Overview

Stitch 16 stunning quilts and patchwork projects based on four underlying ""blueprints"" while learning skills to create your own original designs. Uncover the mystery of quilt design with Anna Maria's Blueprint Quilting. Celebrated fiber artist Anna Maria Parry demystifies her seemingly complex patterns and sumptuous color combinations as she breaks down her signature designs into accessible ""blueprints,"" or underlying structures. This accessible, visually inspiring book features:A behind-the-scenes glimpse into an expert quilt designer's processFour quilt blueprints and accessible projects for different skill levelsTechniques for intensifying details, adjusting colors, and scaling designs for endless possibilitiesInsight into planning and executing quilting and appliqué techniquesClear illustrations and photography for an inspiring and informative experienceQR codes linked to videos that further illuminate important techniques With easy-to-follow projects and insightful techniques for all levels of quilters, Anna Maria's Blueprint Quilting will empower your quilting journey as you infuse your creations with the beauty and inspiration found within Parry's extraordinary designs.

Full Product Details

Author:   Anna Maria Parry
Publisher:   Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Imprint:   Quarry Books
Weight:   0.953kg
ISBN:  

9780760389065

ISBN 10:   0760389063
Pages:   192
Publication Date:   05 December 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Introduction  PART 1 Art School  Braving the Elements: The Elements of Art  “Principles” Office: The Principles of Composition  Considering the Story  PART 2 Patchwork School  Material Choices  Tools of the Trade  Building Blocks  Appliqué Adventures  More Techniques  Finishing School  PART 3 The Blueprints  BLUEPRINT 1: GRAND CENTRAL  Do-Si-Do Quilt  Hedgerow Quilt  Spontaneity Quilt  Sheer Delight Window Panel  BLUEPRINT 2: TRIPTYCH  Roman Numerals Quilt Fence Line Quilt  Terrace Views Quilt  Sawtooth Tote  BLUEPRINT 3: KISS ON THE L IPS  Kaleidoscope Quilt  Basket of Flowers Quilt Open Borders Quilt  Rise and Shine Bab y Quilt  BLUEPRINT 4: COLOR STUDY  Dip Dyed Quilt  Time Travel Quilt  Conversations with Georgia Quilt  Adjusting Her Crown Collage  Templates  About the Author  Index 

Reviews

“Dazzling … Parry’s sophisticated artistic sensibilities set this apart from standard quilting manuals.” * Publishers Weekly STARRED Review * “A wonderful recommendation for quilters wanting to break with tradition and soar to new heights.” * Library Journal *

“Dazzling … Parry’s sophisticated artistic sensibilities set this apart from standard quilting manuals.” * Publishers Weekly STARRED Review *

Author Information

After graduating with a fine arts degree from the University of Tennessee, Anna Maria Parry opened Handmaiden, a clothing and housewares shop through which she sold her own line of clothing. She has partnered with more than two dozen manufacturers to design homewares, gift items, and textiles, including fabrics with FreeSpirit. She has authored three sewing books; publishes sewing, quilting, and needlework patterns; and teaches design, stitching, and patchwork. Anna Maria's paintings are in hundreds of private and commercial collections, and she has been featured in Artists Magazine. Anna Maria is the owner of Craft South, an online fabric and craft boutique. She also curates a collection of textiles in collaboration with a group of international artists (Anna Maria's Conservatory Craft). She lives in Franklin, Tennessee. Instagram: annamariahorner Facebook: AnnaMariaHornerStudio

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