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Issue No. 27
Quilts
Asian Butterflies, Chinese Lanterns, Tranquil Gardens and more
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Bali: An Exotic Indonesian Island Sanctuary
Asian Fabric
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Vol 7 Issue 3
contents
quilts 20 Garden Sanctuary
Rich, calming scenery
38 Batafuai Mure
The symbolic butterfly is showcased beautifully
46 Tokaido Road
9 News From Friends of Kona Bay
64 Illuminating Bed Quilt
10 What I Did With My Kona Bay
History and art merge An exquisite bed set
features 19 Koi Garden Collection Download the free Koi
Garden bonus pattern
37 New Kona Bay Hot/ Cold Bags 63 Sanctuary Collection
A beautiful 90" x 106" free bonus pattern
Great projects from our readers
27 Travel
departments
Bali, Indonesia
44 Designer Directory
Patterns to inspire
4 Publisher’s Note
55 Contributor Bio
5 How to Use the Magazine
57 Food
6 Shop Directory
Where to shop for Kona Bay
Helene Knott
Bring Bali Home Party Fabric To Go Quencher
74 General Instructions
Special thanks to:
Used exclusively and recommended by Asian Fabric™ Bali, Indonesia • pg 27
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publisher’s note
In real estate, they say the keys to success are: location, location, location. Shortly after I started Kona Bay Fabrics in 1991, a wise mentor with years of experience in the fabric business told me the big three in quilting were fabric, chocolate and cats–not necessarily in that order. I figured I was off to a good start. I was already movin’ and shakin’ in two of the three categories. At the time, I was distributing chocolate macadamia nuts in Hawaii. Plus, I was a long time kitty lover. I only needed to make sure I produced beautiful, high quality fabric at a great price. I remember thinking to myself as a cocky young lad in 1991—How hard could it be? Now, it is 2012 and I know how hard it can be. Even after twenty-one years, it is not easy to produce a gorgeous cotton fabric collection and bring it to market at a superb price. And that, my friends, is what makes my mission so much fun! Quilters have strong buying opinions. In our industry, likes and dislikes are swayed by styles, popular sewing techniques, brand loyalties and more factors than you can count. The industry is tough. We must produce the best for the best price. Trends come and go. Are you creating the same style of quilts as you were over twenty years ago? Are the colors that were to die for in 1991 the same must have colors of today? Our research says—not likely. As a quilter, you are constantly evolving. As one of the major cotton suppliers to the quilting industry, Kona Bay Fabrics is as well. There are those who may believe, I have not personally matured and still tell bad jokes at trade shows. And, yes, I spend a lot of time talking about my kitty on Facebook, but the zeal and excitement of being in the quilting industry is still as strong as it was in 1991. Our Asian Fabric magazine has also evolved. We have moved from a popular print magazine to an online magazine where subscribers continue to grow. I thank each and every one of you for your continued support. Our standards in publishing this magazine are the same as those we diligently follow in creating our fabric collections—put out a great product at a great price. In this case, the magazine is FREE (our best price!) In this month’s issue, Georgie has created several stunning projects featuring the beautiful Sanctuary Collection that will be in stores by the end of the month. We are also thrilled to, once again, welcome back Helene Knott as a guest contributor. Her Tokaido Road quilt is truly a work of art. Our travel and culinary adventures take us to the resort island of Bali. I have had the pleasure of visiting and love being able to share with you. Kona Bay Fabrics is twenty-one years old. I am told that twenty-one year old Scotch is close to greatness. Well, unlike scotch, we will continue our quest for a new level of greatness with each coming year. I know the next twenty-one years will be just as fun and exciting as the first! We appreciate having you along for the journey. And, don’t forget the big three keys to success… fabrics, chocolate and kitties. We love ‘em! Aloha and mahalo from Da Textile Samurai https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kona-Bay-Fabrics-SeattleBay-Fabrics-and-Asian-Fabric-Magazine/106593046936?ref=ts
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Douglas (Textile Samurai) Eagleson Publisher • douglas@konabay.com
Make the most of Asian Fabric
Asian Fabric™ Quilting and design ideas for inspired minds Issue #27 2012 • VOL 7 ISSUE 3
Publisher douglas Eagleson Quilt designer & EDITOR Georgie Gerl ggerl@comcast.net Facebook: Georgie Gerl Designer
SPECIAL CONTRIBUTORs Helene Knott SusanClaire Mayfield ASSISTANTS TO PUBLISHER Doris Eagleson 1923–2010 Cheryl Hamai Brittany Eagleson
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shop directory: where to find kona bay The premiere shops across the country for exceptional service and a superb selection of Kona Bay Fabrics.
