Pat Sloan

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Marx and the Orthodox Economists

Popular teacher, designer, and online radio host Pat Sloan teaches all you need to know to machine quilt successfully. In this third book of her beginner-friendly "Teach Me" series, Pat guides you step by step through walking-foot and free-motion quilting techniques. First-time quilters will be confidently quilting in no time, and experienced stitchers will discover the joy of finishing their quilts themselves. No-fear learning for quilting novices--Pat covers all the information you need to quilt from start to finish Pat guides you through simple and fun practice projects, including a strip-pieced table runner and an easy applique design Collect the entire skill-building library of Pat Sloan's popular "Teach Me" series of books

Learn the Basics of Walking Foot and Free-Motion Quilting

Pat Sloan's Teach Me to Machine Quilt

Sewing is a way to turn your dreams, your imagination, and your ideas into real life "goods." Presented in a class format by Pat Sloan, a fabric-obsessed sewing and quilting teacher, this book gives you the basic information you need to have your sewing machine humming and your needle moving lickety-split. From how to find a sewing machine to buying fabrics and notions, this book will have you sewing in no time! Beginner introduction to sewing, plus 18 projects: Coaster Set; The Perfect Table Runner; Scarf Magic; Oh-So-Soft Baby Blankets; A "Green" Grocery Sack; A "Ditty Bag" for Every Use; Shower in Style; Valance Love; A Summer Spread; "Round and Round We Go" Pillows; and "Easy Peasy" Pillowcases.

Pat Sloan's I Can't Believe I'm Sewing

Table runners and small table toppers are perennial favorites among quilters. They're easy on the budget and easy on your schedule. But best of all, they let you show off your love of quilting to family and friends whether you're setting the table for a casual coffee break with neighbors, wine and cheese with your book club, or full-on holiday festivities. You'll find a dozen patterns in this book as well as one of Pat Sloan's favorite dessert recipes. Make one or make them all and you'll be proudly showing off the results in no time.

A Dozen Eye-Catching Quilts to Perk Up Your Home

Pat Sloan's Tantalizing Table Toppers

Pat Sloan's 9 folksy quilts and a whimsical penny rug work up quickly with machine appliqué and easy embroidery. This charming collection, featuring spring florals, an Easter Bunny, watermelon slices for summer, an American Flag, fall pumpkins, Christmas gingerbread, and joyful angels, will make every day of the year special! Quilt the Seasons with Pat Sloan (Leisure Arts #3574)

Quilt the Seasons With Pat Sloan

Come join the fun as Pat Sloan takes you on a joyful journey through a year's worth of celebrations. You'll find easy patchwork and fusible-appliqué; projects for Valentine's Day, Easter, the Fourth of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Stitch welcoming lap quilts and table toppers, plump and pretty pillows, trick-or-treat totes, cozy Christmas stockings, and more. Keep your home decor looking fresh and cheery as the seasons change, and always have the perfect pattern on hand for a housewarming or holiday gift. With inspiring photos, easy-to-follow instructions, and 17 terrific designs at your fingertips, you're on your way to a great year!

17 Quilts and More for 6 Seasonal Occasions

Pat Sloan's Holiday Celebrations

Jane Davidson

More than 28,000 quilters have sewn along with the Splendid Sampler community online. Now Pat Sloan and Jane Davidson return with 100 all-new block patterns to inspire quilters all over the world, all over again! Choose blocks designed by Pat and Jane plus superstar quilters Lissa Alexander, Carrie Nelson, Jenny Doan, Susan Ache, Betsy Chutchian, and many more. Blocks made with patchwork, applique, embroidery, and paper piecing provide plenty of opportunities to try new techniques. You'll discover fun ideas for arranging your blocks in a gallery of sampler quilts. Share your progress online and experience the joys of quilting with this "Splendid" community of quilters!

Another 100 Blocks from a Community of Quilters

The Splendid Sampler 2

A Memoir

John Cornford

Come join the fun as Pat Sloan takes you on a joyful journey through a year's worth of celebrations. Stitch welcoming lap quilts and table toppers, plump and pretty pillows, trick-or-treat totes, cozy Christmas stockings, and more. With 17 terrific designs at your fingertips, you can keep your home decor looking fresh and cheery as the seasons change.

Leisure Arts, Inc.

