Midnight Quilts: 11 Sparkling Projects to Light Up the Night
Amazing how the colors 'pop' on a black background! Lerlene Nevaril's instructions are very easy to follow. I especially enjoy her technique of combining blocks with 'hidden' blocks, which are a simplified version of the original block—makes for a more complex-looking quilt when it's really easier!(Judy ForknerJuly 7, 2012)In this beautiful quilting resource, we'll learn how to use black and other dark fabrics as the contrasting color in our pieced quilts.Using our favorite traditional quilt blocks like Log Cabin, Pinwheel and Bear's Paw, we'll be able to create beautiful quilts that glow like we've never seen before.And, along with tons of information about color and how to choose the right combination of fabrics to create the perfect look, Lerlene shows her shortcuts for making half-square triangles and stitch and flip for those who are interested in some foundation-type piecing.The great news is that this resource includes 11 projects—8 quilts and 3 table runners and all of the information you need to complete them—including handy cutting charts.(how-to-quilt.com, 7/24/2012)I have always been a fan of the strength of contrast created by using a predominantly black background and this new set of ideas will show off bright and solid fabrics alike in a gem-like fashion. There are 11 sparkling projects to turn night into light and the handy cutting charts speed up the tedious cutting element of preparation so that you can get right on with the sewing aspect. According to this book, black is the new neutral!(Fabrications Quilting For You, September 2012)