The Appliqué Book by Casey York; Stash Books (C&T Publications) $26.95 (print) $18.99 (ebook)
160 Pages
16 Designs
21 Innovative Designers
We first were introduced to Casey York way back in 2012 when she submitted quilts to us in our very first year. Believe us when we say we knew back then that Casey had something special.Next she presented us with her first book Modern Appliqué Illusions. We are smitten with her enthusiasm and joy in presenting her books and quilts.
The Appliqué Book dedication speaks of the entire team of people contributing to the book including Rossi Hutchinson, Lynn Harris (We Sew 2 Contributor), Luke Haynes, Latifah Saafir, Kevin Kosbab, Betz White, Bari J Ackerman, Sarah Fielke, Carolyn Friedlander, Denyse Schmidt, and so many more.
The format of the book is a little bit different, combining patterns with profiles of quilters who use various appliqué techniques in their work. Not only does this offer insight into the technique, it allows us to see what the quilters use in their own work. This is essential a “giving of permission” to try something new, combine techniques, to be brave.
In Cindy Lammon‘s Forward to the book it is this bravery that captured Cindy’s attention in getting to know Casey. Casey is willing to try the technique while remaining true to the Modern Style of quilt making that she loves so much. By exploring a variety of techniques this gives the greatest amount of options for our own quilts. We can find the appliqué technique that suits us best. And we’d daresay try each style, Basic Machine, Raw Edge, Turned-Edge, Reverse, Bias-Tape, and Free-Form more than once to get a real feel for the technique.
Shannon Brinkley’s Migrations Quilt Sampler is a whole new, rather exciting take on flying geese, employing a variety of appliqué techniques. That Shannon’s binding has a different color on one corner gives the quilt a little bit of fun and whimsy.
Oh! and remember making paper chains? Debbie Grifka certainly does and has make a quilt with this lovely childhood reminder. Debbie makes great use of bias tape makers, making the paper rings shapes possible. Oh the endless fun we can have.
Astrid, by Lynn Carson Harris is quite the stunner and a wee bit of a surprise. The photo doesn’t do this quilt justice with the reverse appliqué, a minimalist approach with a dynamic, and stunning effect. The little pops of color on the Peacock blue background gives all new meaning to a little bit goes a long way.
Now, of course we have an opportunity to win a copy of The Appliqué Book. US winners will receive a hard copy of the book; international an e-book. Simply let us know your favorite topping for pizza. Yes, Q-bies, you read that correctly. What’s your favorite pizza topping. We will choose a winner on Thursday April 1st. And no, we promise it will not be an April Fools Prank.
Congratulations commenter #11 Folksmith, you’re the winner of the blog tour. We’ll be contacting you shortly!
Check out the rest of the blog tour here:
Mon. March 14:
Casey York
C&T Publishing
Tues. March 15:
Jenna Brand
Adrianne Ove/Pink Chalk
Wed. March 16:
Jenifer Dick
Pati Fried
Thurs. March 17:
Shannon Brinkley
Bari J.
Fri. March 18:
Debbie Grifka
Beth Vassalo | http://plumandjune.blogspot.com
Mon. March 21:
Latifah Saafir
Tues. March 22:
Lynn Harris
Kevin Kosbab
Modern Quilts Unlimited
Web. March 23:
Allison Rosen
Cindy Lammon
Thurs. March 24:
Rossie Hutchinson
Generation Q Magazine
Fri. March 25:
Betz White
Casey York
COMMENT #1
This book looks fabulous! No fooling!
COMMENT #2
Pepperoni is my favorite. Throw in some mushrooms and extra cheese and my taste buds are happy!
COMMENT #3
My fave pizza topping is mushrooms. Soooooooo good!
COMMENT #4
Hi, thanks for the opportunity to win a copy of the wonderful book. Haven’t done much applique before, but the patterns in the book have inspired me to take up reverse applique.
As for my favorite pizza topping….its buffalo chicken with blue cheese dressing! YUM!!
COMMENT #5
Pepperoni (and lots of cheese)!! Now I’m hungry!
COMMENT #6
Pineapple!
COMMENT #7
Such interesting design ideas. I love the modern look of the projects in this book.
COMMENT #8
My favorite topping is mushrooms sautéed in butter and pepper. Yum!
COMMENT #9
I love the cover quilt!
Pizza topping??? cheese, pineapple, peperoni
COMMENT #10
Kalamata olives!
COMMENT #11
Can’t wait to see the new Applique Book.
COMMENT #12
love this book as much as I love my pizza … Canadian bacon and hawiian pineapple without marinara sauce. just right! leftover? have it cold for breakfast!
COMMENT #13
My favourite pizza topping is bocconcini, prosciutto and rocket lettuce. Yum. Although I also love margherita pizza, which maybe reflects why I love the look of this appliqué book – some really simple but also lots of different options.
COMMENT #14
I love applique and can’t wait to find out more during the hop.
Thanks for a chance to win.
usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
COMMENT #15
My favorite pizza topping is artichoke hearts.
COMMENT #16
In addition to the usual sauce (BBQ is awesome) and cheeses, I like BBQ chicken!!
COMMENT #17
Very very cool ty ty for your input…….i do the theses quilts…. happyness04431@yahoo.com
COMMENT #18
For a pizza topping I like a pineapple & ham.
COMMENT #19
Pepperoni- boring, but tasty every time!
COMMENT #20
Mushroom, garlic, and spinach.
COMMENT #21
I can’t pick just one…..Sausage and Canned Mushrooms. YUM! kmcassie at gmail dot com
COMMENT #22
Bacon!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🙂
COMMENT #23
Bell peppers!
COMMENT #24
Double cheese, drippy gooey kind! Mushrooms next. ?
COMMENT #25
I love mushrooms! Just had pizza tonight! YUM!!
COMMENT #26
My favorite topping for pizza is pepperoni and cheese.
COMMENT #27
I love Italian sausage!
COMMENT #28
My favorite pizza topping is mushrooms for sure.
COMMENT #29
Canadian bacon and sauerkraut! So much better than it sounds! 🙂
COMMENT #30
Ham and Pineapple
COMMENT #31
Pepperoni
COMMENT #32
Favorite pizza topping would be cauliflower
COMMENT #33
My favorite pizza topping is spinach and ricotta cheese – no red sauce! The book looks interesting and fun.
COMMENT #34
Jalapenos