The Calico Cat - Applique Books

Appliqué Books

Precious Sunbonnet Quilts

by Betty Alderman

Rediscover the charm of this endearing favorite!
- Graced with anew attitude sometimes sweet, sometimes jaunty, this appealing little character takes on a new life in these original designs.
- Appliquéd and embroidered sunbonnet figures appear in a fresh and compelling fashion, perfect for all appliqué enthusiasts, fitting for every season.
- Never out of style, use these sunbonnet girls in blocks, as a border, or as part of a scene. Redwork, appliqué and drawn-in details provide fresh interpretations of this every-popular quilting companion.

$ 24.95

Fruit Salad

by Bea Oglesby

Appliqué Designs for Delicious Quilts

Appliqué artist Bea Oglesby presents a new collection of her original designs - 27 different fruits, grouped into 4 quilts by categories: berries, citrus, exotic and common fruits. Also included are Bea's own refreshing recipes for serving fresh fruit. as Bea says, five servings of fruit a day simply is not enough!

$ 24.95

Claire's Cats

by Darcy Ashton

Various methods of appliqué covered in the charming book.

$ 22.99

Strippin' Along
Appliqué Quilts on a Roll

by Donna Kinsey and Linda Rocamotes

If you love quilting with fast and fabulous strips and thrill to the added zing of appliqué, this book is for you!

With simple techniques, you will proudly finish exciting quilts, table runners, and small pieces that your friends and family will treasure for years to come.

Using a dazzling array of 2-1/2" fabric strips, you can quickly assemble your quilt. Use a "jelly Roll" collection of pre-cut strips for coordinated fabrics or cut your own strips from "fat quarters" or from your stash.

Then, finish your project by adding appliqués of beautiful blossoms and gorgeous birds. The easy appliqués are stunning and simply executed. A touch of zig-zag, stitching and appliqué create a glorious finish that you can proudly call your own.

Check out our pages with Jelly Rolls and Charm Packs!

$ 19.99

Quilted Fairie Tales Book

by Linda M. Poole

Appliquéd fairies come to life with your favorite appliqué method. Full-sized patterns and instructions for freezer-paper techniques are given, with helpful hints dusted throughout the pages.

$ 19.95

As the Crow Flies

by Edie McGinnis

As the Crow Flies is the featured quilt in this project book by Edie McGinnis. The quilt uses both pieced and appliqué techniques and is done in a primitive style and color range. Elements from the quilt are also used in a variety of small projects such as pillows, needlepunch, place mats and tea towels.

$ 14.95

Sweet Inspirations

by Pam Manning

Author Pam Manning presents her favorite things in life, depicted in this beautiful example of folk-art, primitive style of quilting. It is all about country living and American small-town life. The delightful designs and big-stitch style of quilting are inspiring. Special highlights include the block dedicated to Warren Kimble's "Round Barn" and wall hangings of the four seasons.

$ 14.95

Birds of a Feather

by Barb Adams and Alma Allen
Blackbird Designs

Barb and Alma's love of nature is often reflected in their quilts. Now they feature one of their favorite backyard birds in each of the blocks in the main quilt. The blocks are of varied sizes and come together beautifully to show off their artistry in this stunning quilt.

Barb and Alma offer their signature whimsical projects along with their lovely quilts. A cross-stitched purse, pillows, needlepunch pictures and a pincushion are just a few of the quick and easy items you will want to make.

$ 24.95

Machine Appliqué Made Easy

by Jean Wells

Learn machine appliqué in 6 fast and easy projects. All the basics for beginners, from one of the best-loved quilt teachers in America. Learn to use freezer paper and fusible web for easy, gorgeous appliqué. 37 full-size appliqué patterns feature leaves, berries, flowers, animals, and more. Mix and match patterns for quilts and pillows.

$ 19.95

Ultimate Appliqué Template Paper
Easy to use, easy to trace, easy to release, safe for use in Ink Jet Printers only. Use for traditional appliqué, needle turn appliqué, English paper piecing, foundation paper piecing. Contains 25 sheets - 8-1/2" x 11".
$ 6.99