Patchwork: A Beginner's Step-By-Step Guide to Methods and Techniques - Softcover

Book 5 of 6: Craft Workbook

Charlotte Gerlings

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9781848377851: Patchwork: A Beginner's Step-By-Step Guide to Methods and Techniques
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1848377851 ISBN 13: 9781848377851
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing, 2011

Synopsis

Patchwork is a craft for people of all ages. There is such a variety of shapes and designs to choose from that everyone should find something to suit their tastes and capabilities. Like other titles in the series, this book has been prepared with the beginner in mind, taking them through the methods and techniques in easy stages. However, it also features plenty of templates and patterns to inspire more experienced stitchers to try their hands, perhaps at a dazzling Mennonite star or delicate Hawaiian appliqué. You don’t have to make an entire quilt all at once. Piece together just one intricate block of patchwork and if you go no further, you have a unique cushion cover or a decorative panel for the side of a tote bag. Using scraps, young children can start on a simple cover for a doll’s bed or cheerful padded pan holders; the basic four- or nine-piece block makes an easy introduction for them.

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About the Author

Charlotte Gerlings is an expert in several art mediums, including needlecraft and fabric arts. She graduated in Publishing from Oxford Polytechnic (now Oxford Brookes University) and since then has worked as a book designer, writer and editor. She lives in South West London and is currently studying at Wimbledon School of Art for her MA in Fine Art. She is the author of several books, including Sewing, Patchwork, Cross Stitch, Knitting & Crochet, and 100 Great Artists.

Review

The latest installment in Fox Chapel?s ?Craft Workbooks? series focuses on the basics of patchwork and quilting. After a brief introduction to fabric, sewing machines, and patchwork history, Gerlings provides one- to two-page summaries of various techniques, with illustrated examples. Several popular styles, including log cabin and Seminole patchwork, are included. VERDICT The information is useful, but the lack of photographs and the overly brief coverage of topics detract from the presentation. Elizabeth Hartman?s The Practical Guide to Patchwork is a more thorough guide for beginners.

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Publisher
Arcturus Publishing
Publication date
2011
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1848377851
ISBN 13 
9781848377851
Binding
Paperback
Rating
  • 3.12 out of 5 stars
    8 ratings by Goodreads

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