13 Feb The Modern Appliqué Workbook!
Have you ever tried appliqué and been frustrated by it and the results you got? Well, Jenifer Dick, author of The Modern Appliqué Workbook was too. But she kept at it and found a method that she loves and that works for her. Now, she is sharing that method with everyone! I think it is fantastic that Jenifer starts out her book by telling that story. I bet a lot of people can relate to her experience.
This book is packed with thorough explanations and lots of detail. Jenifer doesn’t just tell you what tools to use, she explains why. The book also includes lots of options and great discussions of threads and stitches and lots more.
And the projects are great! Most of them are fairly small, which I think is perfect for a book like this where you are trying new techniques. Reading the book had me itching to set aside my current projects and try one of hers, but I’m being good… for now.
But look, this little Fish quilt even has bias appliqué! Sigh…
Another of my favorites from the book is this Kisses quilt. Such a perfect baby quilt, but I can also imagine making a smaller mini quilt from the block.
Jenifer and Stash Books are giving away a copy of the book (international entries are welcome, but an international winner will receive an e-book)! So, leave a comment here by February 21 and I’ll pick a random winner. Please don’t forget to include your email address. You can’t win if I can’t find you!
Visit Jenifer at 42quilts.com and visit the others on the blog tour for more about the book and more chances to win! If you can’t wait, you can order an autographed copy of the book here or a regular copy here. Good luck!
SEW RED HOT
Posted at 00:36h, 27 FebruaryI'd love to learn a great method for applique. I have had too many bad experiences! thanks for the giveaway!
Karrie S
Posted at 18:08h, 21 FebruaryThanks for the chance to win! I would love a copy of this book to learn how to applique! ksmith8@emich.edu
Ellee
Posted at 11:23h, 21 FebruaryI'm eager to learn new techniques from Jenifer's book. — soparkaveataoldotcom
Pattie Crum
Posted at 21:26h, 20 FebruaryI need to do more applique, this might get me motivated.
quiltonia
Posted at 17:43h, 20 FebruaryThis is a "have 2 have" book so thanks for the drawing.
DanaK ~ WaterPenny
Posted at 15:28h, 20 FebruaryOh, I'll definitely have to check this out. thanks for sharing!
Diane
Posted at 04:36h, 20 FebruaryI'm trying to learn how to appliqué and this book looks great. Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
Sandra Cooper
Posted at 23:42h, 19 FebruaryI would love to have some more instruction on applique. I can relate to the frustration part of the story!
Amy
Posted at 22:21h, 19 FebruaryJust LOVE the modern quilt movement and would really enjoy seeing the applique in this book. Thanks for sharing your blog…always like to see what everyone is doing.
Lisa
Posted at 19:41h, 19 FebruaryI am really having fun on this blog hop finding all new inspiration from this book! Fingers crossed! Comlisajohnson(at)gmail.com great review!
Alicia
Posted at 13:21h, 19 FebruaryLove the fishy quilt and its quilting.
DebraKay Neiman
Posted at 06:28h, 19 FebruaryI am teaching myself to applique. I would love a copy of this book. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com
roberta mill
Posted at 19:09h, 18 FebruaryI love a chance to win! I keep thinking about an applique project and then I move on to a piecing project. Thanks!
nicolesender
Posted at 08:21h, 18 FebruaryI would love to win this book. I need to improve my applique technique!
Susan Stanton
Posted at 22:41h, 17 FebruaryWhat a nice review of the book. I'm like you, I want to put everything down and start an applique project.
yoyopattycakes at hotmail.com
Donna
Posted at 21:27h, 17 FebruaryWould love to learn a new technique that seems so versatile! Have seen such lovely appliqued pieces, but never had gotten the courage to really "go for it!".
Deborah
Posted at 19:45h, 17 FebruaryI want to do this! I feel I've mastered piecing and now I want to tackle applique. I hope I win!!
Doc S
Posted at 19:19h, 17 FebruaryI feel spring coming with these lovely examples. Wow!
mjb
Posted at 17:05h, 17 FebruaryI love that kiss quilt
Lo
Posted at 15:24h, 17 FebruaryI'm just beginning to explore modern appliqué, and this book would be a great help. Thank you for the opportunity to win!
Barb and Sharon
Posted at 05:14h, 17 FebruaryI'd love to learn an easier way to appliqué!
Barb@Witsend
Suze
Posted at 03:17h, 17 FebruaryThis looks like a fantastic book – thanks for a chance to win what appears to be an innovative book!
