Kathy Doughty and Sarah Fielke, owners of the popular quilting shop Material Obsession in Sydney, Australia, bring an unconventional spirit to a tr...
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Aug 02, 2010
Emily
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What I really liked about this book is the authors' approach to quilts, and that there isn't a right or a wrong. They have really great ideas, and my favorite 2 patterns are very, very simple, but I love they way they just let the fabric speak for itself. As someone who has favorites I can't bear to cut up, they seem to get it, and say, well, then, showcase it!
My biggest complaint is that you had to go through several pages of instruction to get a full-on look at the completed quil More...
My biggest complaint is that you had to go through several pages of instruction to get a full-on look at the completed quil More...
Jul 12, 2009
Renee
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What a pleasure this book was to both read and thumb through! I primarily sew clothing, but I have always loved quilts. This book, in my mind, marries them both. The quilts are arranged from easiest to hardest and use the most extraordinary contemporary fabrics. Using these fun fabrics, the quilts don't look like what your grandmother would make or what you see in most homes. Instead, you have dresden plates with graphic prints and applique with modern figures. I would recommend this book to so
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Sep 25, 2009
Michelle BF
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I rarely find quilt books like this that have both the combination of exciting colors/fabrics and contemporary twists to quilt patterns. This one combines traditional ideas with new/fun ideas. I have found several quilts to make here, including the one I never made my daughter.
Material Obsession
Material Obsession
Apr 03, 2010
Heather
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I'm trying to find a new hobby, knitting, embroidery, etc...but after reading thru this book I think I am definitely going to try quilting, the quilts are absolutely BEAUTIFUL in this book. I want to make one SO bad! I really think I might try one of the easier ones, we'll see how it goes...
Aug 13, 2009
Carissa
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The quilts in here were a little too busy and a little too traditional for my own taste. I'm a Denyse Schmidt girl. I did like the Prints Charming fabric quilts and I did like a few of the patterns (The 'Burbs, Fanciful Flowers) but I'm not sure I like them enough to make them myself.
Apr 29, 2010
Kelly
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This book is a pleasure to peruse, if only for the pictures. I will certainly be basing some new quilt patterns of my own on one or two of the designs in this book. Does a good job of combining traditional and modern quilts into one book.
Apr 01, 2010
Colette
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This is by far the most inspiring quilt book I have ever seen! Love love love every quilt in it! I like how they give detailed instructions on how to make each quilt and how they categorize the projects from easy to advanced.
Sep 25, 2009
Nancy
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I don't buy many quilt books, but this one by two Australian quilt designers is a feast for the eyes. It has 23 projects and a good quilting basics section at the end.
Nov 16, 2011
Sarah
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I adore this book and cannot wait to improve my sewing skills enough to be able to make these quilts. They are stunning!
Mar 18, 2010
Heidi
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Just love everything about this book. I have the same style as the authors as far as quilts go. Would love to own a copy.
Aug 11, 2009
Britney
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I didn't necessarily find a quilt pattern in this book that I loved, and I didn't love all the combinations of quilts, but I love the author's philosophy on fabric-—that you choose something you love and you create a masterpiece that reflects you and your life, not be bound by rules about what types of fabric should be used.
I read the author's blog, and I enjoy looking at her quilts and the quilts of those who come to her shop. She has a passion for what she does, and her quilts ref More...
I read the author's blog, and I enjoy looking at her quilts and the quilts of those who come to her shop. She has a passion for what she does, and her quilts ref More...
Nov 12, 2009
Carol
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This is a book of traditional quilt patterns with a modern twist. Great color pictures.
Oct 01, 2009
Amy
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I couldn't pass this book up. I find myself looking through it more often than not.
Nov 21, 2009
Kerri
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Would love to buy this book at some point--the quilt patterns are lovely.
Jun 06, 2009
Ann
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Mostly just patterns for fairly easy pieced quilts -- not what I was looking for.
Oct 12, 2010
Elizabeth
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Loads of sweet patterns. If I were actually quilting, I think I'd love this. Since I am not, it mostly reminded me of how much I need to learn before I can attempt any kind of quilt whatsoever.
Nov 04, 2008
Amy
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This books has some gorgeous, modern quilt idea's in it. They rate from Easy to Advanced. Can't wait to make one!
Jun 07, 2008
Samantha
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LOVE IT - finally something new and fresh. lovely inspiration and patterns.
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