Inspiring Improv: Explore Creative Piecing with Curves, Strips, Slabs and More

Ball, Nicholas

ISBN 10: 1940655374 / ISBN 13: 9781940655376

Published by Lucky Spool, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Inspiring Improv: Explore Creative Piecing with Curves, Strips, Slabs and More
• Publisher: Lucky Spool
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1940655374
• ISBN 13: 9781940655376
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

No patterns here, but definitely a plan!
Explore the freeing power of improvised piecing with Nicholas Ball in his first book, Inspiring Improv. Learn his step-by-step technique-based process to explore six fundamental piecing structures. Practice how to stitch fabric together in an improvisational manner to create blocks or sections before using them to sew unique quilts all your own.
Improv piecing doesn't have to mean chaotic end results. Look to the eight original projects included to see how to create sophisticated quilts with structure focusing on repeating blocks or large-scale scrappy designs. Follow along as Nicholas walks you through his original inspiration and follow his plan through to finished pieces, as he discusses which combination of his core piecing methods he used, and how to achieve showstopping, exciting work.
From simple strip piecing through to complex circles and rings, you will be eager to experiment with making slabs, gentle curves, insets, triangles and even 9-patch and Log Cabin stacks. In no time, you'll be using them as a stepping stone to sewing original full-sized improvisational designs.

About the Author

Nicholas Ball is an improvised quilter from Cardiff, South Wales. His style of quilting comes from a love of the spontaneous and a joy of sewing in an organic and liberated way. He has taught improv quilting both nationally and internationally, contributed projects and articles to the UK's leading publications and was co-presenter of the QNNTV show 'Quilt Monkey', alongside fellow British quilter Katy Jones. His debut book, Inspiring Improv, was published by Lucky Spool in April 2019.