The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making: 15 Projects Inspired by Everyday Beauty - Hardcover

by Jane Brocket (Author)

The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making is a charming, inspirational and practical collection of 15 quilts for would-be quilters by leading author Jane Brocket.

In this imaginative quilting book, Jane introduces readers to 15 quilts inspired by moments, places and objects from our world. There's a Lisbon Tile Quilt, inspired by Portugese décor, a Floral Frocks Quilt inspired by summer garden party dresses, and a Suits and Ties Quilt reusing sober woollen suiting contrasting with extravagant silk ties designed in an Irish Chain.

The practical section covers all the knowledge you'll need - from chain-piecing, hand-quilting and sandwiching to binding, storage and caring for your quilt. Armed with theses design techniques, embark on your quilting journey and begin creating your own personal masterpiece.

Featuring stunning inspirational photography throughout, in The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making you will discover how to quilt and design with confidence and create totally unique quilts for family and friends.

Author Biography

Jane Brocket is a quilter, knitter, bookbinder, reader, baker and author of a number of books including: The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making, The Gentle Art of Domesticity; Stickiest, Fluffiest, Crunchiest, and Spotty Stripy, Swirlty.