maryland arizona 35th Ave Sew & Vac Fabric World 3500 W. Northern Ave Phoenix, AZ 85051 602.841.5427 4939 W. Ray Road, STE 27 Chandler, AZ 85225 480.961.7363 Two convenient locations with 25,000 bolts combined, including a large selection of Asian fabrics. Notions, books, threads and all quilting supplies. Kits available from this issue. Hours: M-F 9-6; Sat 9-5; Sun 10-4. www.35thavesewandvac.com
florida Boutique 4 Quilters, Inc. 2945 W New Haven Ave West Melbourne, FL 32904 321.768.2060 A shop with a Scandinavian ambiance. Large selection of Asian, Kaffe Fasset, Batiks and Silk fabrics. Hand dyed fabrics and Fiber Art by local artists. A place where Fiber Artists and Traditional Quilters gather. Come visit Florida’s most creative quilt shop! Hours: Mon & Tue 9:30am5pm; Wed 9:30am-7pm; Thur & Fri 9:30am-5pm; Sat 9:30am-4pm. www.boutique4quilters.com
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Patches Quilting & Sewing 308 S Main St Mount Airy, MD 21771 301.831.0366 A delight for your eyes with over 4,000 bolts of fabric. Our large selection of Asian prints, Batiks, and Black and Whites will aid you in any project. Don’t forget to check out our books, notions and classes. www.patchesquilting.com Seminole Sampler 71 Mellor Ave Catonsville, MD 21228 866.407.2363 Dedicated quilt shop specializing in Asian, Batik and contemporary fabrics. Excellent service to meet all your quilting needs. Classes for all levels. Extensive selection of books, patterns and notions. www.seminolesampler.com
michigan The Stitchery 1129 E Grand River Ave Howell, MI 48843 517.548.1731 The Stitchery carries many Kona Bay Fabrics. Full service quilt shop with over 5,000 bolts of fabric and supplies. Authorized Janome dealer, featuring the Memory Craft 11,000 Embroidery Machine. Conveniently located between Detroit and Lansing. Open Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat. 9-4. www.thestitcheryonline.com
minnesota Blue Bamboo 12865 Industrial Park Blvd Plymouth, MN 55441 800.323.1105 Gorgeous array of Asian fabrics which feature the best of Kona Bay in both fabric and kits. Choose from wall hangings, quilt and runner kits. Check our website for current fabrics and sign up for our newsletter. See over 5000 bolts of fabric which include Asian, flannels, brights, holiday and batiks. www.mybluebamboo.com
missouri The Quilted Fox 10403 Clayton Road St. Louis, M0 63131 314-993-1181 toll free 877.993.1181 Huge selection of Asian fabrics both in-store and online. We also carry internationally oriented fabrics. Many kits available. Open Mon and Wed 10 am–5 pm; Tues and Thurs 10 am–6:30 pm; Fri and Sat 10 am–4:30 pm, and Sun Noon–4:00 pm. www.quiltedfox.com
nevada The Quilted Dragon 2890 Yucca Terrace Ave Pahrump, NV 89048 775.751.9033 Just one hour NW of Las Vegas, we specialize in Oriental, Batik, and Wide Backing fabrics, Sashiko supplies and notions all at discount prices everyday. We stock over 1,700 book titles and 600 patterns at all times. Open MTW 9–3 and second Sat 9–3. www.quilteddragon.com
new york Discount Sewing & Jackie Lynn’s Fabric Center 475 E. Ridge Rd Rochester, NY 14621 585.544.4110 Exquisite selection of Asian quilting fabrics. Sales and Service Center for Brother, Janome, HandiQuilter, Elna and Tin Lizzie machines. Open Mon-Sat 10-5, Tues & Thurs 10-8. www.discountsewingcenter.com
ohio Gramma Fannies Quilt Barn P. O. Box 270 Berlin, OH 44610 330.893.3243 Largest selection of Asian fabrics in Ohio’s Amish Country. You’ll enjoy our unique quilt shop located in an old barn as a part of Schrocks Amish farm. Locally made quilts plus 2500 bolts of beautiful fabrics specially designed for quilt shops. Just 1 mile east of Berlin, the heart of Amish Country, on State Route 39. Mon-Sat 10-5. www.grammafanniesquilts.com
pennsylvania Sew Smart Fabrics 30 W Oakland Ave. Doylestown, PA 18901 215.345.7990 The best selection of Asian prints in Eastern Pennsylvania. We also carry silks, wools and other fabrics. Books, patterns, trends. Open everyday. www.sewsmartfab.com
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online shops
washington The Shibori Dragon 11124 Gravelly Lake Dr SW Lakewood, WA 98499 253.582.7455 Specializing in Asian and Batik fabrics, Sashiko supplies, vintage silk kimonos– largest selection in the Pacific NW. Unique beads, buttons, needleart threads and embellishments. Open Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 10-5; Sun noon-4. See our ad on page 25. www.shiboridragon.com
wyoming E.T. Quilts 80 S. Main Buffalo, WY 82834 307.684.9006 877.ETQUILTS (877.387.8458) Quality fabrics, including Wyoming’s largest collection of Asian prints, notions, kits, patterns, books and quilts. Salt City Candles, needlecraft supplies, and Boyd’s Bears also available. Check out our website and receive a free gift with your first on-line order. Open Mon–Sat 10–5. www.etquilts.com
