From two pioneers of today's modern quilting movement, Quilting Modern teaches quilters how to use improvisational techniques to make graphic, contemporary quilts and quilted projects. Explore seven core techniques and multiple projects using each technique—all presented with detailed instructions. Also included is step-by-step direction from Jacquie Gering and Katie Pedersen on tools, materials, and quilting basics, as well as expert advice on color and design.
New and seasoned quilting artists will love making stunning bed, wall hanging, pillowcase, and table accessory quilts with this must-have resource. Quilting Modern is a field guide for quilters who strive to break free from tradition and yearn to explore improvisational work.
Quilters can make the 21 projects in the book, but will also come away with the new knowledge and skills to apply to their own unique designs. In Quilting Modern, quilters will find the support, structure, and encouragement they need to explore their own creativity and artistic vision.
ISBN-13: 9781596683877
Media Type: Paperback
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication Date: 04-24-2012
Pages: 176
Product Dimensions: 8.40(w) x 10.20(h) x 0.60(d)
Jacquie Gering serves on the executive board of the National Modern Quilt Guild and is founder of the Kansas City Modern Quilt Guild. She is also a board member of the popular online store and community Sew Mama Sew. Her work has been featured on Apartment Therapy and in Stitch magazine. She frequently speaks to quilters and exhibits her quilts.
Katie Pedersen is a founder of the Seattle chapter of the Modern Quilt Guild. She teaches quilting locally and is a featured artist for Amy Butler Software.
Table of Contents
Introduction: The Improvisational Path1. Tools and Materials for the Modern Quilter
2. Sew, What Do I Need to Know? Quilting Basics
3. Beyond the Crayon Box: Color and Design
4. Finishing Touches: Backing, Quilting, Binding and More
5. Free Yourself: Free-Piecing Technique and Projects
a. Urban Garden Quilt
b. Sea Glass Quilt
c. Winging It Pillow
6. Not Your Grandmother's Log Cabin: Improvisational Log Cabin Technique and Projects
a. Lilac Crush Quilt
b. Tunnel Vision Quilt
c. Mod TV Quilt
7. Slice and Dice: Slice and Insert Technique and Projects
a. Shattered Quilt
b. Add It Up Quilt
c. Southwestern Pillows
8. To The Point: Stitch and Flip Triangle Squares Technique and Projects
a. Supernova Quilt
b. Blind Co-pilot Quilt
c. Swirling Medallion Quilt
9. Strip Tease: Strip-Piecing Technique and Projects
a. Fiesta Wall Quilt
b. Fractured Quilt
c. Stepping Stones Quilt
10. Going Crazy: Modern Crazy-Piecing Technique and Projects
a. Winter Windows Quilt
b. Blue Ice Quilt
c. Crazy Placemats
11. Embrace Your Curves: Improvisational Curves Technique and Projects
a. Sardinia Table Runner
b. Tipsy City Quilt
c. Illusions Quilt
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