Best Applique Books
Here you will get Best Applique Books For you.This is an up-to-date list of recommended books.
1. Simple Whatnots II: A Second Helping of Satisfyingly Scrappy Quilts
Author: by Kim Diehl
English
128 pages
1683561244
Proving that the best things really do come in small packages, Kim Diehl shares 18 cute-as-can-be quilt designs in this delightful sequel to Simple Whatnots. Dig into your scrap bin, box, or basket, and get ready to have some quilting fun.
And be sure to read Kim’s expert advice sprinkled throughout as Extra Snippet tips to help your sewing time be even more enjoyable. Dozens of photos offer inspiration for displaying completed quilts on the wall, as table toppers, draped on a charming school desk or ladder-the options are plentiful!
Layer these little showstoppers with your favorite antiques and collections to bring a bit of sparkle to even the smallest nooks in your home.
2. Embroiderers' Guild Transfers Collection: 90 rediscovered treasures to transfer & stitch (Embroidered Treasures)
Author: by Annette Dr. Collinge
English
128 pages
1782217207
An important collection of beautiful, historically significant iron-on transfer designs from the Embroiderers’ Guild. The use of hot iron transfers in embroidery has a long and fascinating history, but they’ve often been looked down upon by serious embroiderers and have therefore been largely overlooked.
They were, however, produced in large numbers and much of the work created from them was of a very high quality. An important though largely forgotten part of the Embroiderers’ Guild legacy is the huge collection of hot iron transfers dating back to the early 20th century that were created by members of the Guild.
They fell out of favour in the 1960s and the Guild stopped producing them. Many transfers were stored away and haven’t been seen since those times; others were simply thrown away. This publication, which consists of one booklet of transfers and one booklet of worked examples, showcases specially chosen examples worked in specific ways as an inspiration to readers to either follow, or work in their own way.
3. Resilient Stitch: Wellbeing and Connection in Textile Art
Author: by Claire Wellesley-Smith
Batsford (April 6, 2021)
English
128 pages
Following on from her textile hit Slow Stitch, author Claire Wellesley-Smith considers the importance of connection and ideas around wellbeing when using textiles for individuals and communities. Resilient Stitch covers practical ideas around “thinking-through-making,” using resonant materials, and extending the life of pieces using traditional and nontraditional methods.
Contemporary textile artists using these themes in their work are featured alongside personal work from Claire and examples from community-based textile projects. Resilient fabrics that can be manipulated, stressed, withstand tension, and be made anew are recommended throughout the book, as well as techniques such as layering, patching, reinforcing, re-stitching, and mending.
It also provides ideas for the inclusion of everyday materials in your work.
4. The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook: Patterns, Projects and Inspirations
Author: by Susan Briscoe
David & Charles
English
128 pages
Sashiko, the traditional Japanese technique of needlework quilting, uses simple running stitch to create beautifully decorative patterns ideal for patchwork, quilting and embroidery. Sashiko (pronounced shash-ko) means ‘stab stitch’ and refers to the small running stitch that is worked to build up distinctive decorative patterns, of which there are hundreds.
The book begins by exploring the origins of the technique to strengthen clothes and to make them warmer. Getting Started describes everything you need to begin stitching, including selecting suitable fabrics and threads, marking out patterns on the fabric, as well as the stitching technique itself.
Ten project chapters show how easy it is to use sashiko patterns to make beautiful items for the home. The sashiko patterns are described in step-by-step detail in the pattern library, showing you exactly how to achieve each individual pattern with ease.
Finally a gallery of work by contemporary Japanese textile artists provides extra inspiration.
5. Wool, Needle & Thread: The Go-To Guide for Wool Stitchery
Author: by Lisa Bongean
English
112 pages
1683560310
The definitive guide to wool applique and embroidery! Welcome to beloved designer Lisa Bongean’s private classroom! Toss the trial-and-error and learn from Lisa’s decades of experience how she creates her exquisite stitcheries step by step: wool applique, embroidery, and more.
Filled with close-up photos of Lisa’s hands working her magic, this book will help you master each technique down to the tiniest detail. Start with Lisa’s fabric tips; then move on to her favorite tools, templates, threads, and needles. How does she create her slim vines, pretty pennies, and flower appliques?
It’s all here, along with a dozen embroidery stitches in photos so clear, you’ll know exactly how to re-create them. Lisa also shares five sweet projects to make yourself, rounding out this jam-packed volume that will teach you how to start, stitch, and finish your projects more accurately, more confidently, and more beautifully than ever before.