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eQuilter eQuilter.com is your online fabric store for quilting, sewing and fashion, with OVER 20,000 Fabrics IN STOCK! We specialize in Asian-Pacific and contemporary quilt fabrics. See our ad on page 2. www.equilter.com SeaWatch Fabrics Mukilteo, WA • 866.407.2363 Extensive selection of Asian fabrics, Batiks and light Batiks. Unique patterns, “Wall Hanging of the Month” club, fat quarter bundles and Superior Threads. Free shipping on all orders over $25. Most orders shipped the same day. www.seawatchfabrics.com Debsews Fabrics Wide selection of Asian fabrics • Tone-On-Tone fabrics • Fat quarter selections • Patterns & magazines • Special sale items. Debsews as been selling fabric to thousands of satisfied customers online since 1999 and we are very proud of our customer service. See our ad on page 76. www.debsews2.com
NEWS from Friends of Kona Bay International Quilt Festival Returns to Chicago In 2013 June 21 - 23, 2013 For eight years, the spring edition of International Quilt Festival/Chicago was a must- stop destination for quilt fans— especially those from the midwest— until its final edition in 2010. That show drew more Photos by RHIANNA GRIFFIN than 20,000 attendees. Today, Festival Founder and Director Emeritus Karey Bresenhan announced that the show will return to the city from June 21-23, 2013, with Preview Night on June 20. Quilt Festival will again be held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont (just minutes outside of Chicago). “I am thrilled with this development and excited to bring the show back to Chicago,” Bresenhan says. “We had a lot of positive experiences there, and I expect that it will only get better in the coming years.” However, she also noted that this show will not replace the current spring edition of Festival that is held in Cincinnati, Ohio. It is a new addition to the schedule. Also, the Chicago Festival will offer a number of great mini-classes and lots of educational opportunities— such as Create on the Spot!—that attendees can sign up for right on the show floor. It will not have individual classes and lectures in separate rooms as in previous years. Additionally, the city of Rosemont has recently opened MB Financial Park, an exciting new dining, shopping, and entertainment district located just one block from the Stephens Center. Places open either now or by Festival dates include Toby Keith’s This Bar and Grill, Five Roses Pub, Hofbräuhaus Chicago, Park Tavern, My Big Fat Greek Restaurant, and Adobe Gila’s. The Park also includes Zanies Comedy Club, Kings Bowling Lanes, and the 18- screen Muvico Theaters. Find out more at www.mbparkatrosemont.com 2012 Asian Fabric 9
What I Did with my Kona Bay fabric projects from our readers
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Eagle Publishing KB Project 328 E. Indiana Ave Spokane, WA 99207
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I made this quilt with my
Margaret Arney Kona Bay Fabric. Both the front Rosebud, TX and back made use Kona Bay
Fabric. This was a fun quilt to make. It does not require matching any seams so it goes together really fast. It uses the tubular method of making the columns after strip piecing the rows. I have included photos of both the front and back. I’m sending some pictures of other quilts I’ve made with Kona Bay Fabrics. There are two views of each. I started quilting only 8 years ago. I walked into a quilt store to have my sewing machine repaired and saw some pretty little packages of fabrics. They said Block of the Month and I didn’t have a clue what that was. I thought maybe I would make a pot holder out of it. 2012 Asian Fabric 11
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When I went back to pick up my sewing machine and there was a different block package, that’s when I found out they were to be made into a quilt. I took some classes and fell in love with quilting. The fabrics are so pretty. As you can see I especially love the Kona Bay Fabrics. I always use Kona Bay fabrics as my backings, people say the backs are as pretty as the fronts. I have one rule for myself, I can’t start a new quilt until the one I’m working on is completely finished. You won’t find any unfinished tops in my house. I want my family to have finished quilts to use not tops to wonder what to do with, after I’m gone. The cat in the picture is Mewsette. She thinks since she helped with the sewing she should get to be in the picture.
