Fabric Crafts

A book which takes a traditional Log Cabin quilting block and by throwing traditional out of the window and being adventurous with colour, presents nine Log Cabins with a very untraditional look.

Dec 28, 2002 - Marion

Review: Adding Dimension to Your Quilts by Valda Newman

Nov 28, 2002 - Marion

If you're a cat-loving quilter, you'll love the 14 purrfect projects in this latest book by Carol Armstrong.

Oct 26, 2002 - Marion

An easy-to-make ghost costume for Halloween, using a torn-up old white sheet or piece of white cloth, and how to make fairy wings.

Sep 22, 2002 - Marion

Why is it that the thought of appliqué can give an otherwise confident sewer the sweats? What are your options?

Aug 17, 2002 - Marion

Quilt National was established in 1979 to "provide an exhibit opportunity to artists whose work was unwelcome by the organizers of the existing quilt shows". A book of each show is produced for those of use who can't get to the show.

Jul 18, 2002 - Marion

A look at a useful tool for selecting fabric colours and colour schemes, and a book of quilt labels to trace.

Jun 17, 2002 - Marion

A review of "Celtic Quilts: A New Look for Ancient Designs" by Beth Ann Williams and "Repliqué Quilts: Appliqué Designs from Favorite Photos" by Chris Lynn Kirsch.

May 17, 2002 - Marion

A book showing how to master machine embroidery techniques and to create beautiful thread-embellishments on your quilts.

Apr 17, 2002 - Marion

A book about turning your life's stories into a quilted journal, with nine projects to teach you all the techniques you could need.

Mar 17, 2002 - Marion

A veritable ark of animals paper piece, this CD-ROM contains more than 100 quilt blocks to paper piece.

Feb 17, 2002 - Marion

A book of bright, colourful, and decorative creatures in 12 different projects for appliqué and embellishment, including one no-sew project.

Jan 19, 2002 - Marion

The one thing embroidery machines have in common is that they're not cheap. So how do you know that it won't simply be spending your money on a white elephant?

Dec 19, 2001 - Marion

If you’re still looking for some projects or patterns for Christmas presents, start here.

Dec 5, 2001 - Marion

A review of a book that uses quilting lines, rather than pieced blocks, to define familiar patterns.

Nov 5, 2001 - Marion

A review of a book by Laura Lee Fritz featuring 250 continuous-line quilting design for hand, machine and long-arm quilters.

Oct 28, 2001 - Marion

A review of a book of snowflake designs from the quilter famous for her kaleidoscope designs.

Oct 8, 2001 - Marion

Frustrated that you can never achieve the precision cutting and sewing to get perfectly pieced blocks? Then this book on crooked versions of traditional quilt blocks is just for you.

Sep 24, 2001 - Marion

A review of an essential read for all quilters who are gardeners or nature lovers: "Paper Piece a Flower Garden: Blocks and Projects to Mix and Match".

Sep 3, 2001 - Marion

A review of a "Christmas at That Patchwork Place", a book of a 14 festive quilt projects, "Quilting More Memories: Creating Projects with Image Transfers: by Sandy Bonsib, and a quick look at "In the Studio with Judy Murrah".

Aug 17, 2001 - Marion

A book explaining Katie Pasquini Masopust's latest innovative technique, which she calls ghost layers. If you like the effect, you're only "three steps" from to "spectacular quilts."

Aug 3, 2001 - Marion

The weekend before she left, I made a gift for a friend moving across the world.

Jul 20, 2001 - Marion

A fabulous monograph on the evolution of quilt art.

Jul 5, 2001 - Marion

Create spectacular daisies by making a stamp to print the petals and real leaves from a shrub in your garden to print the leaves.

Jun 24, 2001 - Marion

A review of a book of over 50 fun, easy-to-make quilt blocks that use only squares and rectangles.

Jun 8, 2001 - Marion

Be encouraged to try new things, to expand your own doll making, and find exciting new options and possibilities opened up to you with these books by doll artist Susanna Oroyan.

May 25, 2001 - Marion

A review of a book of Muppet block patterns by the Jim Henson Company.

May 10, 2001 - Marion

It seems that there're a lot of sewers with embroidery machines out there. So here's another collection of embroidery patterns for you to download. Most are in multiple formats.

Apr 27, 2001 - Marion

If you've always thought Mariner's Compass quilt blocks were beyond you, here's the solution.

Apr 13, 2001 - Marion

A short collection of free projects for Easter, mainly bunnies and rabbits. Also "tie-dyeing" and natural dyes for eggs.

Mar 30, 2001 - Marion

Here're three quilting books that'll change the way you quilt, forever: Fantastic Fabric Folding by Rebecca Wat, Stitch 'n Flip Quilts by Valori Wells, and Free-Style Quilts by Susan Carlson.

Mar 16, 2001 - Marion

Find out a little about the personalities behind the works, through this collection of interviews with fabric artists.,

Mar 3, 2001 - Marion

A look at three books on quilting for kids: Picture Play Quilts by Ami Simms, Special Delivery Quilts by Patrick Lose and Quilt It for Kids by Pam Bono.

