Artful Album Quilts: Applique Inspirations from Traditional Blocks

Created by the Past, Perfected for the Present Discover more extraordinary tricks for flawless appliqué in this sequel to Artful Appliqué! Celebrated quilt artist Jane Townswick has designed 16 fanciful blocks, each inspired by a classic pattern from the 19th century. Reach new creative heights with her fresh approach to hand appliqué. · Three spectacular album quilts showcase 16 blocks that blend today's colors and fabrics with the nostalgic style of antique designs · Find out how to take a few quick measurements from a photo of an antique block and use them to draft your own appliqué templates · Learn Jane's methods for "anchoring" your needle and thread, making the tiniest appliqué stitches, and sewing the smoothest stems and vines · Bonus--Achieve incredible accuracy in inner and outer points with a simple process that combines regular and reverse appliqué These innovative techniques will give you the freedom to stitch your own exquisite appliquéd quilts!