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I am sending a picture of a custom quilt I designed for our daughter and son in laws 15th wedding anniversary in which I used several Kona Bay panels. It is aptly called “Asian Harmony” for a few reasons. Our grandchildren are both of Asian
decent and were adopted from Paula Schultheiss Korea in 2003 & 2005 and therefore have made us an Asian Scotia, NY American family. Also the various Kona Bay panels are
harmoniously blended to create the overall pleasing and serene king size quilt. Lastly, we as a family love the culture, foods and arts of the Asian countries and so I felt it only appropriate to create this wonderful piece of art. I had it quilted by a long arm quilter in our area who placed butterflies in the gold areas and four different Koi in the black triangles. There are waves and clouds in the center panel as well as much shadowing, floral and clamshell quilting. I hope that your readers will enjoy this quilt and be inspired to create one of their own from your myriad selection of panels. 2012 Asian Fabric 15
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Valerie Marschner This project Eden Prairie, MN s t a r t e d i n 2 0 0 7
when I still lived in Maryland and spent hours in fabric and quilting stores with my mother-in-law, Alice, who got me into sewing. I will never thank her enough for that. She also bought me my first subscription of Asian Magazine for Christmas! I have been passionate about Japan for many years now and fell immediately in love with Asian prints. The question was—What could I do with such beautiful fabrics?! In a store, I stumbled upon the Kandu coat pattern (http://www.etsy.com/ listing/78161195/kandu-coat-instructions-design-and) and my heart skipped a beat. This was what I had been looking for. So I bought it. Then...I waited...I waited...and I waited. Why? Because I did not know which colors to pick!! It took me months to decide.
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I finally settled on the warm yellow and orange of a sun in the middle of a deep blue sky. I wanted heart warming colors and I have always been partial to blues. Finding the colors took me several years, especially for bridge fabrics. Many times I regretted not going for black and white, but now that it is done, I am so glad I did not give up. I found the fabrics in Maryland, Virginia, then I moved to Minnesota and kept looking. I even bought some fabrics in France when I visited my family. When at last I found the 30 some fabrics I needed to create a nice gradient without too many repeats, I spent afternoons laying down the fabrics on the floor to decide of 2012 Asian Fabric 17
the sequence. (The hardest was to keep the cats away from the pretty fabrics!) Once I was satisfied came the scary part: cutting the fabric! The coat was time consuming to make but it was worth the effort. Once the coat was done, I had so much trouble finding anything to wear with it that I used a Simplicity pattern (5006) and used the left over fabrics to make a matching skirt. The gradient is horizontal around the skirt instead of vertical like in the coat. Tips for anyone who wants to make the coat: • A walking foot is your best friend as you are sewing across very long strips which you want to keep even! • Carry your fabrics with you, it is a pain but if you want the perfect match, this is the only solution. • Take your time! to pick the colors then to arrange them, you will spend time and money on this project, don’t rush it or you’ll be disappointed with the result. I guess that’s more information that you’d need! I am including photos of both the skirt and jacket. I have a website where I put my arts and craft creations. I would love to have your readers visit: http://zulmasan.deviantart.com/ Thank you very much!!
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The Koi Garden Collection is in stores now—click on the quilt to download a free pattern.
Garden Sanctuary Quilt
Large floral fabric is featured in these octagon blocks encircled with appliquĂŠ flowers. Designed by Georgie Gerl
Garden Sanctuary Quilt Cutting Chart & Material List Garden Sanctuary Quilt %(” x %(” Featuring fabrics from the Sanctuary Collection.
material list Backing #q yards Batting ^%” x ^%” Lightweight Fusible Web !q yards Stabilizer ! yard Read Cutting Tip prior to cutting fabrics. Cut strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed from these strips
Name, Placement & Yardage
Cuts
Fabric A SANC-01 Blue “Fussy Cut” Center !-!2 yards*
*Fabric needed will vary depending on fabric motif selection to “Fussy Cut” pieces, adjust yardage as needed for selections.
Flower Dark Petals SANC-08 Autumn
Flower Dark Petals SANC-08 Magenta
SANC-08 Red
Flower Light Petals SANC-06 Sun SANC-06 Red
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Assorted Scraps Flower Light Petals SANC-06 Dark Rose Assorted Scraps
First Cuts
Name, Placement & Yardage
Fabric B @ $2” x $@” SANC-08 Magenta * #” x $@” ^ @w” x $@” Block Border (Binding) !s yards Fabric C SANC-08 Cream Background @ yards
@ ^ # *
$2” x $@” $” x $@” #” x $@” @2” x $@”
Next Cuts !^ $2” squares !^ #” x !^2”
!^ $2” squares #@ #” squares !^ @” x !^2”
Fabric D % @” x $@” SANC-08 Emerald Quilt Border 2 yard Flower Centers SANC-06 Red
Flower Centers SANC-06 Sun Assorted Scraps
Let’s Begin Before you begin read all instructions. Referring to project Cutting Chart, cut First Cuts strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed under Next Cuts from these strips. Refer to General Instructions for detail technique instructions. Use an Accurate Seam Allowance and Assembly Line methods and a 4”-wide seam allowance to sew this project. Press seams in direction of arrows as indicated in each diagram.
