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Piecing the Piece O' Cake Way

A Visual Guide to Making Patchwork Quilts

Becky Goldsmith author Linda Jenkins author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:C & T Publishing

Published:26th Feb '16

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This comprehensive guide offers essential techniques and projects for mastering patchwork. Piecing the Piece O' Cake Way is perfect for both beginners and experienced quilters.

In Piecing the Piece O' Cake Way, readers are invited to explore the art of patchwork through the expert guidance of best-selling authors Linda Jenkins and Becky Goldsmith. With a shared passion for piecing, these talented quilters offer a comprehensive approach to mastering the craft, starting with the essentials and gradually introducing more complex techniques. The book is designed to accommodate beginners and seasoned quilters alike, making it an ideal resource for anyone looking to enhance their skills.

The journey begins with foundational techniques, where readers will learn to work with simple strips, squares, and half-square triangles. As confidence builds, the authors encourage quilters to stretch their creativity with diamonds, curves, and improvisational piecing. This visual guide is rich with vibrant projects that not only inspire but also provide practical skill-building exercises. Each project is thoughtfully designed to help quilters develop their abilities while enjoying the process of creating.

With ten colorful projects and invaluable tips on fabric selection, Piecing the Piece O' Cake Way serves as a complete guide to quilting fundamentals. Readers will gain insights on sewing scant quarter-inch seams, cutting larger fabric pieces, and achieving perfectly placed points. This book is a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone eager to dive into the world of patchwork and quilting, making it a must-have addition to any quilting library.

I am new to quilting and I have to say this book is brilliant. I have found the following instructions and techniques so easy. It guides you through everything., I was astounded by hte amount of information. It covers so much and makes you much more confident quilting. I don't normally take to books so much but this one really does what it says. I love the fact it talks you through everything and gives you so much information at each stage. There are a lot of things I have been trying but have found difficult. I found instructions in the book that have made it so much easier. There are photos and diagrams throughout the book, they are clear and easy to follow. The first part of the book is taken up with all the how to's and instructions. Then it moves onto different quilt patterns and how to make them. I love fact that they even have arrows to help you with your assembly. I haven't seen this in a book before. Even when your are making the quilts they still provide helpful pictures and instructions. If you already quilt then it doesn't matter, you still have all the qilts and designs you can make. I found this book really useful!

* Crochet Addict UK *

No wonder these ladies look happy in their pic on the back cover, they are happy quilters. These ladies know more than a thing or two about patchwork and quilting and they share their techniques in this practical reference. Find everything you need to know from sewing seams to cutting large pieces of fabric and lots more to create fabulous quilts. Discover basic arithmetic that enables you to make any quilt any size. Contents include Fabric; Colour; Techniques; Strips; Squares; Half-Square Triangles; Curves; Diamonds; Sampler Quilt; Improvisational Piecing and more. Discover 10 projects to hone your skills and build your confidence. I love the projects and would make them all, but Spinwheels is my favourite. I think I will try the sampler quilt to test and practice different skills. Bits and Pieces is also very appealing for trying out new skills. Such a useful book. Recommended.

* Karen Platt- yarnsandfabrics.co.

ISBN: 9781617450136

Dimensions: 280mm x 216mm x 9mm

Weight: 512g

128 pages

Revised Second Edition