Making Quilts with Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession: 21 Authentic Projects

by Kathy Doughty

Overview

“Quilters will learn to push the limits of color and print combination with a flair from ‘down under’ . . . surprisingly pleasing results” (American Quilt Retailer).

Stating that each quilt is but a starting point for a new quilt, this joyful book Making Quilts with Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession showcases 21 patterns inspired by the intense colors of Australia and invites you to recreate them in your own voice. Author Kathy Doughty encourages you to discover what appeals to you in each quilt. To help you define your own style, each quilt pattern is outlined by three exploratory tips regarding concept, technique, and fabric choices. Simply follow the easy guidelines and let your instincts make your choices.

• 21 inspiring projects grouped in three categories: Optical Illusions, Tradition with a Twist, Folk Art Inspiration
• Patterns are designed in a variety of styles to appeal to any sewist no matter what her taste
• Learn how to make good decisions relating to color value and contrast for balanced impact

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781607059486
Publisher:	C & T Publishing
Publication date:	07/30/2021
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	144
File size:	37 MB
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About the Author

Kathy Doughty Bio: Kathy Doughty began making quilts more than twenty years ago, after a move to Australia with her family. She opened a patchwork shop in 2003 and eventually developed the popular Material Obsession shop with her husband, John. Kathy lives in Sydney with her family. materialobsession.typepad.com

Table of Contents

IntroductionXXThe Quilt ShopXXOptical IllusionsXXKaffe FanfareXXSoul SearchingXXFracturedXXRed CenterXXMarquee DiamondsXXUzbek PatchesXXTurkish CrushXXTraditionwith a TwistXXDoves in the WindowXXChanceXXSunburstXXFairlawnXXPheasantvilleXXFireworksXXPickle DishesXXFolk ArtInspirationXXHidden WomanXXHarpervilleXXFolk Art BirdsXXWaggaXXGreenfieldsXXAntebellum BlingXXGarden PartyXXAbout the AuthorXX

Editorial Reviews

I love books that not only offer great patterns, but inspire each individual's creative soul. Some people need encouragement that, yes, they do each have their own creative soul and that is what Making Quilts with Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession does so well. Quilters will learn to push the limits of color and print combination with a flair from "down under." Many of the quilts are a visual cacophony with surprisingly pleasing results. Then there is the strikingly simpler "Wagga" on page 123. A wonderful opportunity to let a few fabrics (perhaps even recycled fabric) humbly harmonize together.

September 2013 American Quilt Retailer