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BOOK: Lone Star Quilts & Beyond
Step-by-Step Projects and Inspiration

Author: Jan Krentz
Pages: 112
Page size: 8 1/2" x 11"
Publisher: C&T Publishing
Item Code: 4o4100
Weight: 1.19 lb
20% off: $19.96
MSRP: $24.95

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An exciting new look for Lone Star quilts! Explore the world of Lone Star quilts! Expert teacher Jan Krentz shows you how to use today's techniques to simplify this intricate design.

One of 6 Projects Included in Book

• 6 colorful projects to guide and inspire your creativity
• Rotary cutting saves you time, while imaginative additions such as appliqué and "designer diamonds" give these Lone Stars a fresh, updated look
• Everything you need to know to make the Lone Star quilt of your dreams, from fabric choices to finishing touches
• A gallery of eye-catching Lone Star quilts (24 quilts full-color)

"The Lone Star is a classic quilt, and I'm happy to see a new book on the subject. Jan has done an excellent job on bringing to the 21st century this classic design. Her techniques, quilt examples, charts and designs afford quilters a wonderful opportunity to explore new facets of this great pattern."
—Sharyn Craig, quiltmaker, author

Book Pictures 2 Quilts from the Inspiration Gallery

"Jan Krentz's new book is not only beautiful, it is one of the most complete books ever written about Lone Stars. A profusion of gorgeous quilts inspires the reader, and Jan then supplies an array of drawings and diagrams to simplify the process. If you EVER intend to make a Lone Star quilt, you need this book. If you NEVER intend to make a Lone Star quilt, this book may change your mind.
—Jean Ray Laury, quiltmaker, author

Book Pictures Inspiration Gallery

Book Table of Contents

Dedication	3
Acknowledgments	6
Introduction	7
Chapter 1
Lone Star Basics	8
Design Principles	9
Chapter 2
Fabric Selection	12
Essential Fabric Principles	12
Adding Fabric Zingers	12
Working with Pre-printed Theme Fabrics	13
Using Fabrics with Unique Fiber Content	13
Chapter 3
Design Options and Paste-ups	15
Design Areas	15
Worksheets and Design Inspiration	22
Gallery of Quilts	26
Chapter 4
Basic Lone Star Construction	50
Basic Supplies and Equipment	50
Working with the Design Paste-up and Fabric Placement	51
Cutting Fabric for the Central Star	51
Stack and Cut Diamond Strip Sets	54
Sewing Diamond Strip Sets into Units	55
Pinning for Accuracy - Positioning Pin Technique	55
Measuring for Setting Squares and Triangles	58
Constructing the Lone Star with Y-Seam Techniques	59
Simple Trapezoid Border	59
Chapter 5 - Star Projects
Safari	64
Dragonfly Pond	70
Tea Time	76
Remembrance	84
Spiral Lone Star	92
Summer Salsa	100
Chapter 6	106
Embellishment Supplies	106
Embellishment Techniques	106
Patterns	107
Index	111
About the Author	112

DVD: Jan Krentz Teaches You
to Make Lone Star Quilts

Author: Jan Krentz
Time: 60 minutes
Publisher: C&T Publishing
Item Code: 4O4100DVD
Weight: 0.4 lb
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MSRP: $20.95

  
Lone Star Book & Ruler Package
1. BK: Lone Star Quilts & Beyond by Jan Krentz
2. Rulers: Fussy Cutter Ruler Set / 45° Diamond Guide
Our Price: $41.92
MSRP: $49.90
Weight: 1.5 lb

Lone Star Book,
DVD & Ruler Package
with Jan Krentz

1. BK: Lone Star Quilts & Beyond
2. DVD: Teaches you
3. Rulers: Fussy Cutter Ruler Set / 45° Diamond Guide
Weight: 1.60 lb
Our Price: $59.90
MSRP: $70.85

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Explore the world of Lone Star quilts! Expert teacher Jan Krentz shows you how to use today’s techniques to simplify this intricate design.

Jan Krentz is an award-winning quilter and designer, and has taught quiltmaking for almost 20 years. She lives in San Diego, California.

• 6 colorful projects - you’ll want to get started right away!
• Rotary cutting saves you time,
• Imaginative additions such as appliqué and “designer diamonds” give these Lone Stars a fresh, updated look
• Jan teaches you everything you’ll need to know to create the Lone Star quilt of your dreams, from fabric choices to finishing touche
• A gallery of eye-catching Lone Star quilts to inspire your creativity

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