Martingale & Company, in collaboration with Nine Patch Media, proudly presents the winning entries from the EQ6 Rose of Sharon block-design challenge! Chosen by judges Alex Anderson and Ricky Tims, these 12 blocks--plus a 13th specially designed by Sharon Pederson--are beautifully set on point in an inspiring quilt. We are proud to support the Alzheimer's Art Quilt Initiative. Discover more than 60 additional blocks from the Rose of Sharon challenge entries Find complete instructions for machine applique and quilt assembly View alternate settings and explore even more design possibilities

This collection of dreamy quilts bursts with fabrics from the scrap basket! Classic patchwork provides a backdrop for pretty flowers and twining vines, all made easy with machine applique. Learn two ways to prepare appliques, plus tips and tricks for setting up your machine for applique. Dozens of close-up photos and tips reveal secrets for mingling antique-style fabrics ranging from blushing pinks and soft purples to rich golds, reds, and browns. From small wall quilts to lap-sized designs, this bouquet of quilts is simple to sew--yet so extraordinary, the quilts you make will be handed down from generation to generation.

Hundreds of quilt blocks from today's top designers! Quiltmaker magazine has long been regarded as the place to find blocks that range from innovative to traditional, whimsical to sophisticated, classic to unique! Now, these blocks are together in Quiltmaker's 1,000 Blocks. This comprehensive guide covers every block-making approach including applique, foundation-pieced, mixed techniques and pieced. It also features settings and yardages for turning your blocks into beautiful quilts, and quilt-making techniques for easy reference. The editors of Quiltmaker magazine have compiled an extensive block collection that is sure to be a quilter's best friend!

Hundreds of quilt blocks from today's top designers! From innovative to traditional, whimsical to sophisticated, classic to unique, Quilter's 1,000 Blocks is filled with ideas for your next project! This comprehensive guide covers every block-making approach including applique, foundation-pieced, mixed techniques and pieced. It also features settings and yardages for turning your blocks into beautiful quilts, and quilt-making techniques for easy reference. This extensive block collection is sure to be a quilter's best friend!

The ultimate beginner's handbook! Sew 36 quilt blocks with ideas and methods for setting the blocks into a quilt.

Stitch this stunning sampler quilt and discover the special meaning behind 21 traditional, time-honored block patterns. Inspired by the world's most beloved biblical themes, this beautiful quilt features geometric-style designs that represent stories from the Bible, block by block. Block themes such as Solomon's Puzzle, Job's Tears, Joseph's Coat and Garden of Eden will inspire you to celebrate favorite Bible passages in fabric. A dramatic appliquéd Rose of Sharon border will attractively frame your quilted masterpiece.

The best available book on quilt making — a complete, easy-to-follow guide. Includes full-size patterns for making 46 traditional quilts, 150 other basic patterns for making your own designs, and over 480 helpful illustrations.