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Adorable Animal Quilting

20+ Charming Patterns for Paper-Pieced Dogs, Cats, Turtles, Monkeys and More
By Ingrid Alteneder
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Adorable Animal Quilting by Ingrid Alteneder teaches craft lovers the simplified method of paper-piecing to create easy and charming quilt designs. The book offers 20 different animal pattern-blocks, from cats and dogs to koalas and hippos, guiding readers through sewing basics and fabric alignment. With step-by-step instructions and clear visuals, the book suits all skill levels and includes guidance on essential materials, enabling the creation of professional-looking quilted projects.
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This book is ideal for quilting beginners and enthusiasts alike, as well as craft lovers seeking a fun and relaxed project. It is suitable for anyone who enjoys creative sewing, including families looking for a shared activity or individuals aiming to enhance their quilting skills with adorable animal motifs.

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Learn to make cute and colorful quilting blocks from easy-to-follow paper patterns, with step-by-step instructions from textile designer Ingrid Alteneder.

Learn to make cute and colorful quilting blocks from easy-to-follow paper patterns, with step-by-step instructions from textile designer Ingrid Alteneder.

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Adorable Animal Quilting uses the simplified method of paper-piecing to teach craft lovers how to make easy, fun quilt designs. Readers will learn quilting and sewing basics while creating a plethora of cute, lovable animal pattern-blocks along the way.

Ingrid Alteneder, pattern designer, quilting instructor and founder of Joe, June and Mae, has created 20 different paper outlines that seriously streamline the process of making quilted blocks. Each outline shows readers how to align different fabrics, the measurements necessary for each piece, and where to cut and sew materials. No matter your skill level, this book will help you produce professional looking, high-quality, charming quilted patterns with Ingrid's step-by-step instructions and helpful visual aids.

Ingrid guides you through what materials you will needβ€”both the common household items and the experienced quilting toolsβ€”to set readers up with all the necessary materials to design beautiful patterns for years to come. With animal designs ranging from cats and dogs, to koalas and hippos, to turtles and dolphins, everyone will quickly find a favourite project to embark on.

Whether you're looking for an activity the whole family will love, a relaxing solo craft project, or trying to enhance your quilting game, Adorable Animal Quilting will help you get there.

This book will have 20 projects and 20 photos (plus step-by-step instructions).

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Publishers Weekly calls it "an enthusiastic primer" perfect for quilters seeking a challenge and describes the blocks as 'cute, colourful.' Alice Hadley, editor of Love Patchwork & Quilting, praises the sweet animal blocks as "the perfect way to add character to your quilts." Mathew Boudreaux, a quilting creator, highlights the well-written instructions and clever designs as essential for foundation paper piecing enthusiasts. Jasmin Eisenbeiser, editor of Patchwork magazine, notes Ingrid Alteneder's unique style and bright fabric combinations that bring the cute animal world to life quickly.

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ISBN: 9781645670582

Publisher: Page Street Publishing Co.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 August 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Page Street Publishing Co.

Illustration: 20 (plus step-by-steps)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 208.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 504g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Ingrid Alteneder is the creator of Joe, June and Mae, where she designs and sells unique quilting patterns, and offers tutorials on sewing them. Before that, Ingrid worked in the fashion industry. She currently lives in Dietzenbach, Germany.

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