Travel along with designer Pat Sloan as she leads a group of quilters on a fun-filled tour of Ireland. From her traditional pieced Irish Chain to her folksy, appliquéd Sheep On The Mountain, Pat has designed 12 quilts to appeal to every skill level. Whether you are planning a trip to Ireland or just love all things Irish, you are sure to find the perfect design in this book. So come on, enjoy the tour, make the quilts, and feel a bit Irish, too! 12 Projects: Blooms Of Ireland; Cobblestones Of Ireland; Irish Coffee; Lady Of The Lake; Sheep's Feet; With Needle And Thread; Luck Of The Irish Wall Hanging; Luck Of The Irish Table Runner; Dreaming Of Shamrocks; Sheep On The Mountain; Irish Chain; and Streets Of Dublin. Tour Ireland With Pat Sloan (Leisure Arts #4291)

Tour Ireland with Pat Sloan

Let Pat Sloan teach you how to use beads to jazz up your quilted projects. In "All About Beads," she walks you through the maze of available beads so that you can find just the right accent for your project. In "Beading Techniques," she explores when and where to use beads and beading techniques. In "All About Tags," you will learn unique finishing tips and fun ways to use tags. To practice your new beading skills, you can choose from four seasonal tags and four coordinating wall hangings. "As much as I enjoy folk art designs and subdued colors, sometimes a girl just needs a bit of 'shine'!" Pat said. "I have found that the addition of beads to all kinds of projects will make plain objects look wonderful." She also suggests using beads on pillows, table runners, purses, tote bags, jackets, sweatshirts, jeans, the edges of a tablecloth, pillowcase bands, and decorative kitchen or bath towels." Stapled; 56 pages.

Learn to Bead with Pat Sloan

Quilt designer and popular workshop teacher Pat Sloan shares pointers and projects for her favorite techniques: Mock Hand Appliqué, Needleturn Appliqué, Running Stitch Appliqué, Utility Quilting (using big stitches), Trash Bag Quilts (using new fabrics made from scraps), Calendar Quilts (with strips or blocks representing memorable time periods), and Stamping on Labels. 9 projects: Owl and Honey Bee Quilt, Honey Bee and Dragonfly Table Runner, Pomegranate Crossing Quilt, Fresh for the Picking Wall Hanging, Quilters in Paradise Wall Hanging, Seashell Tote, Puppies on Parade Quilt, Beauty from Scraps Quilt, and A Year in Memories Quilt. Pat Sloan's Favorite Techniques (Leisure Arts #4431)

Pat Sloan's Favorite Techniques

One of America's most beloved quilting authorities demonstrates to both beginners and advanced quilters the creation of exciting designs that can be made quickly and still look fantastic with the help of machine appliqué. Original.

Learn to Applique with Pat Sloan

The popular expert shares 11 of her best-loved appliqué designs of flowers, acorns, stars, vines, and more.

The Best of Pat Sloan Applique Quilts

Expert teacher and quilt designer Pat Sloan guides you through each and every step as you make your first quilt. Pat's easy-to-follow instructions and more than 140 clear how-to photos make it fun to start, stitch, and finish nine classic blocks and nine simple quilt projects--even if you're an absolute beginner. Learn the basics, from selecting notions and cutting fabric to machine sewing to quilting and binding, all from a skilled instructor with a warm, patient teaching style.

A How-to Book for All You Need to Know

Pat Sloan's Teach Me to Make My First Quilt

Is it possible? Fusible appliqué that's soft and drapey--and easy? Yes it is, and Pat Sloan shows you how. An extremely popular teacher and designer with a huge online radio show following, Pat shares her fusible techniques for machine-stitched quilts that are as delightful to touch as they are pleasing to the eye. You'll love what you're about to create! Projects range from wall hangings to banners to bed quilts, all with Pat's fresh and cheery style Gain confidence and get all your questions answered--Pat shares loads of tips throughout Own the first in a series of "Teach Me" books from one of the world's best quilting coaches

Fusible Applique That's Soft and Simple

Pat Sloan's Teach Me to Applique

Pat Sloan--popular teacher, designer, and online radio-show host--teaches all you need to know to create triangles with ease. Take your skills to the next level with this second book in her beginner-friendly "Teach Me" series. You'll discover 13 different ways to sew triangles--at least one method will be just right for you! Learn to successfully sew half-square and quarter-square triangles, 60-degree triangles, flying geese, and more Gain confidence and get all your questions answered--Pat shares tons of tips throughout Spotlight triangles in 12 exciting patterns, ranging from small wall hangings to lap quilts to a bed-sized design

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