Listen to Your Quilt: Select the Perfect Quilting Every Time - 4 Simple Steps
Before selecting a quilting design for a quilt, Barbara determines into which of four categories the piece falls; children's/youth, traditional, contemporary, or art. She then asks herself questions on how the quilt will be used, and what stitching designs and colors of thread would best enhance it. With detailed photos of a wide variety of her finished quilts, she shows how the answers to these questions have assisted her in making the perfect free-motion or continuous-line design choices for each individual piece. A collection of line-drawn stitching designs is included to help you find quilting solutions for your own work.(Machine Quilting Unlimited, September 2012)Does the phrase 'quilt as desired' strike fear into your heart? Let the author teach you four simple steps to selecting the perfect quilting every time. Learn to determine the category and intended use of the quilt, then decide the type and how much quilting to use, as well as thread colors. Numerous examples and quilting designs are offered to get you started.(Quilters Newsletter, 10/02/12)With Barbara's help, you can take cues directly from your quilt for planning the most contemporary quilting design. Her unique 4-step method covers four major groups: traditional, contemporary, art quilts and children's quilts. You will learn how to master your design skills with a variety of free-motion and continuous-line ideas. Create a custom look with no marking required!(Quilter's Delight, 09/15/12)