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| 90-Minute Quilts: 15+ Projects You Can Make in an Afternoon | 
 enlarge | Author: Meryl Ann Butler
Publisher: Krause Publications
Category: Book
List Price: $24.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (16 reviews)
Sales Rank: 36309
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Spiral-bound
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 160
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 8.7 x 8.1 x 1
ISBN: 0896893251
Dewey Decimal Number: 746.46041
EAN: 9780896893252
ASIN: 0896893251
Publication Date: December 6, 2006
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Product Description
If you have always wanted to try quilting but didn't think you had the time, or if you've been quilting for years and want a fun break from complex projects, then 90-Minute Quilts is just the book for you! Through easy-to-follow timesaving techniques and the use of tested tools, author Meryl Ann Butler shows you how to stitch up everything from four-patch pillows and wall hanging to crib-size baby quilts and larger snuggle/lap quilts. In the time it takes to watch a feature film, you can now create a lovely keepsake to give as a gift or cherish in your own home. Now that's 90 minutes of pure entertainment! See what other have to say about 90-Minute Quilts "Meryl Ann has covered all the bases. Here is everything you need to know about making a quilt -- and turning it out in records time! In fact, how better could you spend 90 minutes? There's something here for everybody, so get out your needle and thread and fabric and get going!"
~ Virginia Avery
Designer, author and teacher "No time to quilt? Meryl Ann says it's not a problem."
~ Jean Ray Laury
Designer, author and teacher "Meryl Ann's clever timesaving techniques and step-by-step instructions are perfect when looking for a quick and easy project!"
~ Donna Wilder
President, FreeSpirit Fabric Stitch a quilt in 90 minutes? Yes you can! Meryl Ann's innovative methods make it easy and fun -- even for beginners. In fact, proud contributors to this book include young quilters, ages 8 and 10, who gained confidence through their quilting success. Caution, though, quilters of any skill level will find these techniques so much fun they won't be able to stop at just one!
~Clotilde
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| Customer Reviews: Read 11 more reviews...
 In some places the book falls short... December 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
There are times when I really love this book and other times when I think, "Oh, that is too bad."
First, the reason why they called it 90 minute quilts is because there are little (four block) wall hangings and doll quilts in here. If you are looking to really better understand chain piecing you need a different book. I do not think anyone can match Eleanor Burns when it comes to time saving tips. I may have been a little spoiled from her books.
Second, I don't care for the way binding is addressed in the book. Two ways are taught and for me they leave out the best method. Folding over the backing fabric to do a self binding will not hold up as well as a double fold binding and quilts used by kids get dragged a lot. Bias binding is not necessary unless you are doing a scalloped edge. A straight cut of fabric will work just fine to make a double fold binding for a straight quilt. Too bad they left that one out.
Third, it doesn't explain how not to get the thread nest on the back of your machine quilting when you first start stitching and I think that is so important in getting a nice finished product. Hold your bobbin thread or stitch on a scrap piece of fabric first and do not cut the threads, just leave it dangling and start your stitching. Otherwise you have a nest of bobbin thread messing up your backing. Also back stitching is not the preferred method of machine quilters, they stitch a couple tiny stitches at the start and stop of each time they quilt. Back stitching is not as neat looking on a finished product.
Fourth, I didn't like the quality of the bag/pouch projects in the book as they have raw edges exposed. It doesn't take that much more time to use pinking shears/serge or make a lined bag. Please do not use a fabric that ravels easily. We are skimping on the quality of the finished project and failing to teach good sewing construction.
Fifth, Some of the quilts do not pop as much as they could because they lack the contrast of using fabrics with different color values. It really stands out if your trip around the world just looks like a scrap quilt because it blends together too easily.
Sixth, although the quilt as you go method looks faster I think some more detailed information about pinning all those layers in place might be in order.
I liked this book because it is KID FRIENDLY. However, I liked Barbara J. Eikmeier books much better. This one will sit nicely on the self next to hers but in no way comes close to replacing it.
Too bad the two of these ladies couldn't put a book together with Eleanor Burns. That would be one awesome book.
In all it is a cute book but it could have been so much better. I do think it has a lot of kid appeal so I am going to give it a break on the rating. It does have some great tips on teaching kids how to quilt.
Great book for beginners November 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Although I'm not a beginning quilter by any means, I do keep books like this for myself if I need something quick and for friends who want to try quilting for themselves. This is one of better project books but I doubt that even I could do one of them in 90 minutes - maybe 3-4 hours. It has some really neat projects in it and some really cute quilts. I use it more as a resource than anything else.
The best ever book. November 5, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
November 4, 2008. I received this book today. This is a wonderful book for the novice and medium quilter. I've been making quilts for several years, and I find this book to be written with clarity, and the pictures are great. I've never been disappointed with any of my purchases from Amazon. Thank you.
Quick and Easy Projects! September 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
There are so many projects and they all look very easy to complete. Every detail is explained with pictures from design to binding so you can create a quilt in a very short amount of time. And the books has wire-spiral binding so it stays open to the page you need. Great book.
Great Intro Book for a Beginner Quilter August 21, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Highly recommended for a beginner quilter who wants to create a successful project the first time around. The basic lessons are clear, precise and generously illustrated to make the process easy and pleasurable to learn. You can see a skillful educator behind the creation of this book. I would think this is a good book to use with youngsters who want to learn to make quilts. The basic project and it's 15+ variations teach way to think about quilt design in way that would provide a solid foundation.
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