Making the Blocks
1. “Fussy Cut” four !^2” Fabric A squares; squares can match or feature different motif
areas for each square. Fabric yardage needed depends on individual preference.
2. Refer to General Instructions for Simple Triangles technique. Draw a diagonal line on
the wrong side of four $2” Fabric B squares. This will be your sewing line. Place marked squares on one !^2” Fabric A square as shown. Stitch on drawn line, trim 4” away from stitch lines and press. Make four.
Fabric B $2” squares Fabric A !^2” square Make $
3. Making simple triangles, sew two #” Fabric C squares to one #” x !^2” Fabric B strip
as shown. Press. Make sixteen.
Fabric C #” squares Fabric B #” x !^2” Make 16
4. Sew one @” x !^2” Fabric C strip to one
unit from step 3 as shown. Press. Make sixteen. !^2”
@”
5. Sew one unit from step 4 between two
$2” Fabric C squares as shown. Press. Make eight. Press four as shown and four in the opposite direction. $2”
$2”
$2” Make 1!^ Make 8 Press four as shown and four in the opposite direction. 2012 Asian Fabric 23
6. Sew one unit from step 2 between
two units from step 4 as shown, checking orientation of units prior to sewing. Press. Make four. Press two as shown and two in opposite direction.
8. Sew two blocks from step 7 together. Press.
Make two, pressing seams in opposite direction. Sew rows together.
Make 2 Press one as shown and one in the opposite direction.
9. Sew @” x $@” Fabric D strips end-to-end to
Make 4 Press two as shown and two in the opposite direction.
7. Sew one unit from step 6 between
two units from step 5 as shown, checking orientation of units prior to sewing. Press. Make four. Press two as shown and two in opposite direction. Block measures @$2” square.
Make 4 Press two as shown and two in the opposite direction. Block measures @$2” square
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make one continuous @”-wide Fabric D strip. Press. Measure quilt from side to side. Cut two @”-wide strips to this measurement. Sew to top, and bottom of quilt. Press seams toward border.
10. Measure quilt through center from top to
bottom, including borders just added. Cut two @”wide Fabric D strips to that measurement. Sew to sides of quilt and press.
11. Referring to steps 9 and 10, join, measure, trim,
and sew $”-wide Fabric C strips to top, bottom, and sides of quilt. Press.
Adding the Appliqués
Refer to General Instructions to choose your prefer method of appliqué, instructions given are for Quick Fused Appliqué Method. Note: It is recommended to use removable stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric when machine appliquéing. This will give stability to the piece, even stitching, and prevent puckering of fabric.
1. Refer to appliqué patterns (page 26)
and instructions to make a whole pattern of each flower element. Trace five of each appliqué pattern on paper side of lightweight fusible web leaving 2” space between pieces. Cut approximately 4” away from trace line.
2. With fusible web paper-side up, fuse to
wrong side of Flower Dark Petals, Flower Light Petals, and Flower Center assorted fabric pieces following manufacturer’s instructions. Cut on traced line.
3. Referring to layouts (pages 21–22),
arrange and fuse appliqués to quilt. Tip: For easy placement of flowers on fabric use an appliqué pressing sheet, page 75, to make appliqué units. Finish all appliqué edges with machine satin stitch or decorative stitching as desired.
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Finishing the Quilt
1. Cut backing fabric piece into two equal
pieces. Sew pieces together to make one ^%” x *)” approximate backing piece. Press and trim backing to measure ^%” x ^%”.
2. Press backing and quilt top trimming
all excess threads. Layer and baste backing, batting, and quilt top together. Hand or machine quilt as desired. Bind quilt as desired.
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Trace Line Placement Line
Make 5 Flower sets in assorted colors.
Flower Center Make 5
Trace pattern four times aligning placement lines to make a whole appliqué pattern as shown above. For quick-fused machine appliqué method trace each element on drawn lines to make pattern. Pattern sections that go under another piece need to extend trace line a little under top piece. For easy placement of appliqué pieces on fabric use an appliqué pressing sheet to make whole appliqué units prior to fusing on quilt. If using a hand appliqué method, add 4” seam allowances to all sides prior to cutting fabric.
