Picture Patchwork: 15 Charted Patterns for Novelty Quilts (Landauer) Create Unique Quilting Blocks from Gridded Patterns, Including Hearts, Flowers, Butterflies, a Christmas Tree, and More

Create simple, eye-catching quilts with easy squares!How these patterns work: Each design in Picture Patchwork is created using easy-to-follow, gridded charts that show exact color placement, allowing quilters to build images block by block using simple squares. Rather than traditional cutting templates, you'll follow visual charts similar to cross-stitch graphs, making these projects especially approachable and flexible.15 unique patterns by quilter Jo Ann Lepore, each presented in a pixelated concept easy for quilters to followChart-based construction uses visual grids instead of templates, making designs easy to customize and scaleTurn traditional blocks into motifs including Single Heart, Double Heart, Christmas Tree, Potted Flower, Swan, Butterfly, and moreLearn techniques including nine-patch, sawtooth, and other simple blocks for interestExpert insight on basic quilting instruction and guidance on selecting fabrics that enhance the projectsPerfect for pre-cut squares, these charted patterns work great with charms, mini-charms, and stash fabricsQuilters are forever looking for dynamic designs, especially ones that are both simple and eye-catching. All 15 featured Picture Patchwork designs can be made with simple squares — the most basic shape of all!Going beyond simple squares, the author has also provided some additional optional touches with nine-patch, half-squares, and sawtooth, plus a few appliqué flourishes. In creating these novelty quilts, Jo Ann took her inspiration from cross-stitch graphs using a pixelated approach, which follows charts for color and placement. These are ideal for using pre-cuts (charms and mini-charms) as well as stash fabrics, so nothing will keep quilters of all skill levels from tackling any of the designs!You can even sprinkle in some of your own creativity if you like. Depending on the fabric you choose, these charted designs can take on a modern spin or be utterly traditional.The perfect gift for quilting enthusiasts, Picture Patchwork will have you looking at the endless supply of cross-stitch grids through a quilter's eye! Read more