Feathered Star Quilt Blocks I
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| Rating | : | 4.49 (974 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 096354229X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 54 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-09-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The patterns are written for rotary cutting and machine piecing. The smallest finishes at 12", the largest, at 38". Really Hard Blocks That Take a Long Time to Make Inside you'll find patterns for 10 Le Moyne –based Feathered Star blocks. Some are given in more than one size. Some of the stars in this book, like the Double and Triple Feathered Stars patterns, are "really hard and take a long time to make". All the blocks have a traditional look too them, but some are actually original blocks designed just for this book.
Marsha has been collecting the patterns for 20 years. . Marsha McCloskey is a well-known teacher, lecturer, and author of over twenty books on quiltmaking. These amazing quilt blocks have long been a benchmark of achievement for quiltmakers. In the 1800s, quilters often saved their best fabric and best work for these designs. She is best-known for her work with Feathered Stars, a group of intricate designs popular with
"Not for beginners - excellent resource for intermediate or up" according to P. Wales. This is an absolutely WONDERFUL book - a comprehensive resource for anyone who wants to learn how to piece a feathered star block. The book includes details for drafting your own feathered star blocks in any size. The book also includes templates and detailed information for cutting and piecing presized blocks (12", 15", 18", 2. Wow, What a Great Resource Janet Lee Wolfson I love this book! I have several of Marsha's pattern books, including her first Feathered Star book from back in the 80's, which I also love.The first section is on drafting Feathered Stars based on the LeMoyne (8-pointed) Star. The second section is on designing your FS quilt.There are extensive rotary-cutting instructions and. Five Stars Inspirational and very informative - Thank-You!
These amazing quilt blocks have long been a benchmark of achievement for quiltmakers. About the Author Marsha McCloskey is a well-known teacher, lecturer, and author of over twenty books on quiltmaking. In the 1800s, quilters often saved their best fabric and best work for these designs. . She is best-known for her work with Feathered Stars, a group of intricate designs popular with quilters who love piecing. Marsha has been collecting the patterns for 20 years