Stripe Quilts Made Modern: 12 Bold & Beautiful Projects-Tips & Tricks for Working with Striped Fabrics

by Lauren S. Palmer

Overview

Learning useful techniques to create one of 12 stunning, strip quilts in this collection.

Get the look of complex piecing with a savvy shortcut—striped fabric! Blogger and modern quilter Lauren Palmer of Olive Tree Textiles shares 12 versatile quilt patterns using solid stripes, multicolored stripes, and even chevrons. Slice apart striped fabric and rearrange it into modern blocks to create illusions of movement, depth, and texture. Pick up useful techniques, like cutting on the bias and arranging blocks in alternate grids. Patterns range from beginner to more advanced and each quilt is shown in two colorways—it’s easy to use any striped fabric from your stash!

• Save time piecing! 12 bold projects using striped fabric as an essential design element

• Stripes aren’t just for bindings—cut fabric on the bias, work in a grid, and use chevrons in new ways

• Get inspired with two color options and three sizes for each project

Praise for Stripe Quilts Made Modern

“If you always thought of stripes only of bindings, think again! The 12 projects in this book (each in three sizes) will open your mind to new opportunities and the creative use of all kinds of stripes?from bold symmetrical repeats to fun chevrons.” —American Quilt Retailer

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781617452604
Publisher:	C & T Publishing
Publication date:	07/30/2021
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	116
File size:	48 MB
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About the Author

Lauren Palmer starting quilting at age thirteen. While studying architecture in college, she gained an appreciation for modern style and began selling her quilts. Her work has been shown at QuiltCon. Lauren lives in Lexington, Kentucky, with her husband.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Notes on Using This Book
Stripe Theory
Working With Stripes
Projects
Easy
Lines in the Suit
Little Cabin Floor
Hill Valley
Shimmer
Intermediate
Absent Minded
Firecracker
Modern American
Roll On
Advanced
Fern
Beau Thai
Chip Off The Old Block
Escher
About the Author

Editorial Reviews

If you always thought of stripes only of bindings, think again! The 12 projects in this book (each in three sizes) will open your mind to new opportunities and the creative use of all kinds of stripes—from bold symmetrical repeats to fun chevrons. Creative cutting and piecing can create what looks to be complex designs, when in fact the stripe patterns fool the eye. You'll want to offer a class just on stripes, so stock up.

December 2016 American Quilt Retailer

Nothing beats striped fabric for adding movement and interest to a quilt. Stripes can be versatile and come in all shapes, sizes and, of course, colours! According to author Lauren, "The quilts in this book feature stripes as an essential design element, transforming this simple pattern into a useful tool for modern quilters." The 12 projects are designed for quilters of all skill levels. Each project is provided with two colour options and three sizes. With large clear diagrams to follow, you too can create amazing eye-catching quilts.

Vol 16 No 1 Quilter's Companion

A modern slant on stripes. Discover 12 projects that use bold striped patterns. Find colour options and 3 sizes for each project. The projects are equally divided into easy, intermediate and advanced. The book includes information on working with stripes and takes a creative approach to design. Includes tips for using stripes, cutting on the bias, matching seams and more. For each project you will clearly see the materials needed, cutting, construction and alternate colourways. Great attention to detail, easy-to-follow instructions and excellent photos throughout. My favourite is the Modern American quilt. This book not only provides 36 size options in 12 designs, it will get you thinking seriously about stripes and how to incorporate them into your quilts.

1/6/2016 yarnsandfabrics.co.uk