The Calico Cat - Quilting Books

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Bold Improvisation

by Scott Heffley

Searching for African-American Quilts - The Heffley Collection.

This art book presents more than 50 bold quilts collected by Scott Heffley over the past 20 years. Heffley's search began well before the current fascination with African-American quilts, and his collection is a tribute to their soulful beauty. Comparative images are provided also, showing traditional quits next to their improvisational cousins, as well as African textiles similar to this American art. Also included are Heffley's observations about African influences, ways to examine quilts, fabric dating, and the importance of recording the history of these quilts. He offers insightful aesthetic observations, an outgrowth of his work restoring masterpieces at the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City.

$ 29.95

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The Soulful Art of African-American Quilts

by Sonie Ruffin

Nineteen bold, improvisational projects.

Designs by Sonie Ruffin, an African-American fabric artist, burst forth from the 19 contemporary quilts featured in this flavorful collection. Eleven designs are based on the soulful collection featured in Bold Improvisation: Searching for African-American Quilts - the Heffley Collection.

Also included are eight of Sonies's original designs and patterns all part of her quest to explore her family origins and heritage.

Sonie's projects encourage creativity, and simple, quick construction. These are projects you can complete in a weekend.

$ 24.95

Stitching Memories

by Marsha Newman Nuttall

A Guide to Scrapbooking Using Your Sewing Machine

Stitching Memories is designed to inspire both the scrapbooking enthusiast and the beginner to experience a new method of adding texture, color, pizzazz and interest to scrapbook pages.

$ 22.95

Memories on Fabric

by Sue Hale

Fat Quarter Friendly
9 projects to make and display

Beginning and expert sewers alike can use thee 9 quick and versatile projects to turn photos and memorabilia into one-of-a-kind keepsakes.

Love scrap booking? Love fabric: Fabric scrapbook pages combine the best of both!

Each fat-quarter-friendly project teaches a fabric scrapbooking skill such as making stickers, tags, and photo corners and using eyelets and brads on fabric.

$ 19.95

Six Halves Make a Whole

6 projects each using 6 half yard cuts.

Choose your favorite bundle of 6 half yard cuts. Choose your favorite pattern. Enjoy!

$ 17.99

Thimbleberries - Quilts for My Sister's House

by Lynette Jensen

22 quilting projects for decorating with flea market finds and collectibles.

Discover how easy it is to blend the old with the new with quilts, wallhangings, pillow and table toppers in fresh new fabrics and colors designed by Lynette Jensen for Thimbleberries. In this special collection created especially to complement her sister's house, quilts pair up with flea market fins and collectibles for fast-finish decorating. From the soft hues of southwest-style eclectic to the clean lines of the new-style country, you'll find room after room filled with ideas for showcasing your favorite finds with quilting projects to mix and match throughout your home.

$ 27.95

Miss Rosie's Autumn Quilts Book

by Carrie L. Nelson

When you want to feel warm all over, a cuddly quilt is just what you need - plus perhaps a devoted canine companion! Carrie Nelson had both when she designed these six autumn quilts; her golden retriever named Miss Rosie routinely serves as her official quilting partner. As you leaf through the pages, you can't help but look forward to creating your own version of SFNK (Single Female No Kids), ZuZu's Petals, On Golden Pond, and others. Carrie's special attention to colors and shapes gives a new twist to the traditional patterns. And Miss Rosie's four-pawed friend, Winston, even joined in to help take pictures of Carrie's quilts! 6 designs.

$ 12.99

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Be Attitudes

by Nancy Halvorsen
Art to Heart

It's all in your attitude! That's what Mom taught and it's true.

Block of the month fusible appliqué quilt with uplifting attitudes and values that can make our lives more enjoyable and beautiful. Make the entire quilt, or choose individual blocks to make into a mini quilt for each month.

$ 16.99

Southern Stars

Lone Star quilts without the hassle

by Debbie Maddy

No Diamonds! No "Y" Seams!

All the quilts in this book are made with Half Square Triangle Units and Squares.

$ 16.99

Happy Hour

by Atkinson Designs

Got and hour? Make it a happy hour working on one of these easy projects.

Got a bed? Even a beginner will enjoy making these simple, fun quilts.

Got three fat quarters? Make a tote bag, table runner or pillow.

$ 15.99

Better Homes & Gardens Teach Yourself to Rotary-Cut

Whether you're an experienced or a new quilter, you'll want to keep this valuable guide on hand. Learn to cut your quilt pieces with precision and speed using the essential technique of rotary-cutting. Clear instructions, helpful step-by-step photos, and a beautiful collection of rotary-cut quilts are sure to inspire you.

$ 19.95