| Crazy Quilt Decor | 
 enlarge | Authors: Marsha Michler, J. Marsha Michler
Publisher: Krause Publications
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (3 reviews)
Sales Rank: 977343
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 144
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 10.6 x 8.1 x 0.4
ISBN: 0873497651
Dewey Decimal Number: 746.46041
EAN: 9780873497657
ASIN: 0873497651
Publication Date: May 7, 2005
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Product Description
Quilters will follow the author's innovative techniques and step-by-step instructions for creating over 50 crazy quilt home decor projects in popular themes such as Oriental, Victorian, folk art, country, western and whimsical. Featuring an excellent selection of projects for the home, including small quilts, window treatments, chair and table covers, pillows, baskets, picture frames and lampshades, this book is well worth the investment. Quilters will learn several methods of crazy quilting, including topstitch applique, confetti piecing, the antique method, one-layer topstitch applique, the heirloom method, the collage method and the stained glass method.
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 Boring June 19, 2006
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
For me, this book was a snooze. I think the question is "can someone really write a book on this topic". I guess, according to other readers on this site, the answer is yes, but personally, I didn't see anything in this book that was new and inspiring and most of the project ideas don't look that good in fiber craft anyway...frames, mirrors, vases, buckets, coasters, napkin rings-all of these items are better decorated in more durable mediums (clay. wood, paint, etc).
The other ideas (pillows, wall hangings, throws, and totes) are pretty ordinary and the only projects I saw worth noting (the curtain and pull ornament... were shown in unattractive designs.
Of course, this is purely subjective. Other people liked this book, but I did not.
I don't think it is practical to use crazy patchwork quilting in heavy-handed decorating,period. It is just too much.
Other the other hand, if the author had tried a different approach to presenting the material, it would of been a lot better. Instead of offering chapter headings like asian, western, and whimsical themes, the writer could of taken this book in the direction of seasonal decorating like for the holidays and special events. Patchwork does look interesting if used as a accent and if projects were shown for holiday items such as tablecloths, ornaments, chair covers, advent calenders, and centerpieces, this could of been a good book. Other projects that I would of liked to see are items for baby showers, birthdays, and weddings.
I just didn't find this book to be very useful. Just my opinion.
 Wow!!! April 21, 2005
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
Marsha Michler's groundbreaking new Crazy Quilt Decor is a must-have for quilters and decorators! Beautifully photographed and with complete, detailed instructions, it takes the art of quilting beyond the domain of ho-hum blankets to a limitless array of decorative items - vases, coasters, mirrors, baskets, purses, bathmats... all genuine works of art that would enliven and enhance any home. Ms. Michler's use of color, form, materials and pattern is simply stunning, her sense of whimsy absolutely delightful. There is an innate cheerfulness in her creations that just makes you want to smile. If you're not a quilter and just like decorating, get this book and find a quilter!
More Stars Please!! April 20, 2005
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is a ten star book suitable for beginners as well as master quilters with its easy to follow, detailed instructions and patterns. Crazy Quilt Decor is packed cover to cover with clever one-of-a-kind projects which are beautifully photographed in full-color. This is a wonderful starter book for someone just trying their hand at Crazy quilting since there are many small projects to make such as a pillow or wall hanging. Overflowing with imaginative ideas and lots of great information, Marsha Michler's Crazy Quilt Decor is an awesome addition to any craft or quilting library. I highly recommend it.
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