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asked by costa on November 14, 2006 4:57 PM
Scraps features 16 new and original Judy Martin designs. Every quilt is presented in 3 sizes so you can make the design you like in the size you want. You are given your choice of accurate rotary cutting instructions or templates. Fat quarter requirements and yardage are listed for every quilt in every size. Color diagrams show piecing details. And every pattern is rated for ease of cutting, ease of sewing, and ease of thinking.

Perhaps the greatest challenge with Scraps is in deciding which quilt to make first! Several quilts feature shadows and other dimensional effects that make patches appear to float over the surface of the quilt. You'll find an abundance of stars, including a magnificent Lone Star. In addition you'll see a Log Cabin, a Wedding Ring variation (with no curves!), an exotic Nine-Patch, a beautiful flower quilt, and much more.

Scraps is more than just patterns. The upfront material draws upon Judy's 37 years of making quilts from scraps. She offers basic quiltmaking information plus scrap quilt cutting strategies, techniques for sewing with scraps, suggestions for building and organizing your stash, and ideas for working with color and style in scraps.

Whether you're looking for a pattern that is clearly simple, surprisingly easy, or stunningly beautiful, your next quilt should be made from Scraps.

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This book is yet another book to be added to your 'must have' quilting books. Like many of her other books, this one is destined to become a classic. Get it whether you're are just starting to quilts, or even if you're a pro. This one has it all!
reviewed by jbritt on November 25, 2006 10:13 PM

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I don't buy many quilting books anymore because they seem so repetitive in their information and patterns. "Scraps" is definitely one worth buying. The quilts themselves are beautiful, and Judy Martin is one of the best at writing instructions. Most of the instructions are given by illustration, rather than having to wade through cumbersome wording. Very clear and easy-to-follow. The blocks themselves are not that complicated, but her use of color and placement makes the finished product look spectacular. She gives directions for template and rotary cutting. If you like traditional (not "artsy") quilts, with no applique (a big + for me!), you'll love this new book.
reviewed by bulldogs on November 29, 2006 1:50 PM

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