Big Stitch Quilting: A practical guide to sewing and hand quilting 20 stunning projects

by Carolyn Forster

Overview

Discover the art of big-stitch quilting with 20 beautiful and practical projects designed to inspire creativity and relaxation.

• Create Stunning Projects: Craft 9 unique quilts and 11 delightful gift items, including wrapping cloths, a Japanese knot bag, coasters, and more.
• Hand-Stitched Elegance: Explore tactile, visually striking designs inspired by Boro, Kantha, and Sashiko techniques.
• Step-by-Step Guidance: Enjoy clear instructions with detailed illustrations and photographs to guide you through each project.
• Comprehensive Techniques: Learn about materials, stitching methods, and finishing touches to master this meditative craft.

Perfect for beginners and experienced quilters alike, this guide is your go-to resource for embracing the beauty and simplicity of hand-quilting.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781782218210
Publisher:	Search Press
Publication date:	05/25/2021
Pages:	144
Sales rank:	550,555
Product dimensions:	8.56(w) x 11.06(h) x 0.42(d)

About the Author

Carolyn Forster started making quilts when she was a teenager and went on to study Textiles at the University of Bath. Since graduating, she has taught patchwork and quilting both in the UK and the USA and has had her quilts featured in a number of books and magazines, including Fabrications, Popular Patchwork and Patchwork and Quilting. Carolyn lives in Tunbridge Wells, UK with her husband and son.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

What is big stitch quilting? Historical and cultural examples of big stitch-style quilting 10

Tools & materials 14

Stitching the patchwork 18

Tacking/basting 22

Quilt designs 29

Quilting stitches 33

Binding 38

The Quilts 44

Navy Borders 46

Octagons 52

Swedish Bars 58

Fabric Stack 64

Stepping Stones 70

Every Last Piece 76

Scattered Flowers 82

Quilted Vines Mini Quilt 88

Dolly Quilt 92

The Gifts 96

Coasters 98

Furoshiki cloths 100

Kitchen table topper 104

Sewing roll 108

Ruby McKim tulip pillow 112

Knot bagg 116

Zokin 120

Hot water bottle cover 124

Golden pincushion 128

Lavender bags 132

Table centre 134

Templates 138

Index 144

Editorial Reviews

Handmade by Deb - June 2021

Learn how to hand quilt in the big stitch style! Carolyn Forster's brand new book Big Stitch Quilting: A practical guide to sewing and hand quilting 20 stunning projects is now out. Inside, the UK's expert quilter, master teacher and best-selling author introduces big stitch quilting - also known as utility quilting. Don't let the word utility mislead you - these quilts are beautiful.

This method of hand quilting uses longer stitches, thicker threads and a bigger needle to hold the layers of the quilt together. It makes the quilting process easier and therefore faster. The stitches add texture and visual appeal to the quilt. I love the distinct look of the stitching. The 20 projects in this book are quilted using a range of big stitches inspired by Indian kantha and Japanese sashiko and boro style stitching. This includes a selection of 9 quilts and 11 smaller projects. All are lovely.

The small projects are perfect for building your skills and confidence while using up scraps. You'll find patterns complete with measurements, requirements, fabric cutting and instructions. To make the process easy to follow, all methods are explained step-by-step, include diagram instruction and generous photography. All of them are beginner friendly. Full-size templates are provided. Big stitch quilting is ideal for the modern quilter who wants a handmade element with a quicker process.

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