AMM
Posted at 02:13h, 17 FebruaryI have not tried appliqué but would love to. This looks like it would be a great resource.
Terry H.
Posted at 21:22h, 15 FebruaryI love the fish quilt. Love Jennifer and all she does. Winning this book would be fun. Thanks for being part of this blog hop.
Allison C
Posted at 19:53h, 15 FebruaryThis looks like such a fun book!
Jo
Posted at 19:06h, 15 FebruaryThe more I see of this book, the more I would love a copy! Thanks for the chance.
Sherry VF
Posted at 14:38h, 15 FebruaryThanks for the giveaway. I'd love to have Jenifer's applique book. svonfumetti at yahoo dot com
Ali
Posted at 05:54h, 15 FebruaryI am so nervous about applique! Not for wall quilts, but to use in real life? I'd love this book!
PT in SC
Posted at 04:44h, 15 FebruaryI love applique, always looking for new ideas…count me in…Thanks!
Lynn
Posted at 03:24h, 15 FebruaryI need major help with applique since I have started my dear jane and have never done applique before!
Cindy
Posted at 03:13h, 15 FebruaryLoving this book and the ideas in it. Please put me on the giveaway list!
scottylover
Posted at 02:58h, 15 FebruaryThis book looks intriguing! Please count me in!
Sandy A
Deb
Posted at 01:59h, 15 FebruaryCan't wait to see this book! Thanks-
Deb
Ginger
Posted at 22:39h, 14 FebruaryThis book looks great! Can't wait to see it in person
Newbie Jen
Posted at 19:47h, 14 FebruaryThis book looks fantastic. I really enjoyed her previous books too. I can't wait to see what else this one has in it.
Elisa
Posted at 18:45h, 14 FebruaryI would really like to get my hands on this book. It's great to learn new ways of doing something.
Jean
Posted at 16:38h, 14 FebruarySew much to learn, thanks for sharing
Beth
Posted at 15:35h, 14 FebruaryThis looks like a really fun book. And it's not often remarked upon, but I think Jennifer has a great sense of color–I get a lot of inspiration from the color choices in her projects.
SIMPLESEW
Posted at 12:47h, 14 FebruaryI need this book for the modern touch…… Stop by my blog and share a love story and read others.. Happy Valentines..
Pam Schoessow
Posted at 11:33h, 14 FebruaryI love appliqué and I would live this book!
Tabitha Keener
Posted at 08:44h, 14 FebruaryCount me in, I really want this book! I love what I've seen so far, and I need schooled! 🙂 Thanks
tdkcarpenoctem@hotmail.com
Ellee
Posted at 06:21h, 14 FebruaryMy applique needs all the help it can get. This book would be of great benefit for sure. — soparkaveataoldotcom
Tami C
Posted at 06:21h, 14 FebruaryI love the look of applique so much and I'd love how to do it. I'm still a beginner and have just tried a little. Would love to win Jenifer's book! Thanks for the chance!
Hitch and Thread
Posted at 06:05h, 14 FebruaryI love applique but could do with some pointers.
Joni
Posted at 03:59h, 14 FebruaryI could really use Jenifer's book. Applique and I have never had a good project outcome! Thank you for the opp!
Love
Posted at 02:42h, 14 FebruaryThanks–would love to learn an easy way to do it. It seems like such a challenge!
A-Squared
Posted at 01:50h, 14 FebruaryLove the modern approach to appliqué. Looking forward to trying some of the techniques and designs.
Shar
Posted at 01:46h, 14 FebruaryThis looks like a great book. I have to do a quilt like this! sharshawns2(at)gmail(dot)com It is also in my profile.
tracy_a
Posted at 01:04h, 14 FebruaryThis looks like something I could really use – I'd love to see it in person!
Angelina S.
Posted at 00:27h, 14 FebruaryColor me intrigued!
figure8angel AT gmail DOT com
Parthena's Creative Life
Posted at 00:19h, 14 FebruaryI would love this book! How cool! parthena@wollen.com
Afquilt
Posted at 23:15h, 13 FebruaryWould love to win this book! Thanks for the chance!
Cat Lady
Posted at 23:02h, 13 FebruaryYou are right, the Kisses quilt is adorable. Thanks for the review and the chance to win.
Beth Buning
Posted at 22:51h, 13 FebruaryThe little fish quilt is so cute! Thanks for the chance to win.
Beth – betheab199@gmail.com
Purl Buttons
Posted at 22:50h, 13 FebruaryDelightful! I can't wait to get a copy of this book. It is calling out to me!
