WedgeWorks II: The 3-D Mariner's Compass [Paperback]

Cheryl Phillips (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1999

WedgeWorks II is a how to quilting book with 8 full color pages and over 150 step by step diagrams. Included in the book are instructions for several variations of the Mariner's Compass, an 11.25 degree wedge and an insert tool made of acrylic plastic. The tools are suitable for rotary cutting. Folded methods make an old favorite both easy and dimensional.

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About the Author

Cheryl Phillips: a national teacher, an innovative designer and a prolific quilter. Cheryl's insatiable curisoity is expressed in her writing, teaching and quilting.

Cheryl has written three books, several patterns and magazine articles. She appeared on episode #310 of HGTV's Simply Quilts with Alex Anderson.

Product Details

• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Phillips Fiber Art (January 1, 1999)
• ISBN-10: 0967789419
• ISBN-13: 978-0967789415
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,543,434 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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75 of 75 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't miss with precise directions and tools too!, March 24, 2000

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Lisa M. Livingstone (usa) - See all my reviews

This review is from: WedgeWorks II: The 3-D Mariner's Compass (Paperback)

Cheryl Phillips' WedgeWorks II 3-D Mariner's Compass is a book with concise directions and the tools are even included! The illustrations show exactly where to place the tools on the fabric and how to assemble the pieces precisely. My first 3-D compass block was assembled with the most accurate result I could have wished for! Cheryl's book describes an innovative, folded triangle method to achieve a traditional mariner's compass quilt block. It is soooooo easy and fun...the results are quite impressive! This book is a "must have" for every quilter's library.

32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It was much easier than I thought!, June 25, 2002

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"ibquiltn" (Kingston, NH United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: WedgeWorks II: The 3-D Mariner's Compass (Paperback)

I have considered myself to be an intermediate quilter, not highly advanced. I was afraid of trying this, but am involved in a family quilt project and this compass was "assigned" to me.
I worked on it and found the instructions made perfect sense. Once I figured out the technique, I was able to do it! I'm impressed!
My compass block looks great, lies flat and I am proud of it!

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars recommended by the Accidental Quilter, August 11, 2002

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Mary Z. Cox (Tallahassee, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: WedgeWorks II: The 3-D Mariner's Compass (Paperback)

I made a traditional Mariner's Compass block. It took two full days of class and much homework to finish. It was pretty, but I vowed I'd never make another.
Then I bought Cheryl's book. The plastic templates are sturdy and
I got a very even cut with my rotary cutter. It was fun to make
this Mariner's compass and it turned out beautiful. Her directions are clear and the templates are exact. This makes a really large block, about 20 inches, so it is suitable for a center medalion. I'm glad I bought this book and I'll be making more Mariner's compass.