Nature's Patterns

Inspirations and Techniques
for Quilt Makers

By Joyce R. Becker

NTC Publishing, $24.95
ISBN 0844226483


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For quilters tired of traditional patterns, this book serves as a bottomless well of inspiration. From dramatic sunsets and majestic mountains to sweet summer valleys and demure spring bouquets, these 30 quilts illustrate the wealth of nature's patterns, and help quilters of all levels of ability discover exciting ways to capture the beauty of nature in quilts of their own design.

To make sure quilters achieve beautiful results, the quilt artists share the ideas and patterns behind each quilt, paying special attention to unusual to fabrics and techniques. Nature's Patterns includes complete instructions for 20 full quilts, plus standard and metric yardage charts and fabric choice guidelines. On every page, quilters will find the inspiration and instruction they need to create a quilt that reflects their own interpretation of nature.

Spectacular nature shots by noted photographer Charles C. Crust celebrate the spirit of nature and make this a unique addition to any quilter's collection!

The Art Quilt

By Penny McMorris and Michael Kile

NTC Publishing, $24.95
ISBN 0844226493

This one-of-a-kind book showcases unique quilts created for walls -- "art quilts" that combine unusual techniques and materials that will inspire anyone seeking new quilting frontiers.

The Art Quilt traces the emergence of this new art form and tells how the line separating the quilting "craft" from fine art has been erased. 28 full page, full-color plates illustrate beautiful quilts created by Michael james, Miriam Schapiro, Nancy Crow, and others who express themselves in cloth and thread instead of paint and plaster. More than 50 full-color insets let quilters see how these artists have incorporated elaborate embroidery, three-dimensional forms, sequins, paint, dye fabrics, even color photocopying into their art.

For any quilt enthusiast, this is a fascinating look at how quilts have been perceived through the ages, as well as a candid appraisal of the many trends that have influenced quilting.

Fabled Flowers

Innovative Quilt Patterns
Inspired by Japanese Sashiko
and Origami Traditions

By Kumiko Sudo

NTC Publishing, $24.95
ISBN 0844226459

Many traditional quilt blocks are built around flowers -- but not flowers like these! World-class fiber artist Kumiko Sudo combines the traditional arts of Origami paper folding, Sashiko embroidery, and flower arranging to achieve dazzling, three-dimensioal effects never seen before in quilting. Accompanied by sweetly and simply told stories, these rich and rare flower patterns serve as an inspiration for quilters who can recreate them in their own quilts or design beautiful flower patterns of their own.

Sudo makes it easy to master these unusual techniques by carefully introducing the basics of origami paper folding and sashiko needlepoint. Her clear, detailed diagrams and directions simplify the intricate steps involved in folding and stitching fabric. Full-color illustrations plus complete templates and instructions help even novices tackle these challenging designs. A wonderful new interpretation of classic Japanese traditions.

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