Fabled Flowers: Innovative Quilt Patterns Inspired by Japanese Sashiko and Origami Traditions

Lincolnwood, IL: Quilt Digest Press, 1997. 1st Signed Ed 4th Pr. Paperback. 4to. 272 Pgs.. Good. Fabled Flowers: Innovative Quilt Patterns Inspired by Japanese Sashiko and Origami Traditions by Kumiko Sudo. Published by Quilt Digest Press, Lincolnwood, IL, 1997. 1st Signed Edition 4th Printing. Paperback. No DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Good. Signed by author of half title page. Back pages warped, pages separate, templates & patterns in very good condition. 139 Pgs. ISBN 0844226459. LCCN 94-35649. The author creates a mesmerizing array of flower patterns, each accompanied by a sweetly and simply told tale inspired by memories of her childhood in Japan. The 30 quilt blocks combine the traditional arts of Sashiko, origami, and flower arranging for a dazzling 3-D effect never seen before in quilting. Each block is shown in full-color, showcasing the author's dramatic combinations of color and fabric and her fine needlework. Clear step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and templates allow quilters of all skill levels to recreate her spectacular designs in quilts of their own. Includes assembly instructions for 6 quilts; accurate, tested templates for all pattern blocks; diagrams and directions on folding fabric for origami effects; complete Sashiko patterns; and yardage guidelines with English and metric measurements. Description text copyright 2017 BooksForComfort. Item ID 32078.