Feb 16, 2001 - Marion

A review of a book profiling the work of this award-wining quiltmaker's work and her techniques.

Jan 19, 2001 - Marion

Thinking of buying a new machine? Where do you start and what make and model do you choose? Here are 10 steps to help you make that decision, based on my recent shopping around.

Jan 1, 2001 - Marion

I've been adding a few new fabric-related links in the past weeks. To make it easy for regular visitors to find them, I've listed them all here. Enjoy!

Dec 1, 2000 - Marion

There are less than eight weeks to go until Christmas... here are some patterns and gift ideas to help you with your gift list.

Nov 1, 2000 - Marion

The book you wish you had when you first started quilting.

Oct 6, 2000 - Marion

A must-have book for all McDowell fans and anyone interested in flowers and quilting.

Sep 1, 2000 - Marion

A review of a visual guide to fabric painting plus a selection of related links on fabric painting.

Aug 1, 2000 - Marion

Bears, bears and more bears: links to get you started as a bear maker.

Jul 3, 2000 - Marion

Two quilting gallery books, one showcase of European quilts, the other matching women quilt artists with prominent women chefs to create art quilt.

Jun 3, 2000 - Marion

New designs and ideas with an easy machine trapunto technique. Put simply, tranpunto is a technique used to get a stuffed look in a quilt. Traditionally the effect was achieved once all the quilting was finished; this book teaches you a no-stuff technique that creates the effect before the final quilting is begun and without creating holes in the back of your quilt.

May 3, 2000 - Marion

Kids are never to young to learn to sew

Apr 9, 2000 - Marion

There's a great mystique surrounding colour theory, but the fundamental principles are actually simple.

Mar 12, 2000 - Marion

Brilliant colour in quilts

Feb 4, 2000 - Marion

Or self-help without strings attached.

Jan 21, 2000 - Marion

Fun quilts to make with all those tempting bright fabrics

Jan 7, 2000 - Marion

Let's celebrate the aliveness of crafting

Dec 24, 1999 - Marion

Year 2000 Calendars featuring photos and patterns of quilts

Dec 10, 1999 - Marion

How to ensure you receive what you really want for Xmas

Nov 26, 1999 - Marion

50 classical and contemporary stocking designs for different sewing skill levels

Nov 12, 1999 - Marion

Making usable pieces of fabric from scraps

Oct 29, 1999 - Marion

An outstanding book with patterns, techniques, and projects for colorful applique.

Oct 15, 1999 - Marion

Delight in the colourful appliques made by the Kuna Indians of Panama.

Oct 1, 1999 - Marion

A humourous book on the world of quilt artist Ruth Reynolds and her outspoken cartoon character, Riva.

Sep 17, 1999 - Marion

If you're thinking of making gifts for Christmas, now's the time to start!

Sep 3, 1999 - Marion

Keep your ears warm or the sun off your face with your own hats!

Aug 20, 1999 - Marion

Taking the first steps to computerised quilting...

Aug 6, 1999 - Marion

Create your own unique designs

Jul 23, 1999 - Marion

Learn how Charlotte Warr Andersen creates her life-life portrayals in applique.

Jul 9, 1999 - Marion

Be inspired rather than intimidated by the creations of experienced doll-makers

Jun 25, 1999 - Marion

A great book on how to sew your own circular dwelling.

Jun 11, 1999 - Marion

Discover the delights of custom-made bags and carryalls.

May 28, 1999 - Marion

Get weaving or hooking or plaiting to make something warm underfoot...

May 14, 1999 - Marion

A competition dedicated to promoting the contemporary quilt as an art form.

Apr 30, 1999 - Marion

A look at some animal machine applique patterns

Apr 16, 1999 - Marion

Create 3-D applique flowers using a fabric bond

Apr 2, 1999 - Marion

Buying fabric from around the world has never been easier!

Mar 19, 1999 - Marion

Floorcloths are easy-to-make and very rewarding. Why not have a go?

Mar 5, 1999 - Marion

A remarkable book about art you can walk on from Lark Books.

Feb 19, 1999 - Marion

There's nothing like a great pattern to inspire you to get appliquing...

Feb 5, 1999 - Marion

Book review of Anatony of a Doll: The Fabric Sculptor's Handbook by Susanna Oroyan

Jan 22, 1999 - Marion

Find inspiration and ideas for making your own hats.

Jan 8, 1999 - Marion

The New Year means a new list of resolutions. Here're some suggestions...

Dec 25, 1998 - Marion

Christmas is a great motivator for making festive things, be it a present for someone special or tree decorations.

Dec 11, 1998 - Marion

Don't let the title of this book mislead you into thinking that it is for beginners only. The subtitle, Creative Color Play with Two Simple Quilt Blocks, hints at the true wonder of this book.

Nov 27, 1998 - Marion

Try new techniques as you may be pleasantly surprised by the results. And if you're not, what have you really lost?

Nov 13, 1998 - Marion

Origami needn't be limited to paper. With the aid of some starch, you can use fabric too!

Nov 4, 1998 - Marion