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One-Of-A-Kind Quilt Labels: Unique Ideas for a Special Finishing Touch

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Quilts should be labeled so that they become heirlooms. Thea Nerud's mission is to get ALL quilts labeled, and offers several ideas for attractive and informative labels. Thea shows how to transfer photographs and lettering onto washable fabric labels that become a permanent part of the quilt. The lettering can be computer generated. She's done a great job and shows several tested and illustrated techniques.

Wow! what a fun book! I will never make boring labels again. I love the little three dimensional animals for children's quilts. The section on making labels for old quilts was wonderful, especially with the photos of the quiltmakers and the people who got the quilts. A large number of the labels in the book were printed on the computer. I will try that and I want to try the crayon labels also. Might even try the cross stitch one....

I love this book! Ms. Nerud presents a wealth of unique ideas for all skill levels. The writing is excellent, the directions concise and easily understood, and the book itself is visually appealing. Her suggestions are easily adaptable for other sewing projects in need of a personal touch that only a one of a kind, specially created "made by.." label can provide.

I recently learned the value of a quilt label. I made a quilt for my 10-year-old grandniece, a kid who hasn't had much to call "mine." She liked the quilt, but she _loved_ the label, which said, "Made just for [name] by great-aunt Esther." ("Look, Mom! Look what it says!") Yes, I included the date and my full name, but the "just for me" value made it obvious that this girl will keep her quilt until it wears out.

So yes: you really should label every quilt!

I've had this book for a couple of years, and I've been loathe to review it because I haven't actually made any of the charming quilt labels that the author teaches you to make. It feels rather like someone who makes pound cakes trying to review a fancy wedding-cake book. But after the aforementioned Label Experience, I feel compelled to suggest that you do get (or at least paw through) this book. I learned a lot, from just the first few pages; until then, I hadn't realized that there were options for ironing-on labels or print-to-fabric.

That single "aha!" helped me improve my label-creation skills immeasurably (the previous efforts involved really ugly embroidery). For instance, the label for my niece's wedding quilt included a printed (well, ironed-on) engagement photo of the couple. Yeah, that went over well, too.

This book has several delightful examples of innovative quilt labels, which include a fabric "envelope" in which the details of an older quilt might be stored. I've looked through the book several times without making any of them, but saying, "Oh, isn't that nice!" every time. I just stick with my pound cake, I guess.

If you're ready to make your quilts even more special, this book will definitely help you. But even if you aren't -- One-of-a-Kind Quilt Labels will help you improve your existing skills and it'll inspire you to make an effort to improve them. I'm glad I got this book; I think you'll like it, too.

What a treasure to find "One Of A Kind Quilt Labels". Thea Nerud brings innovative ideas with clear, precise directions and beautiful illustrations to make every label personal and beautiful. She has given us the templates to exquisitely personalize our own quilts. Recipients of my quilts are reminded of the love and care that was sewn into their quilt by reading their unique and informative label throughout the life of the quilt. Quilt artist, Thea, has inspired me to go beyond the ordinary, making labels that reflect my committment to quality quilting, and create a legacy for those I love and sew for. Bonnie Upchurch

I originally checked this book out of my local quilt guild library and decided I needed a copy for my own personal library. As soon as it arrived I made a very unique label for a baby quilt. The book arrived in excellent like new condition and the directions in it are very easy to read and understand. I used a pattern included in the book and all pieces fit together perfectly. I would recommend this book as an invaluable addition to any quilter's library.