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Bali
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An Exotic Indonesian Island Sanctuary
ne of 17,000 islands in the
to gorgeous vegetation, some of the
Indonesian archipelago, tiny Bali
world’s best beaches and breathtaking
can be found less than two miles
mountain slopes, the people of Bali are
off the eastern end of Java. To describe
warm and welcoming, eager to share
Bali as anything less than paradise and a
their culture and their spiritual mindset.
sanctuary from the everyday reality most
Bali is a fascinating amalgamation of
of us know so well would be an injustice.
Hindu beliefs, Javanese traditions and
Bali offers visitors a mystical journey
Buddhist practices. This rich mixture of
in lush Indonesian surroundings. It is
influences brings people back to visit time
only in recent years, the 1970s, that the
and again to capture more of the essence
tourism trade here began in earnest as
of the country.
outsiders discovered the island’s beauty
Because of the outside world’s interest,
and fascinating culture. In addition
Bali’s infrastructure has improved vastly. 2012 Asian Fabric 27
Five star resorts and gourmet restaurants can easily be found for visitors and expatriates, and the country’s health and educational systems are on the rise for locals. It also means you might encounter a good bit of tourist traffic and the offerings that accompany that but you won’t be disappointed never the less. However, much of the old, less developed Bali is still in evidence. Roads are filled with potholes and in generally poor condition, and in the lower stratas of native society there are still people who do not have indoor plumbing. Crafts of the Native Culture Despite the influx of international interest, the proud Balinese have kept their native culture intact. This is particularly fortunate for visitors hoping to purchase or learn about local arts, crafts and textiles. For many centuries, Bali has been a culture centered around Hindu beliefs. As a result, traditions of theater, dance and music often involve the telling of Hindu epics. On Bali, an instrumental ensemble is known as a gamelan, and it is the soul of any ceremony, celebration or performance. A gamelan may be comprised of as many as 50 musicians, each of whom plays a gong, drums or a native instrument resembling a xylophone. To go with the music, the Balinese have crafted no fewer than a dozen distinct forms of dance. Many of these
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dances are essentially epic tales set to
carving in Bali enjoys a long history with
music. In the course of some dances, the
examples dating back to the 9th century.
performers will actually enter a trancelike
Traditionally, wood carvings were created
state that is magical to behold. Attending
to be placed in religious shrines, royal
one of these performances has been
palaces and homes of high ranking
known to be a transformative experience
citizens. Many of these carvings were
for many.
meant to ward off demons and tended to
Rich, colorful, ornamental textiles
be massive.
have long been a part of the Balinese
With the rise of tourism, craftspeople
tradition. Over the centuries, many of
have shifted their focus to more portable
Bali’s villages have become associated
carvings that are not necessarily meant to
with a particular textile or craft. The
keep demons at bay but instead provide an
practice of traditional arts and crafts
income. Local woods like teak and belalu
has become so commonplace that pretty
are used to carve pieces such as animal
nearly every citizen is an experienced
and religious figurines. Of particular note
artisan.
are the small carvings made from fragrant
Some of the most remarkable textiles
sandalwood. Elephants are a favored
produced on Bali are the astonishing
motif, and the pleasing sandalwood scent
fabrics that are woven in villages across
lasts for years.
the island. As you travel Bali, you will see
Other craft items, like baskets, masks
masks, performers and religious shrines
and bone carvings are also frequently
are all draped in these unique materials.
available in markets. One of the more
Wood carvings are also a popular
unusual crafts that draws the interest
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By hitting the back roads, you can see breathtaking rice terraces, stone carvings, artisans at work and so much more.
of puppets created
with sleek seating
by the Balinese.
for many. Warungs
These puppets
can usually be
are traditionally
counted on for
used in theatrical
an array of local
performances on
fare at reasonable
the island, and they
prices. Small street
make a remarkable
side warungs and
and memorable
the night markets
souvenir. Some
are your best bet
puppets are wooden
for truly authentic
dolls, while others
dishes that are
are fashioned from
enjoyed by locals
buffalo parchment.
daily.
The
Balinese
present
Some of the
many
larger warung are
different kinds of puppet theater depicting
rather akin to a French cafĂŠ with a buffet
Hindu epics and other themes. These
twist. Food is typically displayed behind
presentations are breathtakingly beautiful.
glass, and patrons simply point out
Taking home one of these puppets is truly
which dishes they would like to try. Nasi
a treat and will keep the memory of your
campur is frequently the dish of choice
trip alive for years to come.
