Tag Archives: Book Review

Book Review: Quick Quilts from your Scrapbag

Posted on Thursday, November 3, 2011 by Jaye

Quick Quilts from Your Scrap Bag by Patricia Wilens I picked up this book as I was running out the door to wait for the Young Man while he went to an appointment. The title is fairly modest, but I … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Push Stitchery

Posted on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by Jaye

PUSH Stitchery: 30 Artists Explore the Boundaries of Stitched Art by Lark Books I have to admit that I like pretty, cheerful art. I also like pushing the boundaries, which isn’t always pretty. This book make stitchery (do they call … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Layer Cakes, Jelly Rolls & Charm Packs

Posted on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 by Jaye

Jelly Roll, Layer Cake & Charm Quilts by Pam Lintott This is almost a pure project book and I wouldn’t have picked it up if Frances and Sandy hadn’t talked about it over and over. Frances has definitely made my … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Gentle Art of Quiltmaking

Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 by Jaye

The Gentle Art of Quiltmaking: 15 Projects Inspired by Everyday Beauty by Jane Brocket My normal practice for writing reviews is to read the whole book and review the whole book. Occasionally, I’ll glance through a book and write a … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Practical Guide to Patchwork

Posted on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 by Jaye

The Practical Guide to Patchwork: New Basics for the Modern Quiltmaker by Elizabeth Hartman I am still looking for a comprehensive, basic guide to quiltmaking; a book to which I could refer when I had a question. I am beginning … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Ring a Day

Posted on Saturday, September 3, 2011 by Jaye

Ring a Day: 700 Photos from a 365 Day Jewelry Challenge by Marthe Le Van This is a book by Marthe Le Van that I received for free to review from Lark Crafts. The first paragraph sums this book up … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Masters Art Quilts v.2

Posted on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 by Jaye

UPDATE 8/26/2011: Giveaway is closed. See information about the winner in the 8/26 post. Please leave other comments in the comments section. I love hearing from you. Masters: Art Quilts, Vol. 2: Major Works by Leading Artists by Ray Hemachandra … Continue reading →

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Book Reviews: 3 Jewelry Books

Posted on Saturday, August 6, 2011 by Jaye

Chains Chains Chains: 25 Necklaces, Bracelets & Earrings by Joanna Gollberg This book was sent to me for free by Sterling Publishing. Thanks to Ray at Lark and his whole team for thinking of me. I am not a jewelry … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Quilts Made Modern

Posted on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 by Jaye

Quilts Made Modern: 10 Projects, Keys for Success with Color & Design, From the FunQuilts Studio by Weeks Ringle In general, I like this book. I like it because the tone is kind. I like it a lot more than … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Quilt National 2011 + Giveaway

Posted on Saturday, July 9, 2011 by Jaye

Quilt National 2011: The Best of Contemporary Quilts by Lark Books I received this book to review from Lark Crafts. Thanks to Amanda at Lark Crafts for sending the book and for offering to host a giveaway! See below for … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Sensational Bead Embroidery

Posted on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 by Jaye

Sherry Serafini’s Sensational Bead Embroidery: 25 Inspiring Jewelry Projects by Sherry Serafini This is another book that I received from Lark Books for free. Thanks, Lark! I will be giving this book away to a lucky reader, so read on … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The New Handmade

Posted on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 by Jaye

The New Handmade: Simple Sewing for Contemporary Style by Cassie Barden I like this book. I first heard about from Angela, a fellow BAMQGer who made the Bird-Watcher Messenger Bag and brought it to a Bay Area Modern Quilt Guild … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Quilter’s Academy Vol. 1–Freshman Year

Posted on Sunday, April 10, 2011 by Jaye

Quilter’s Academy Vol. 1–Freshman Year: A Skill-Building Course in Quiltmaking by Harriet Hargrave I have mixed feelings about this book. The idea is GREAT. I applaud the idea, especially in light of the recent Piecemeal Quilts discussion. There is a … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Creating Glass Beads

Posted on Saturday, April 9, 2011 by Jaye

Creating Glass Beads: A New Workshop to Expand Your Beginner Skills and Develop Your Artistic Voice by Jeri L. Warhaftig This is a book that I received for free from Lark Books. Thanks, Lark! The main subject matter is completely … Continue reading →

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Book Review: 12×12

Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2011 by Jaye

Twelve by Twelve: The International Art Quilt Challenge by Brenda Gael Smith This is another book I received for free, presumably to review since the letter included wasn’t very clear, from Lark Books. It is really nice of them to … Continue reading →

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