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The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making is a charming, inspirational and practical collection of 15 quilts for would-be quilters by leading author Jane Brocket. In this imaginative quilting book, Jane introduces readers to 14 quilts inspired by moments, places and objects from our world. There''s a Lisbon Tile Quilt, inspired by Portugese decor, a Floral Frocks Quilt inspired by summer dresses, flower gardens and herbaceous borders and a Suits and Ties Quilt reusing sober woollen suiting contrasting with extravagant silk ties designed in an Irish Chain. The practical section covers all the knowledge you''ll need - from chain-piecing, hand-quilting and sandwiching to binding, storage and caring for your quilt. Armed with theses design techniques, you can embark on your quilting journey and begin creating your own personal masterpiece. Featuring stunning inspirational photography throughout, in The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making you will discover how to quilt and design with confidence and create totally unique quilts for family and friends.
About the author
Jane Brocket is the author of many books including The Gentle Art of Knitting (9781843405320), The Gentle Art of Stitching (9781843406655) and Quilt Me! (9781908449252). She created her blog, yarnstorm, in 2005 to write about knitting, but the contents soon expanded to include many more of life's small pleasures, such as baking, quilting, sewing, gardening, books and films. It was named as one of the five best craft blogs in BBC Homes & Antiques magazine’s ’50 best blogs 2012’. For more information go to www.yarnstormpress.co.uk.
