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Whip Up Mini Quilts: Patterns and How-to for 26 Contemporary Small Quilts
Kathreen Ricketson, founder of the internationally popular Web site WhipUp.net, presents 20 contemporary quilts from across the globe in this charming, easy-to-follow guide. From the lovely English Garden Quilt to the playful Road Transport Pillow, the projects collected in Whip Up Mini Quilts cover all sorts of themes and looks. With plenty of step-by-step instructions and helpful how-to illustrations, this book showcases an artful approach to design basics while outlining the fundamentals of quilting techniques. Best of all, it all comes in a user-friendly format with lay-flat binding and pattern sheets tucked into the front pocket.
176 pages, Hardcover
First published March 31, 2010
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March 13, 2019
although I was not excited about these projects I like the reminder that bigger is not better and the inspiration to enjoy small projects.
September 21, 2019
decent patterns. good instructions with some things not found in other quilting books with some tips and tricks. Definitely not a beginner book but doable with enough patience.
April 27, 2022
Great information nice designs
I really like how fast this book teach the broad world of quitting without going super deep into! Love history part of the ancient art of quilting too. The patterns some were for me, others no.. the only sad part is the pictures of the actual designs are not as good as I expected for a newbie quilter like me. Some of them are not shown whole and open, just like folded giving you a peek which I don't really like very much. Not being picky just honest!
I really like how fast this book teach the broad world of quitting without going super deep into! Love history part of the ancient art of quilting too. The patterns some were for me, others no.. the only sad part is the pictures of the actual designs are not as good as I expected for a newbie quilter like me. Some of them are not shown whole and open, just like folded giving you a peek which I don't really like very much. Not being picky just honest!
June 29, 2019
Interesting
Very detailed with a bit of history. I wish there were pictures included in the historic references section. It would have been nice to see what the author was referring to.
Very detailed with a bit of history. I wish there were pictures included in the historic references section. It would have been nice to see what the author was referring to.
January 22, 2019
Quite disappointed in the patterns provided. Not a single one grabbed my attention...
April 13, 2019
Full of distinctive styles & techniques
September 28, 2011
I am not a quilter, I don't have the patience to make a traditional full-sized quilt. But I like this book and I'm glad I bought it. There are so many cute and fun designs that make attractive decorative items and gifts. While they are meant to be mini quilts, they could easily be adapted for other things like bags, placemats and table runners. Templates are attached for the applique patterns, which you could use for any other sewing project.
The book provides basics on the tools needed and how-to's for different quilting methods, appliques and embroidery stitches - useful if you're unfamiliar with them. There are also written instructions on basting and quilting, which would perhaps have been more effective if accompanied by more diagrams, photos or a CD. I am an avid reader and information junkie who has read many quilting tutorials and watched quite a few quilting videos online, so I could follow most of the text instructions. But if you're new to quilting, you may easily get lost amid all those words.
If you've been making your own quilts - traditional ones - this book will challenge you to get out of your comfort zone. Most of the projects in here are not traditional; among them: a circus scene, a map quilt, a loopy quilt made of swirls of felt appliques, a raven in front of a window, a power line landscape. If you are not into unusual quilt designs, you probably won't enjoy this book.
The book provides basics on the tools needed and how-to's for different quilting methods, appliques and embroidery stitches - useful if you're unfamiliar with them. There are also written instructions on basting and quilting, which would perhaps have been more effective if accompanied by more diagrams, photos or a CD. I am an avid reader and information junkie who has read many quilting tutorials and watched quite a few quilting videos online, so I could follow most of the text instructions. But if you're new to quilting, you may easily get lost amid all those words.
If you've been making your own quilts - traditional ones - this book will challenge you to get out of your comfort zone. Most of the projects in here are not traditional; among them: a circus scene, a map quilt, a loopy quilt made of swirls of felt appliques, a raven in front of a window, a power line landscape. If you are not into unusual quilt designs, you probably won't enjoy this book.
September 14, 2010
Perfect for me. Sweet, small and quick projects. These ideas are great for gifts!
Whip up Mini Quilts
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December 29, 2010
I adore the writer and her blog. I won a free copy when she had a giveaway. These are exactly the type of quilts I have the time and patience for. They are fun and quirky, and best of all-mini, so they're quick and easy to "whip up". First up is the skull mini quilt.
April 4, 2010
I had hopes for better projects, but it inspires all the same.
January 6, 2011
There is a tie dye quilt I want to try in here.
August 18, 2011
Loved the variety, format (coil bound), photos & easy instructions. So many options from hand quilting to machine to embroidery, this book has it all. And in the mini format too. Loved it.
July 31, 2010
Cute cute cute! I want to make the treasure map one.
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