Gill
Posted at 21:44h, 13 FebruaryI love the kisses quilt and the cover quilt too!
the running hare
Posted at 21:36h, 13 FebruaryI haven't tried applique yet, so need something to get me inspired!
Lisa
Posted at 21:34h, 13 FebruaryWhat a fun fun book and I'm loving this blog tour! Thanks for the chance!
lisamcgriff (at) Hotmail (Dot) Com
Melissa Gerber
Posted at 20:55h, 13 FebruaryWhat a fun book! I love the fishes quilt.
snausages22
Posted at 20:48h, 13 FebruaryHi there!
Please enter me in your giveaway for this fantastic book!
Thanks,
Jacqueline in Pitt Meadows
Sarah
Posted at 20:40h, 13 FebruaryI love your quilts (I made a quilt with crow silhouettes using your Traffic Pattern quilt pattern) because I love scenes in quilts. And you have many! This book looks like pictures can be made easier and I have another quilt project in mind!
Lisa E
Posted at 20:21h, 13 FebruaryI have a love/hate relationship with applique. This book looks like it could be a big help. Thanks!
Tamie
Posted at 19:41h, 13 FebruaryI think this book would be a great addition to my library. Thanks for participating in the tour.
Little Island Quilting
Posted at 19:15h, 13 FebruaryOoooh, I went and checked her blog out and then discovered that you were the creator of the rather fabulous flowers in glass vase appliqué quilt. Very impressed I was 🙂
Rhonda Davis
Posted at 19:03h, 13 FebruaryI could use this book about now! I'm fascinated with applique and hexies…they play so well together. Thanks for the chance to win Jenifer's new book!
Janet M
Posted at 18:39h, 13 FebruaryI'm in love with the "Kisses" quilt! I like what I've seen so far from this book. Thanks for the chance to win.
Kathie
Posted at 18:37h, 13 FebruaryThank you for the opportunity to win this book . . . it's just what I need right now :-)!
barbara woods
Posted at 18:36h, 13 Februarywould love to win , thanks
Shanna of Fiber of All Sorts
Posted at 17:53h, 13 FebruaryOh something to make this easier. . I can't wait to see it. Thanks for being part of this awesome line up.
DebraKay Neiman
Posted at 17:06h, 13 FebruaryBias Applique … I have to have a copy of this book, thanks for the chance to win…new follower. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com
Lisa Marie
Posted at 17:00h, 13 FebruaryLooks like a great book, thanks for the chance to win!
Shawn Klinkner
Posted at 15:41h, 13 FebruaryThis seems like a fantastic resource for those wanting to learn applique. I am excited to check it out!
Pam
Posted at 15:25h, 13 FebruaryThis is a great book. I like doing the blog tour it lets me find all the wonderful blogs out there
MJ
Posted at 15:20h, 13 FebruaryGreat book, thank for doing the giveaway. I do traditional applique, need lots of time, this looks lovely, a fresh take and new skills.
JoyceLM
Posted at 15:13h, 13 FebruaryI'd love to win this book – my 2014 goal is learn machine applique. Thanks.
Anna
Posted at 14:13h, 13 FebruaryI really like the look of this book! I'm probably going to have to buy it if I don't win 🙂
(If I commented twice could you delete one? My iPad glitched Out and the comment I had half written up disappeared… Not sure if it posted or is just gone! Thanks :))
carrie
Posted at 13:55h, 13 FebruaryThis looks like a fantastic book! Thanks for the chance to win!
Brenda
Posted at 13:50h, 13 Februarythanks for the chance to win!
delaineelliott
Posted at 13:48h, 13 FebruaryLooks like a wonderful book! Thanks.
Jennifer Fullerton
Posted at 13:43h, 13 FebruaryI just heard about this book yesterday. It sound so interesting. I'd love to get my hands on a copy. Thanks for the chance to win one!
sandi
Posted at 13:35h, 13 FebruaryI am learning applique' and this book would be a great help. I really like her fish quilt. Thanks for a chance to win.
Tonya Stewart
Posted at 13:35h, 13 FebruaryI would love to win this book …I really could use some cool ideas and this book looks like it fits the bill! Thanks for the opportunity to win it!
Ethne
Posted at 13:19h, 13 FebruaryI love a modern twist on applique – especially quick fused applique pieces
Doubly applicable as I'm playing with some reverse applique projects at the minute
Gina S.
Posted at 12:58h, 13 FebruaryThis looks like it would be lots of fun!
Aureas Kitchen
Posted at 12:32h, 13 Februaryi love appliqué, so I would be grateful to try some modern appliqué.
Thanks