6. The Art of Rock Painting: Techniques, Projects, and Ideas for Everyone
Author: by Lin Wellford
Racehorse
English
96 pages
New painters wanted! No experience necessary! With Lin Wellford’s instruction, thousands have discovered the thrill of turning rocks into works of art. Her bestselling books have helped to awaken interest in modern rock painting. The Art of Rock Painting offers a variety of easy projects designed to introduce basic painting techniques yet still appeal to seasoned painters.
The Table of Contents includes:Getting StartedRock ButterfliesStone berriesSunflower VaseRock HouseFancy Fruit RocksSpooky StonesHoliday HousesRockin’ SantaAnd much more! Grab a brush, find a stone, and get ready to rock! Experience the magic of this fun and exciting art activity.
7. Buttermilk Basin's Pick of the Crop: 18 Cotton and Wool Projects That Feel Like Fall
Author: by Stacy West
English
80 pages
1683561236
Capture all there is to love about fall with Buttermilk Basin’s latest book of seasonal projects. Author Stacy West mixes wool and cotton fabrics, motifs, and colors beautifully-and with her guidance, you can too! Buttermilk Basin’s Pick of the Crop will have you savoring each and every project.
Choose from framed pieces for a mantel display, dimensional fruits and veggies to fill a harvest bowl, wall hangings to set the stage for autumn vignettes, and more. You’ll even find a Halloween motif or two. All of the 18 designs are perfect for home decor pieces and as thoughtful gifts for your favorite fall fanatic.
(They go pretty well with a pumpkin spice latte too!
8. Embroidered Country Gardens: Create beautiful hand-stitched floral designs inspired by nature
Author: by Lorna Bateman
Search Press
English
160 pages
Learn how to embroider all the components of a country garden and then use this knowledge to create six exciting projects to keep. Experienced embroidery teacher Lorna Bateman is passionate about teaching and about nature. This book will appeal to and inspire both beginner embroiderers as well as more accomplished students.
Learn from Lorna how to create beautiful flower designs, using raised and textured stitches to recreate your own idyllic English country garden. The book will walk you through a variety of stitches, how to embroider individual flowers from them and how to incorporate these into an original garden motif.
For the nature enthusiast there is plenty to get excited about – an A-Z of English garden flowers and how to stitch them; a section on stitching common garden insects; and how to embroider iconic garden imagery such as birdbaths or garden ornaments.
There are six elaborate and practical projects to stitch: needlecase, scissorkeeper, pincushion, thimblepip, glasses case, thread storer, and these make great keepsakes as well as gifts. The book also features a full-size pattern insert for making a vintage bag in which to keep the individual projects.
9. Rulerwork Quilting Idea Book: 59 Outline Designs to Fill with Free-Motion Quilting, Tips for Longarm and Domestic Machines
Author: by Amanda Murphy
English
192 pages
1617455733
Quilting rulers have long been used by longarm quilters to make uniform shapes, but now, with the advent of the domestic ruler foot, domestic quilters can join in on the fun, too! Amanda starts with how to use 6 basic shapes of machine quilting ruler to lay a foundation for your quilting, then moves on to executing 59 different designs.
Finish up by following Amanda’s suggestions for filling in background space with free-motion quilting.
10. Butterfly Tattoo Coloring Book: Adult Coloring Book with Amazing Designs for Relaxation and Fun (Tattoo Coloring Books)
Author: by Butterfly Color Press
B0939V83XD
English
66 pages
Enjoy and let your creativity out by coloring these amazing designs. You can color each design with realistic colors or let your imagination run and use whichever colors you choose. This book is a wonderful gift. What you will find in this book:Single-sided pages.
Designs are only in one side of the page.Black-backed pages. We have placed a black page behind each design to reduce the bleed-through. Unique coloring pages. There are No duplicate designs.Color-test page. Includes an extra page designed for testing colors.Dimensions.8.5 x 11 inches.
Emphasis on details. All pages are carefully designed for better coloring experience. Get this book now and have fun. If you know someone who loves to color this book, make them happy by getting them a copy too.
11. Autumn Bounty: 18 Quilts and Wool Appliqué Projects to Decorate Your Home
Author: by Renée Nanneman
Need'l Love (May 7, 2020)
English
80 pages
It’s harvest time-and with it comes all the cozy, stay-at-home feelings that cooler air and crisp fall skies can conjure. What’s better than being nestled under a quilt with a good book? How about curling up with a Need’l Love book filled with 18 autumn-inspired projects!
Whether you peruse the pages for decorating inspiration for your home, or start flagging the pages of the projects you’ll make first, there’s a rich array of choices to be made. Rene Nanneman has curated an assortment of quilts, pillows, pincushions, and more to take you through the season in style.
So gather your favorite selections of wools and cottons, and prepare to immerse yourself in seasonal delights you’re sure to treasure all year long.
12. Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts
Author: by Nina Montenegro
Sasquatch Books
English
224 pages
Learn the art and craft of mendinga joyful and meditative practice and a powerful act of restoration for the clothes and belongings we love. This beautifully illustrated handbook will show you how to mend jeans, socks, sweaters, down jackets, and leggings and other common repairs.
Mending Life encourages us to cherish our things by repairing them rather than discarding them. Filled with heartfelt stories that celebrate a sustainable, intentional lifestyle, it also encourages us to change our consumption habits so that with small mends here and there, we extend the life of our garments and other household items.
Encouraging readers interested in slow fashion and craftcore, this handbook is for beginners but also offers more advanced techniques to those with some experience in mending. You’ll learn basic techniques such as patching, but will have options to take it a step further with decorative sashiko stitching; you’ll also learn how to darn socks and mend sweaters, as well as things like a tear in a bedsheet or down jacket.
13. Applique: The Basics & Beyond, Second Revised & Expanded Edition: The Complete Guide to Successful Machine and Hand Techniques with Dozens of Designs to Mix and Match (Landauer) Over 600 Photos
Author: by Janet Pittman
Landauer
English
160 pages
The ultimate go-to resource to learn and do it all! Award-winning guide and project book for learning and practicing appliqu 9 inspiring projects with step-by-step instruction, photography, and illustrations 12 alternate layouts for the creative applique projects 16 pattern groups for mixing and matching, to inspire your creativity Over 600 photos and illustrations walk you through appliqu practice in full color Essential how-to information on equipment & supplies, preparing applique, stitching & embellishing, and more Convenient spiral binding in sturdy hardcover lays flat and makes it easy to follow along Newly expanded Second Edition has two new projects and information on wool appliqu, hand appliqu, and updated tools Whether you’re just getting started in appliqu or are experienced and want to improve your techniques, Appliqu: The Basics and Beyond was written with you in mind!
Packed with visual information to instruct a beginner or improve an experienced appliquer’s techniques, this updated, award-winning classic features two new projects, plus everything you need to know about wool appliqu, preparation and stitching, hand appliqu, and updated tools. The handy hidden spiral binding inside a sturdy hardcover helps the book lay flat when open, so you can follow along hands-free.
14. Pet Portrait Art Quilts: Create realistic, abstract, or fun portraits with fused appliqué and free motion stitch
Author: by Deborah Wirsu
B08JF5HXWT
English
87 pages
Capture the personality of your pets by transforming your photos into creative fabric collage portrait quilts. Fully illustrated (in color), Pet Portrait Art Quilts shows you how to create unique art quilt animal portraits using fused appliqu and free-motion stitch.
These fabric collage portrait quilts are easy to make, regardless of experience in art quilting, appliqu, free-motion stitching, or photography. In Pet Portrait Art Quilts, you’ll discover:Chapter 1: Discover your style. Learn how to unlock your personal style. Chapter 2: The key to great fabric collage portraits.
Discover how to understand light, shadow, and value. Also, find out what goes into creating a good composition.Chapter 3: Color. Learn all about color, color schemes, and how to select fabric for your collage. Chapter 4: Equipment and Supplies. Most of the things you need are probably already right there in your sewing room!
This chapter gives a comprehensive list. Chapter 5: Choosing a photo. Discover what is important, and what is not, in photo selection. Chapter 6: Prepare your photo: Simple editing. Learn how to quickly edit images, without the need for complicated computer programs.
15. Dresden Quilt Blocks Reimagined: Sew Your Own Playful Plates; 25 Elements to Mix & Match
Author: by Candyce Copp Grisham
English
80 pages
1617457930
Embrace the art of quilting with simple instructions to create beautiful Dresden plate blocks. Each variation looks unique and all are astonishingly easy to sew. Use any and all of the twenty-five design elements, including four different edge treatments, a range of sizes (29 1/2), and an amazing variety of patterns, from sawtooth to flying geese.
Mix it up even more by fabric piecing wedges and using up to twenty different colors for each wedge. Choose one block to start, then diversify with endless Dresden possibilitiesTake a trip to the museum with an extensive gallery full of beautiful photosExercise your creativity and learn new quilting skills
16. The Ultimate Applique Guidebook: 150 Patterns, Hand & Machine Techniques, History, Step-by-Step Instructions, Keys to Design & Inspiration
Author: by Annie Smith
C&T Publishing
English
160 pages
This complete source book guides you every step of the way in how to design your own applique patterns. Learn where to find new inspiration, read more about the history of applique, and build your skills in both hand and machine techniques.
You’ll revel in your new-found freedom to make your applique projects uniquely your own!
