Thinking Outside the Block: Step by Step to Dynamic Quilts

Sandi Cummings; Karen Flamme

ISBN 10: 1571202382 / ISBN 13: 9781571202383

Published by C&T Publishing, Inc., U S. A., 2004

About this Item

Oversized 96pp including index Contemporary quilts the easy way-no rules, just fun! 6 different blocks teach Sandi's conceipts=one step at a time Easy processes include inserting strips into blocks,construvting free-form units, cutting double, and creating checkerboards Learn to experiment with design and develop one-of-a-kind quilts Colorful photos and illustrations.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Thinking Outside the Block: Step by Step to Dynamic Quilts
• Publisher: C&T Publishing, Inc., U S. A.
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1571202382
• ISBN 13: 9781571202383
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: First Edition
• Condition: As New
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About this title

Synopsis

Contemporary quilts the easy way - no rules, just fun!

Start with traditional blocks as Sandi Cummings shares easy steps to designing and creating your own artistic quilts. Next, move up to deceptively simple “transition” units that offer a bridge into the world of contemporary quiltmaking. Spontaneity and experimentation are key, so get ready to loosen up and have fun as you learn!

• 6 different blocks teach Sandi’s concepts - one step at a time
• Easy processes include inserting strips into blocks, constructing free-form units, cutting double, and creating checkerboards
• Learn to experiment with design and develop one-of-a-kind quilts

About the Author

Sandi Cummings balances her time among teaching, traveling, and creating art quilts. Her work has appeared in many shows and hangs in private and corporate collections. Sandi lives in Moraga, California.

Karen Flamme is a fiber artist and writer who got her start sewing garments and producing her own line of embellished clothing. She has been making art quilts for over a decade and enjoys sharing her passion through teaching. Fabric flowers are her latest inspiration. Karen lives in Oakland and Pebble Beach, CA.