Books - Fat Quarters/Pre-Cuts/Scraps

Quilters of every skill level can make the most of their fabric scraps with these stunning and trendy projects. These nine exceptional designs turn scraps into colorful and eye-catching quilts featuring modern versions of classic motifs. Softcover; 48 pages.

Second issue of the scrap-loving Lab Manual Series featuring 1 1/2" wide fabric strips/strings. Six more projects and plans for your favorite scrap strips. One thing is certain: the longer you quilt, the more scraps you are going to generate! Whether you are inspired by your scraps or overwhelmed by them, it's time to bring them together for some fresh and contemporary string projects.  Author: Tonya Alexander; Softcover; 37 pages.

Use traditional piecing skills to create tomorrow's heirloom quilts. You'll discover how to give your favorite blocks a scrappy, modern look with elegant and up-to-date versions of time-tested quilt designs from popular designer Amy Ellis. Learn a bit about the history behind each block as Amy re-imagines them as new classics. Build your confidence to "go modern" with Amy's bright and appealing designs that begin with traditional blocks Tips for using color and negative space ensure a modern look with the fabric from your stash Get handy hints, from Amy and other top designers, that will help you better understand what makes a scrap quilt successful. Author: Linda Causee; Softcover; 64 pages.

Welcome to structured improvisation, where there's a plan in place...but still plenty of room to play! Learn three methods for sewing together rectangles, squares, strips, and even the tiniest fabric scraps to create new yardage; then use the resulting scrappy fabrics in a dozen dazzling step-by-step quilt patterns. Start by working with just one color at a time to get the hang of improv piecing. Soon you'll progress to mixing colors and prints in scrap-packed quilts that will give a happy home to every piece of fabric you've ever saved! Author: Kelly Young; Softcover; 64 pages.

Bring the classroom into your sewing space as you learn from expert quilters how to get the scrappy look you love. Following the wildly popular Sisterhood of Scraps, author and designer Lissa Alexander has gathered more super-talented designer friends to share a dozen scraptastic quilt designs. Not feeling confident with color selection? Unsure of what fabrics to add to the mix? Want to know what makes a scrap quilt sing? Tips and tricks are inside for all this and so much more to help you make the most of your fabric stash! Lissa and her handpicked crew of "instructors" show you how to get an A+ (for awesome) on your next scrap quilts. Scrap School is in session! Lisa Bongean · Gudrun Erla· Sarah Huechteman · Susan Ache· Kim Diehl· Mary Etherington and Connie Tesene· Sherri McConnell· Amy Smart · Amanda Jean Nyberg; Softcover; 96 pages.

Stitch 18 petite quilts packed with style! Best-selling author Kim Diehl is at it again with spectacular, small, and scrappy projects. In the third book of her Simple series, Kim continues to delight you with helpful Extra Snippet tips, tried-and-true decorating ideas, and the many perks of pint-size projects. The 18 delightful projects feature traditionally pieced blocks, a sprinkling of Kim’s signature invisible machine appliqué, and even a bit of wool appliqué. Delve into your scrap basket and create triangle squares, flying geese, stars, and more to create stunning little quilts for your home.