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Category Archives: Reviews
Book Review: Scrap Basket Sensations
Scrap-Basket Sensations: More Great Quilts from 2 1/2″ Strips by Kim Brackett I had seen this book, but when I heard about it from Frances, I decided to buy it. I like this book, in general. I like the examples … Continue reading
Book Review: Art Quilt Portfolio: People & Portraits: Profiles of Major Artists, Galleries of Inspiring Works
Art Quilt Portfolio: People & Portraits: Profiles of Major Artists, Galleries of Inspiring Works by Martha Sielman I am not a big fan of representational quilts of people. There is something about the quilting on faces that freaks me out. … Continue reading
Book Review: Suzanne Golden Presents…
Suzanne Golden Presents!: Interviews with 36 Artists Who Innovate with Beads by Suzanne Golden I am always interested in books about creativity and the creative process. If you want to read about process, this book is for you, regardless of … Continue reading
Book Review: Bewitching Bead & Wire Jewelry
Bewitching Bead & Wire Jewelry: Easy Techniques for 40 Irresistible Projects by Suzanne J.E. Tourtillott I thought I was off the jewelry book reviewers list, but I received two books last week. Lark was so great about supporting the Boxing … Continue reading
Book Review: The Last Chinese Chef
The Last Chinese Chef by Nicole Mones Thanks to Ruth and Marlene who added notes about this book to their Goodreads update feeds. I think this might be one of my favorite books. I know I want to listen to … Continue reading
Book Review: A Bounty of Bead & Wire Bracelets
A Bounty of Bead & Wire Bracelets: 50 Fun, Fast Jewelry Projects by Nathalie Mornu I don’t know if this set is a trilogy, but if you were waiting for the bracelet version of the Bead & Wire series, here … Continue reading
Book Review: A Bounty of Bead & Wire Necklaces
A Bounty of Bead & Wire Necklaces: 50 Fun, Fast Jewelry Projects by Nathalie Mornu Nathalie Mornu has come up with this new take on beads and wire after previously sharing A Bounty of Bead & Wire Earrings. This is … Continue reading
Book Review: PUSH Print
PUSH Print: 30+ Artists Explore the Boundaries of Printmaking by Jamie Berger My favorite image in this book is called Venice 2 by Tom Leighton of the UK. It shows St. Mark’s Square with a carousel in the middle of … Continue reading
Book Review: PUSH Jewelry
PUSH Jewelry: 30 Artists Explore the Boundaries of Jewelry by Marthe Le Van This is a new book I got from Lark Crafts to review Tuesday and I have to say that I love this series. The last one I … Continue reading
Book Review: Shrink! Shrank! Shrunk!
Shrink! Shrank! Shrunk!: Make Stylish Shrink Plastic Jewelry by Kathy Sheldon I have to admit that I was kind of shocked when I opened the package that held this book. My immediate thought was Shrinky Dinks? Jewelry? Really? I had … Continue reading
Book Review: Necklaceology
Necklaceology: How to Make Chokers, Lariats, Ropes & More by Candie Cooper I like the name. It is interesting. I like the cover. I can see the texture even though I can’t feel it. I like the colors of the … Continue reading
Book Review: Making Fabric Jewelry
Making Fabric Jewelry: 20+ Projects to Stitch, Fold, & Wear by Marthe Le Van Thanks to Lark for sending me this book to review! Since the holidays are coming, and birthdays seem to pile up on me constantly, I thought … Continue reading
Book Review: Jelly Roll Quilt Magic
Jelly Roll Quilt Magic by Kimberly Einmo I bought this book after Katie, of Katie’s Quilting Corner blog and podcast, interviewed the author and enthusiastically endorsed the books. As you know, I have a love-hate relationship with Jelly Rolls, Layer … Continue reading
Book Review: Timeless
Timeless by Jo Morton, c2007 I first got interested in Jo Morton when I saw her do the Triangle Technique on Love of Quilting. As you may remember, I contacted her and asked if she had a technique sheet that … Continue reading
Book Review: Showcase 500 Beaded Jewelry
Showcase 500 Beaded Jewelry: Photographs of Beautiful Contemporary Beadwork by Ray Hemachandra This is another gorgeous ’500′ title from Lark Books. More eye candy and inspiration for all kinds of creative people. This book starts off with an introduction by … Continue reading
