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The Quilter's Catalog, a Comprehensive Resource Guide
Meg Cox is a quilter and former Wall Street Journal reporter with over 17 years of experience. Her journalism expertise is evident in the vast tome of information crammed into this almost 600 page book. She covers such a mind-boggling range of information, leaving no quilting subject untouched. She cover all the tools, including lots of helpful instruction and advice, the shows, the guilds, the art and quilt museums; she profiles 20 top teachers; including 12 projects; and the list goes on and on. The main sections include: Who Quilts and Why; Sewing Now: Tools, Technology, Techniques; More Revolutionary Tools; Fabulous Fabric and Where to Find it; Great Teachers: So Many Ways to Learn; for the Beginner; Putting it Together; Shoot It, Show It, Ship It, and More. I am very extremely flattered to be included among so many talented individuals, each who have contributed to the growth and popularity of quiltmaking. The artists included in the book cover both the traditional quilt for the bed and the art quilt made specifically for display on a wall. I am honored to have two of my quilts included in the book, featured in a section called “Early Days: Internet Quilting Pioneers,” and mentioned on other pages. Amazingly, this one encyclopedia of quilt information sells for only $18.95, less on Amazon. It is an amazing bargain and a book that should be in every quiltmaker’s collection.
Skinny Quilts And Table Runners: From Today's Top Designers
Containing 15 projects by noteable teachers/designers — such as Kaffe Fassett and Liza Lucy, Carol Taylor, Yvonne Porcella, Laura Wasilowski, and others — each "skinny quilt" has its own unique flavor. You'll find bold colors and organic shapes from Jane Sassaman, fun fused teapots from Laura Wasilowski, fabulous grids and couched circles from Carol Taylor, stars and logs from Marti Michell, and a graceful contempoary leaf from Eleanor. Each of the 15 projects include complete directions and illustrations. While the designs in this book can certainly be interpreted into a larger work, the small sizes of the projects feel manageable and inviting rather than time-consuming and overwhelming. This book is excellent for quiltmakers wanting to experiment with different styles of quilting, for quilt shops looking to add new projects to their classes, and for those looking for some inspiration.