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Perfect Points, Contemporary Hawaiian Appliqué by Maggie Davies has clear step-by-step diagrams & instructions for both right-handed and left-handed stitches. 14 eye-catching projects, most with full-size patterns.


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Perfect Points

Perfect Points
Contemporary Hawaiian Appliqué

Author: Maggie Davies
Pages: 112
Page size: 8 1/2" x 11"
Publisher: Teamwork Craftbooks
Cover: Soft
Item Code: 4FF0716

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Over the past decade, Maggie has been designing contemporary Hawaiian appliqué patterns and has developed an easier method for successful appliqué. Her new proven techniques for creating perfect points guarantee success, no more frayed edges: just crisp, sharp points every time. She also takes the mystery out of those tiresome inward V-shapes, and shows you how to work invisible needle turn stitches. Whatever your level of experience, this book will encourage you to explore the endless possibilities for both traditional and contemporary appliqué designs.

Why not join Maggie in helping to perpetuate this unique art form known as Hawaiian appliqué?

  • full instructions for both right-handed and left-handed stitches
  • clear step-by-step diagrams
  • 14 eye-catching projects, most with full-size patterns
  • fascinating historical insights into the craft and its history
  • suggestions for further reading

Table of Contents

Foreword4Creating a one-sixth design37
Introduction5Needleturn appliqué43
A short history of Hawaiian appliqué 6Preparing to stitch43
A love of fine bedding6The basic technique44
The first Hawaiian quilting bee 7Making perfect points47
The birth of a new art form7Inward Vs48
Developing the craft8Curves50
Design sources10Embellishing and quilting52
A personal journey of discovery12Wawae Moa (Chicken feet stitch)52
Materials and equipment15Quilting53
Fabric15Projects55
Cutting mat and rotary cutter16New Beginnings (Ascot 2000)56
Non-slip ruler and square16Michael's Choice61
Thimbles16Mighty Oak62
Threads16Heart of Ivy64
Needles16Mountain Glory65
Scissors16Christmas Rose66
Fabric markers16Irish Fortune67
Basic sewing kit16Highland Guardian68
Other equipment16Glorious William69
Quilting frames16Dragon's Tail71
Color17Malvern Splendor72
Pattern layout18Ocean Blue76
One-eighth folds18Tissue Box Cover80
One-quarter folds20Anthurium Wall-Hanging85
One-sixth folds21Finishing techniques90
Preparation26Bias Blinding90
Designing a pattern26Piped cording91
Making a template 28Binding edges and mitring corners 93
Cutting the fabric29Envelope closure for cushions94
Folding the fabric30Sleeve attachment for a wall-handing 94
Preparing a design for stitching32Templates95
Creating a one-quarter design35Resources, Suppliers, Acknowledgments112


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