Fresh And Fabulous Quilts [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

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Review

Many say they would never want to be a teenager again, but the projects in this book might just change your mind. (Forget quilting, I'd want to go back in time only to be able to eat as much as I want and still maintain my long-lost 32-inch waist!)
I like that Cheryl Brown offers simple, full-sized quilts using bright colors and snappy designs that keep you on your mechanical toes with techniques that include machine piecing, paper piecing, fusible and hand appliqué. None of it's too hard but you will get a well-rounded workout with cheerful results.
My real fave is the Holly Jolly Christmas quilt with its hip holly leaf appliqués. Most of these projects are suited for confident beginners and are especially enticing for your teen who needs to be coaxed to his piecing lessons.
Should you buy it? Yep, especially if you make quilts for younger females. But don't be afraid to change up the colors for either a masculine or monochromatic take--it's your quilt! --Mark Lipinski, Quilter's Home--April/May 2009

Product Description

For the young at heart, these bright and cheery designs add a contemporary twist to traditional methods of quiltmaking. If you want a unique look, the whimsical quilts in this book are especially for you!



* Get eight funky patchwork and appliqué projects that are easy to create

* Make use of today's big bold prints with Cheryl's fresh, vivid colors

* Liven up any room with quilts such as Flower Power, Holly Jolly, L-O-V-E, and more

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Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: That Patchwork Place (December 22, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564778231
• ISBN-13: 978-1564778239
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #766,885 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Bright and Refreshing Take on Tradition, March 22, 2009

By	daisydeadpetals (Kaysville, Utah) - See all my reviews

If you like adding a dash of happy and bright to your quilts, you'll love this book! Every time I look through the pages, I feel inspired to start a new quilt. There's a joy that comes from these quilts that's like the start of spring--so colorful, so cheerful. So refreshing!

There are eight quilt patterns to choose from. In several of the projects, traditional blocks are paired with unique appliqued elements. You've seen appliqued hearts, leaves, and flowers before, of course. But not like these! Cheryl's take on these classic quilting elements is hip, stylish, and fun. With quilt names like "Fruit Basket," "Every Blooming Thing," and "Flower Power," you can imagine that the color palettes are vivid and exciting. The projects make great use of today's bold fabrics (which I admit to sometimes buying without knowing how to use).

Cheryl Brown has a "fresh and fabulous" designing future ahead of her. I'm already looking forward to what's next.

5.0 out of 5 stars Applique and paper piecing, along with straight piecing, August 21, 2009

By	Barbara Rhoades "Jackie of all Trades" (O'Fallon, MO USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

If you love paper piecing and appliqué, then grab a copy of this book. There are eight quilts of which only two are straight piecing, five are appliqué and one is paper piecing. This gives you a large variety of techniques in your quilt making.

The instructions contain a color photo of the finished quilt with it size and the finished block size as well. A sentence or two describes the quilt before the materials and cutting lists are given. Block assembly has graphics so you can be sure what you are reading is what you are sewing. Top assembly and finishing suggestions wind up the instructions. The templates needed are provided but some must be enlarged before you can create your quilt.

A nine page basics section provides such information as how to do appliqué and also gives several embroidery stitch types for sewing on the appliqués. The final page shows a photo of the author and a three paragraph bio.

5.0 out of 5 stars A 'must' for any serious quilting library, June 16, 2009

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

Bright, cheery designs provide a fine modern twist to traditional quiltmaking methods in a collection of patchwork and applique projects easy to put together and packed with big prints and bold colors. From full-page patterns to sidebars of tips and step-by-step instructions including making borders, FRESH AND FABULOUS QUILTS is a 'must' for any serious quilting library.