September 2016
The thirteen quilts do not have a scrappy appearance. Thy are careful colour arrangements, all explained in the introduction on organising a fabric stash. Many quilts have large blocks 16" is a common, one quilt has 32" blocks. Some blocks have triangles with bias edges and Y seams. There are actual size templates to photocopy. Each quilt has clear suggestions for selecting colours. There are areas of neutral colours. These are complex patterns with small diagrams, the written instructions require close reading. It is suitable for an experienced quilter.
* British Patchwork and Quilting *
August/September 16
Sew 13 scrappy quilts with colour palettes so sophisticated, you wont believe theyre from scraps!
Blending the best of modern and traditional quilting, these projects pair fresh fabrics with classic block
designs and trusted techniques. Learn to organise your fabric and choose winning colour combinations.
Each quilt features design notes to help you get the look you want when shopping your own stash. Ideal
for confident beginners, these patterns will keep your waste to a minimum and your creativity to a maximum. WE LOVE: The sophisticated quilt designs for the confident beginner.
* Workbox: Be Creative *
Issue 22
Get scrap-busting with this fun and inventive collection of 13 quilts from Sandra Clemons, designed to make the most of the leftovers of gorgeous fabric that you're determined to find a use for. Each project marries the traditional with the modern to gorgeous effect, with striking colour combinations, engaging with patterns and large blocks. The book includes a handy and informative guide to selecting colour schemes and also advice on the most efficient way to your stash - there's even instructions on how to make your own stylish and practical fabric storage buckets! An ideal pick for confident beginners looking for a challenge, these projects will enhance your skills while keeping your waste to a minimum and providing plenty of creative inspiration.
* Quilt Now *
April 2016
The arrival of this book is well timed. I don't knot if it is the feeling i should be spring cleaning, or that they are multiplying when my back is turned, but i have been looking with slight despair at my boxes of scraps. You know that feeling when it seems easier to buy more fabric to start a project rather than to have to go through the boxes? Well, Sandra Clemons' new book has made me want to do battle with my scrap boxes, and put them into action to create some new quilts.The first thing that caught my attention is that none of the projects in this book look like scrap quilts (I have nothing against this look, but already have a stack of quilts that would be classed as having a scrappy palette' so don't need anymore). Instead the collection of quilts each have a lovely cohesive look to the way they have been out together. Each project starts with an author listing her 'design thoughts' where she analyses her colour scheme, talks about the design and relates it to using scraps. I found it interesting reading the thought process which was a reminder for me although a quilt may be made from 'just scraps' with a bit of thought and attention they can be transformed into something beautiful and unique
* Popular Patchwork *
April 2016
Blending the best of traditional and modern quilting, these 13 projects pair fresh fabrics with classic block designs and trusted techniques. Each quilt has design notes to help you get the look you want and the book is ideal for confident beginners. The patterns will keep your waste to a minimum and your creativity to a maximum.
* Machine Knitting Monthly *
