Scrappy Duos: Color Recipes for Quilt Blocks

by Donna Lynn Thomas

This fresh approach to stitching gorgeous scrap quilts will make your next project burst with color! These 20 versatile block patterns are assembled two at a time, featuring a different set of scrap fabrics for each pair. Donna’s simple "duo approach" not only makes piecing blocks more efficient, it guarantees crisp, clear color combinations that will dazzle the eye. • Twenty beautiful block patterns that you can mix and match to stitch exciting, color-splashed scrap quilts • Three helpful color "recipes" that will show you how to create vibrant color combinations and dramatic secondary designs • Sample quilt plans and gorgeous photos of finished quilts, plus Donna’s exclusive "cluster" illustrations to help you create original designs

Genres: Quilting

Paperback

First published October 10, 2000

Reviews

[Candy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Donna chose 20 quilt blocks that the sewist can combine or choose just one to make a quilt. Then, add in one of her suggested color schemes for the quilt. Having decided these 2 parameters, make 2 blocks. Then go on to make your quilt based on your decisions.
My description is no match for the unlimited possibilities generated by the guidelines in this book.