for locals and visitors. This is a flexible,
Dining Indonesian Style Eating the local cuisine is another highlight of visiting Bali. Each village and town typically have eating establishments known as warungs. Depending on the size of the community, there might be one or several. Warung is a broad description. You will find it in the business name of an eatery ranging anything from a few shelves of snack food on the side of a building with a single bench to sit on to a high end contemporary restaurant
versatile dish that always involves rice, but is otherwise very unpredictable. The rice may be paired with seafood, chicken, vegetables or a combination of ingredients. For food on the go, consider the offerings of the kaki lima. Kaki lima literally means five legs, two belonging to the vendor and three, the wheels of the cart they carry. These brightly painted street food carts can be seen almost everywhere. They are a great way to experience a variety of local delicacies. You’ll soon notice that the sounds or music 2012 Asian Fabric 31
they use to announce their presence will vary with the food they feature. Like most Asian countries, rice and noodles play a starring role in most dishes. Nasi goring, Indonesian fried
written as satay), familiar to many
Bali is recognized for the production of artistic ikat and songket woven cloths. These amazingly intricate creations are produced by dying individual threads which are then woven into cloth on looms. The highly detailed patterns emerge only as the threads are woven together. Tourists may purchase ikat and songket cloths in village markets. Alternatively, many ikat workshops are open to the public, affording visitors a chance to watch these materials being woven before selecting one for purchase.
westerners, is a widely available
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favorite. It uses bamboo to skewer
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rice with a fried egg on top, or mie goring, fried noodles with an egg, are favorite basics and served almost everywhere. Balinese natives love to snack throughout the day. The island is also known for its selection of delicious snacks. Lumpia is a crisp pastry that is packed with meat or vegetables before being deep fried. Sate (sometimes
goat, fish, chicken or beef that is then grilled using coconut husk coals. Spicy peanut sauce or chili mixtures are lively accompaniments to this ubiquitous dish.
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If you seek a more familiar dining
important to note that not all temples
experience, the international hotel chains
welcome tourists. Be sure to inquire
won’t let you down.
before you enter.
Balinese meals are washed down with wholesome coconut juice or a fruit juice. Watermelon, lime and tangerine juice are just a few of the many varieties that are available. They are particularly refreshing on a warm day, and few things feel as luxurious and indulgent as sipping freshly prepared juice while relaxing on one of Bali’s gorgeous beaches. Activities for All Often referred to as the “Island of the Thousand Temples,” Bali is a singularly spiritual destination, and as such, many of its best attractions are temples or other sacred sites. Temples are considered the meeting point of humans and gods. As such, there are temples for almost all things and activities. A village would typically not have fewer than three in addition to family and other small temples that may exist. One of the most fascinating of these sacred spots is known as Tirta Empul. The natural springs within this temple are frequented by locals and visitors alike. A temple has existed on this spot since 960 BC, and today shrines to many different deities are placed here. People bathe in the sacred waters, and the overall mood is one of peace and relaxation. Many of the larger temples go unused with the exception of festivals. It’s also
One such temple, open only to Hindus, is the Tanah Lot sea temple. It was built in the 14th century to honor the guardian spirits of the sea. The temple is only accessible when the tide is low. It is a sight to behold. Anyone with an interest in nature is likely to be fascinated by the Bali Bird Park that lies east of the village of Sanur. The park’s guiding principle is to assist injured and endangered species. This assistance involves a vigorous breeding p r o g r am as w e l l as r e h ab i l i t at i o n . While birds live at the park, they are provided with surroundings that are as close to their natural environment as possible. As a result, the park boasts some 2,000 varieties of plants to go with its 250 species of birds. Some of the most endangered birds in Indonesia find refuge here, and some of them take part 2012 Asian Fabric 33
The country now boasts a number of world class resorts, many of which sit right on the coastline.
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in educational shows that are presented on a daily basis.
While many outings such as these will require an entry fee, hiring a driver for a
The Elephant Safari Park in the small
day (easily available for $50) to tour the
town of Taro offers the unique opportunity
island allows you to take in the myriad
for a close encounter with the majestic
of free and beautiful views and sites.
rescued inhabitants. This is not a zoo
By hitting the back roads, you can see
environment where you watch from afar.
breathtaking rice terraces, stone carvings,
You can touch and feed them and interact
artisans at work and so much more.
on a variety of levels including taking a ride through the jungle.
Many people, in fact, visit Bali primarily to relax on the white sand
Bali is recognized for the richness and
beaches. Look for colorful Balinese sailing
diversity of its vegetation. The Bedugul
boats know as jukung. If you’re in the
Botanical Garden lets people browse
Amed area, you might even get to see local
through approximately 2,000 species of
families working in their salt fields and
plants, many of which are quite rare
see how salt is made.
and exotic. The garden is a center for education and science as well as being one of the best places on Bali to enjoy an al fresco lunch. With lush surroundings and delectable food, it’s no surprise that the Botanical Garden is a major attraction.
