Applique Books

This is the book version of our popular Block of the Month Program! Designed by Roxy Burgard, each butterfly is set on point and surrounded by four colorful batik fabrics. There are 12 different butterfly blocks, named after real butterflies. Instructions are given for creating 12 different quilt blocks set into a beautiful 48” x 60” wall quilt. Creative Ideas for additional projects include a project for a matching pillow and table runner. Bonus materials about butterflies and batik fabrics are also included. Author: Roxy Burgard and Rachel Greco; Patti-Ann Publications; softcover.

Using the traditional red and green coloration of the 1840s, Seasons Remembered, designed by Jane Davis, features the fine buttonhole stitch applique that 19th Century women used to showcase their needle skills. There are 12 stunning, traditional applique designs (suitable for 18" blocks) in this spectacular series, plus a finishing pattern that includes the leaf border. Full-sized patterns, plus instructions for both traditional and fusible web methods of applique are included. Author: Patti-Ann Publications; softcover pattern pack.

Now in spiral bound book form, Grandpa’s Farm is a delightful look back to boyhood summers on the farm. Inspired by a visit to relatives in Kansas, this Calico Hills Farm quilt contains 14 individual 12" blocks, plus one large center panel featuring the barn. Finished is quilt is approximately 72" x 90". Book includes full size pull-out patterns for the middle panel.

The Overall Boys are here! Suspender Sam, Overall Bill, Fisherman Fred, Farmer Ted, and others are all featured in 12 traditional applique blocks to complement our Sunbonnet Sue quilt. Each month you receive the pattern and fabric needed to complete one 12" quilt block. Whether you choose to make this with traditional or fusible web applique, we think you will enjoy creating this quilt. A Finishing Kit to turn it into a gorgeous quilt is available at the end of the program. Completed quilt measures approximately 57" x 72". Shipping is included in the price of the monthly blocks.

Here are Sunbonnet Sue designs that you can create using Redwork or Applique. You’ll find her in overalls, playing marbles, ice skating, riding a tricycle and much more--all with her lovable Scottie at her side. Sue’s activities help you create nostalgic pieces inspired by typical childhood activities of the 1940s and 50s. Author: Suzanne Zaruba Cirillo; Martingale Press; 80 pages; softcover.

Follow Sunbonnet Sue as she goes about her chores in this creative interpretation of a quilt lover’s classic. Originally designed by Pat Smith as a Block of the Month program for Grandma’s Attic, all 12 blocks are included in one convenient package. Easy-to-follow instructions for both traditional and fusible web applique methods are included. Author: Pat Smith; Patti-Ann Publications; softcover.

This beautiful Basket Sampler, featuring twelve traditional style basket blocks, filled with a variety of festive, fragrant flowers, is a favorite for both beginning quilters and confident applique artists. Designed by Jane Davis as a teaching tool, the simple template shapes allow you to successfully use traditional or fusible web applique. There are easy-to-follow instructions with full-sized templates. Finished quilt measures 66" x 84". Book contains all 12 blocks plus finishing instructions and a bonus section on the Language of Flowers during the Victorian Era.

This folk-art sampler quilt is chock-full of summer time fun. There are 14 different block designs, including trees, houses, chickens, flowers, birds, vines, baskets, bee skeps and more. Needle turn applique is used to create the project. You can turn individual blocks into pillows, wall quilts, table toppers and more--or put them together for a queen sized quilt. Author: Jan Patek; Martingale Press; 24 pages, plus pull-out patterns; softcover.