A guide to creating a wide variety of projects using basic, traditional and contemporary applique techniques.

Includes: Two-hour applique, Two-hour beaded projects, Two-hour cross-stitch, Two-hour Mini-quilts, Two-hour nature projects, and Two-hour painted wood projects.

Forty quick-and-easy quilting projects make it possible to create the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list. Filled with homespun warmth and inspiration, these charming projects include heirloom-quality tree ornaments, pillows, decorative boxes, quilts of various sizes, and framed pictures -- all of which are sure to become treasured keepsakes. Featuring captivating full-color photographs that showcase each beautiful, quilted piece and a handy nine-step how-to section that offers all the instructions needed for every project, this festive and heartwarming collection is imbued with true Christmas spirit. From the whimsy of a Gingerbread Man ornament to the timeless message of a Peace on Earth pillow, these special gifts are as enjoyable to make as they are to receive.

Two hours are all you need for great results with the hottest new needlecraft -- silk ribbon embroidery. Get comfortable with the basic techniques and stitches, and then let loose with 200 gorgeous patterns complete with full-color photos of the finished work. From a pansy and diamond chain to an appliqued farmyard, the possibilities are limitless. Choose from flowers, fruits and vegetables, unusual designs, friendly sentiments, holidays, ribbon and applique, and dimensional applique -- each one diagrammed and coded in full-color for every stitch. The ultimate sourcebook for great-looking silk ribbon embroidery patterns.

Learn to easily and accurately baste shapes in place for needle-turn or machine applique--by working from the wrong side of the fabric. No marks on the front! This step-by-step book teaches the basics and beyond. Novice and experienced quilters alike will enjoy adding these applique techniques to their tool kits. Follow the easy-to-use lesson format with step-by-step photos; tips and hints appear throughout Master skill-building applique techniques, such as working with layered and overlapped appliques Create seven unique projects, including table toppers, wall hangings, and a beautiful banner

Designs are simple and versatile enough to make pillows, banners, book covers, and small quilts. Get instructions on equipment, 12 different stitches, and fabrics, threads, and battings, as well as tips on the pattern and placement diagrams. “Beautiful illustrations...a wealth of design ideas and concepts...ideal for making last-minute gifts that will be treasured for years.”—Clever Craft & Sewing.

The award-winning quilter and appliqué designer brings fine art principles to 12 stunning quilts in this surprisingly simple step-by-step guide. Casey York pushes creative boundaries in the quilting world with her graphic, contemporary designs and patterns. In Modern Appliqué Illusions, she combines easy quilting methods with the fine art secrets of depth and perspective to create modern quilted optical illusions. Though these sophisticated look like museum pieces, they are designed for everyday use. In Modern Appliqué Illusions, you will learn to create landscapes that recede into the distance, objects that look three-dimensional, even fish that seem to swim underwater—all with easy raw-edge appliqué and straight-line machine quilting! Hand stitching finishes the appliqué with a clean look that still has a handmade feeling.