Cotton Theory Quilting: Quilt First-Then Assemble (Cotton Theory Series) [Paperback]

Betty Cotton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 30, 2006 | Series: Cotton Theory Series

Welcome to the world of Cotton Theory quilting, where you'll find quilted embroidery, three-dimensional finished seams and a whole new way to quilt. Every quilt is reversible. Unlike traditional quilts, which are pieced together, layered with batting and then quilted, Cotton Theory projects are quilted first, one segment at a time, and then assembled into finished quilts using Betty Cotton's sewing, folding, and topstitching techniques. This book includes step-by-step instructions and illustrations for 13 eye-catching projects, including placemats, table toppers, table runners, wall hangings, a tote bag, a bath mat, and various quilts. This is Book One in the Cotton Theory Series.

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About the Author

Betty Cotton is a quilting entrepreneur, teacher, and author. She invented Cotton Theory quilting in 2001 and received a patent on it in 2004. She teaches her unique method of quilting in classes and seminars across the United States. She lives in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and owns a quilt shop and quilting retreat in Osseo, Wisconsin.

Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Cotton Theory LLC; First edition (January 30, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977261107
• ISBN-13: 978-0977261109
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #603,518 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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54 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Borrow First - Not For Everyone, June 7, 2008

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Siddielou (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cotton Theory Quilting: Quilt First-Then Assemble (Cotton Theory Series) (Paperback)

The author overly complicates the process of quilting as you go and relies heavily on machine embroidery to "quilt" with. While she does offer some helpful advice on bobbin work she fails to address how to adjust a bobbin tension for sewing machines with drop in bobbins (for those of us with vertical bobbins she correctly recommends buying a second bobbin case).

The projects are OK, well thought out, and the directions are clear but most of the quilts are basic squares and rectangles. If you are looking for help in working with traditional quilt designs (log cabin, bow tie, drunkard's path, etc) this isn't the book for you.

I haven't reviewed the three other well known quilt as you go books yet but here are the titles for those who are interested:
Quilt-As-You-Go by Sandra Millet
Reversible Quilts: Two at a Time by Sharon Pederson
Crazy Shortcut Quilts by Martguerita McManus (NOTE: this is different from crazy quilting)

Happy quilting!

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars cotton theory quilting, April 7, 2008

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Rosie - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Cotton Theory Quilting: Quilt First-Then Assemble (Cotton Theory Series) (Paperback)

I loved doing this technique, but be forewarned that this book is poorly written and really requires an instructor who is familiar with cotton theory to make sense out of how to quilt this way.

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful way to quilt, May 10, 2007

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J. Becker "JB" (Puyallup, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cotton Theory Quilting: Quilt First-Then Assemble (Cotton Theory Series) (Paperback)

I'm taking a class in this right now. What a wonderful and versatile way to quilt. Makes putting together much easier and you end up with two new quilts in one! I'd recommend this for anyone looking for an original and new way to easily quilt. Recommend to all, along with the DVD's.