Learn how to hand quilt in the big stitch style! Carolyn Forster's brand new book Big Stitch Quilting: A practical guide to sewing and hand quilting 20 stunning projects is now out. Inside, the UK's expert quilter, master teacher and best-selling author introduces big stitch quilting - also known as utility quilting. Don't let the word utility mislead you - these quilts are beautiful. This method of hand quilting uses longer stitches, thicker threads and a bigger needle to hold the layers of the quilt together. It makes the quilting process easier and therefore faster. The stitches add texture and visual appeal to the quilt. I love the distinct look of the stitching. The 20 projects in this book are quilted using a range of big stitches inspired by Indian kantha and Japanese sashiko and boro style stitching. This includes a selection of 9 quilts and 11 smaller projects. All are lovely. The small projects are perfect for building your skills and confidence while using up scraps. You'll find patterns complete with measurements, requirements, fabric cutting and instructions. To make the process easy to follow, all methods are explained step-by-step, include diagram instruction and generous photography. All of them are beginner friendly. Full-size templates are provided. Big stitch quilting is ideal for the modern quilter who wants a handmade element with a quicker process. Of the 11 quilted items shown below which is your favorite? The complete table of contents is listed below. Publisher Search Press released the 144 page paperback on May 25, 2021. An electronic version is available. Get your copy below!
CONTENTS
Introduction
Introduction
What is big stitch quilting
Historical and cultural examples of big stitch quilting
Tools and materials
Stitching the patchwork
Tacking/basting
Quilt designs
Quilting stitches
Binding
The Quilts
The Quilts
Navy Borders
Octagons
Swedish Bars
Fabric Stack
Stepping Stones
Every Last Piece
Scattered Flowers
Quilted Vines Mini Quilt
Dolly Quilt
The Gifts
Coasters
Furoshiki cloths
Kitchen table topper
Sewing roll
Ruby McKim Tulip Pillow
Knot bag
Zokin
Hot Water Bottle Cover
Golden pincushion
Lavender bags
Table centre
Templates
Index
Templates
Index
From the Quilting stitches section, pages 36 - 37.
From the Binding section, pages 38 - 39.
Five of the 9 quilts, pages 44 - 45.
Swedish bars quilt, pages 58 - 59.
Fabric stack quilt, pages 64 - 65.
Stepping stones quilt, pages 70 -71.
Lavender bags, pages 132 - 133.
Coasters, page 99.
Sewing roll, page 109.
Furoshiki cloths, page 101.
Every last piece quilt, page 77.
A very useful tip from page 14.
Big Stitch Quilting ISBN-13 : 978-1782218210 is available worldwide at Search Press. Search Press is an independent, multi award-winning, family owned art and craft book publisher. Check out their unique catalog at Search Press. Search Press has generously offered to giveaway a copy! One winner will be selected at random. Open until June 27, 2021. Canada & USA only. Good luck!
Swedish Bars is a simple but visually appealing design. I also love the needle threading tip.
ReplyDeleteThe stepping stones is definitely my favorite!
ReplyDeleteI like the Stepping Stone .
ReplyDeleteI would like to start reading about quilting and make a small one for my feet!
ReplyDeleteI really like the Swedish Bars quilt! My goal is to make two quilts this year. :)
ReplyDeleteI am under the thrall of the Swedish Bars quilt, too! I've never seen this pattern before, it's simple, and the colours of the demo quilt are really pretty.
ReplyDeleteI like the Stepping Stone
ReplyDeleteI like the Stepping Stone
ReplyDeleteI think I would pick the Swedish Bars
ReplyDeletejan
The Swedish Bars is my favorite. Thanks for the giveaway!
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