleeves • Finishing a Pillow Resources Project Contributors Author

Editorial Reviews

Modern quilters, many of them award-winning, provide 16 inspiring applique projects with full-size patterns. There are 7 skills to master from raw-edge, bias-tape, needle-turn, reverse, Broderie Perse and free-form. Learn how to finish your projects professionally. See the stitches to use, stitching round corners and other basic techniques. Each technique is a masterclass with clear instructions and photos. Each section has projects so that you can hone your skills. I liked the projects. There are also profiles of modern quilter who use these techniques, showcasing some of their work. The end result is simple – see it, learn it, make it. A beautiful book for all skill levels with stunning ideas. Recommended.

3/9/16 yarnsandfabrics.co.uk

Rethink the boundaries of appliqué with award-winning modern quilt designer Casey York and 20 other top designers. Throughout the pages in this book, you'll learn to master techniques including invisible machine appliqué, bias tape design, raw-edge and needleturn appliqué, reverse appliqué, broderie perse, and free-form methods. Full-size patterns for 16 projects from 12 designers are included, and profiles of nine other designers will be sure to inspire you!

Summer 2016 Modern Quilts Unlimited

A book of appliqué designs featuring bold modern patterns on wall hangings, runners, cushions, etc. There are five sections each devoted to one technique: raw edged; needleturn; reverse; bias tape and free form. The more unusual areas are the free from and the bias tape appliqué. 'Shards' has free cut radiating long thin triangles on a white background. A bias tape quilt 'Paper Chains' has large loops falling down. Each section has contributions from different quilters plus some projects to make. All the quilters explain their methods well and some discuss their quilting designs.

August 2016 British Patchwork and Quilting

With 16 projects and input from 21 quilting artists, this book covers the subject from preparation to finishing. Information is included on reverse, turned-edge, free-form, bias-tape, machine and other appliqué techniques. All are detailed with clear photos to ensure success. Designer profiles offer insight into their work and their project contributions.

June 2016 American Quilt Retailer