Having lived just outside of Hannibal, Missouri, all of her life, Christina McCourt became immersed in all things Mark Twain. The sweet and simple projects in this book are dedicated to his beloved characters Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher and their budding romance. The centerpiece of the collection is the sampler quilt, in which each block represents Tom, Becky, or the people and adventures in their lives. The quilts Becky’s Waltz and Tom’s Fancy stand out as wonderful examples of Christina’s eye for color and pattern. Other quilt projects include the graphic and colorful Lost in the Cave quilt and the Poor Boy Huck quilt.

Create your own Italian tile masterpiece Capture the glory of medieval Italian marble work with 9 breathtaking paper-pieced quilts and 35 mix-and-match blocks designed by Norah McMeeking, author of the best-selling Bella Bella Quilts. Norah's uniquely easy paper-piecing techniques, tips gleaned from years of teaching paper piecing, and comprehensive cutting and materials charts all guarantee your success. Draw on your fabric stash to create new color combinations for these quilts, or try them with coordinating fat quarter packs. • 9 all-new quilts with easy-to-follow instructions • 35 paper-pieced blocks to mix and match into your own quilted masterpieces • Full-size paper-piecing patterns on pullouts

Raconteur—The Storyteller’s Collection, a multi-award-winning quilt, is your next take-anywhere project. Sew a collection of miniature pieced hexagons from Cinzia White’s storytelling sampler. Make the king-size quilt your next long-term project, or pick and choose from 359 block designs to make a project of any size! A mix of hand-stitched and machine-pieced 2 ¼” blocks are organized in 59 collections. Full-size foundation paper patterns are included when possible, with some helpful notes on English paper piecing. It’s perfect for traditional quilters, fans of Dear Jane, and scrap addicts!

Cincinnati Magazine taps into the DNA of the city, exploring shopping, dining, living, and culture and giving readers a ringside seat on the issues shaping the region.

Flowers never go out of style, and the same is true of floral quilts. Whether you choose to use floral prints or create your flowers with appliquae or foundation piecing, there are blooms here that will fit the modern home. You can make a quilt, a wall hanging, or simply fashion a few pillows to brighten a corner.

Just like those colorful fabric bundles no quilter can resist, here's an array of tantalizing quilts all bundled into one must-have book. Find exciting quilt patterns by Cassie Barden, Audrie Bidwell, Kim Brackett, Mary J. Burns, Lesley Chaisson, Jodi Crowell, Sara Diepersloot, Susan Teegarden Dissmore, Victoria L. Eapen, Amy Ellis, Mary Etherington and Connie Tesene, Krista Fleckenstein, Cornelia Gauger, Regina Girard, Mary Green, Barbara Groves and Mary Jacobson, Jeanne Large and Shelley Wicks, Nancy J. Martin, Terry Martin, Carrie Nelson, Susan Pfau, Claudia Plett and Le Ann Weaver, Rebecca Silbaugh, Adrienne Smitke, Karen Costello Soltys, and the staff at That Patchwork Place®. Make the most of fat quarters, fat eighths, 5" and 10" squares, and 2 1/2" strips Suit your style with 64 different projects, brilliantly organized by the cut of fabric Enjoy specially selected designs that are ideal for precut fabrics or for cutting your stash down to size

World-renowned artist and textile designer Kaffe Fassett provides a window into his creative process, offering readers new patterns, new ideas, and new inspiration With successes like Bold Blooms and Dreaming in Color, the latest book from Kaffe Fassett brings together all the best elements of his work and life. Kaffe Fassett in the Studio will offer an in-depth look at his work and where he finds inspiration, paying particular attention to his color work. He’ll also showcase some of his greatest designs in the areas of needlework, patchwork, and knitting, as well as provide three to four new patterns in each of these areas. Lastly, Fassett will speak to his fabric design and painting processes. He remains an icon in the fashion and craft worlds. He partners with brands such as Coach and is regularly featured in the pages of Vogue. Fassett’s brilliant use of color sets his work apart from other artists, and any collection of his work is a must have among fans and beyond.

With Kristine Poor's 9 innovative designs for intermediate stitchers, favorite textiles are transformed into original quilted bags. Groceries, portfolios, gym clothes, books, diapers - no matter what needs to be toted, a quilted bag can handle the job. With one of these fabric bags, shoppers now can just say no to paper and plastic bags. This book has a pocket-sized accessory bag, an oversized duffle, a feminine handbag, a backpack, and lots of totes that are ready to go anywhere. All designs are quilted, and some feature piecework.