Where to Stay The country now boasts a number of world class resorts, many of which sit right on the coastline. These resorts feature gourmet dining, spas and all of the 2012 Asian Fabric 35
expected luxury amenities. Plus, a number
traveler. Plus, you might miss out on some
of them are conveniently located near
delicious authentic meals!
some of Bali’s most enchanting villages and tourist attractions.
For those that prefer to immerse themselves in the local culture, there
Many of the resorts have available
are many very affordable homestays or
both regular style accomodations and
pensions. These types of accommodations
all-inclusive packages. If you anticipate
may be located in or near the proprietor’s
having most of your meals at the resort and
home and usually include breakfast. If
enjoy alcoholic beverages, the all-inclusive
you’ve loved your stay at a Bed & Breakfast,
option may be something to consider.
this may be an attractive alternative to
Typically, they will include all meals,
the large resorts.
snacks and beverages in addition to your
Bali is mystical and mysterious; the
room. They often include entertainment
kind of place that begs to be discovered.
and recreational equipment as well.
Although it is a small island, the complexity
If you choose to stay at one of the
of influences within its borders makes
grand resorts, you’ll be missing out if
Bali an excellent place to explore again
you don’t venture out to the surrounding
and again. With gorgeous, unique textiles
community for an authentic look at local
and innovative meals to be enjoyed, it’s
life. The culture and people are vibrant
clear why more people are discovering the
and the villages provide plenty of color
magic of Bali.
and wonder for even the most jaded world
Send us your travel stories and recipes: asianfabric@mac.com
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In Japanese culture the butterfly represents the emerging beauty and grace of young girls and to the Chinese it’s a symbol for long life. Designed by Georgie Gerl
%$2” x %)2”””
Batafurai Mure Quilt Cutting Chart & Material List Batafurai Mure Quilt %$2” x %)2” Featuring fabrics from the Sanctuary Collection.
material list Backing #a yards Batting ^)” x %^” Lightweight Fusible Web #2 yards Stabilizer @ yards Read Cutting Tip prior to cutting fabrics. Cut strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed from these strips
Name, Placement & Yardage
Fabric A SANC-03 White “Fussy Cut” Center !-!2 yards* Fabric A SANC-03 Red “Fussy Cut” Center !-!2 yards* Fabric B SANC-08 Red Oval Border & Binding !a yards Fabric C SANC-08 Emerald d yard
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Cuts *Fabric needed will vary depending on fabric motif selection to “Fussy Cut” pieces, adjust yardage as needed for selections.
^
@w” x $@” (Binding) See Adding the Appliqués page 00 to cut oval border pieces.
See Adding the Appliqués page 41 to cut oval border pieces.
Name, Placement & Yardage
Fabric D SANC-08 White Background & Mock Piping @6 yards
First Cuts $ ^ ^
1!)” x $@” @” x $@” !2” x $@”
!!
!“ x $@”
Fabric E SANC-08 Indigo Spokes s yard
@ &
Fabric F SANC-06 Red Sashing s yard Fabric G SANC-05 Sky Cornerstones 8 yard
Next Cuts !^ !)” x (” @ @ * @$ @$
!2” x @@” !2” x @)” !2” x !#” !” x *2” !” x &2”
@” x $@” !2” x $@”
!@ $ * @$ *
@” x %2” !2” x !(2” !2” x *2” !2” x #2” !2” squares
^
@” x $@”
!@ !@
@” x *2” @” x &2”
!
@” x $@”
(
@” squares
!# !2” x $@” @ Fabric H @ SANC-08 Autumn * Border #@ w yard
!2” x @)” !2” x !*” !2” x !!” !2” x *2”
Let’s Begin
3. Note: Center blocks are rectangles, not
Before you begin read all instructions. Referring to project Cutting Chart, cut First Cuts strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed under Next Cuts from these strips. Refer to General Instructions for detail technique instructions. Use an Accurate Seam Allowance and Assembly Line methods and a 4”-wide seam allowance to sew this project. Press seams in direction of arrows as indicated in each diagram.
squares. Referring to layouts (pages 39–40), arrange and fuse appliqués to sixteen 10” x 9” Fabric D pieces centering the design on each piece. Finish all appliqué edges with machine satin stitch or decorative stitching as desired. Square units to measure (2” x *2”. (The width is (2” and length is *2”). Make eight using Fabrics A (blue butterflies) and B, and eight using Fabrics A (red/green butterflies) and C.
Refer to General Instructions to choose your prefer method of applique, instructions given are for Quick Fused Appliqué Method. Note: It is recommended to use removable stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric when machine appliquéing. This will give stability to the piece, even stitching, and prevent puckering of fabric.
between two appliqué blocks, one of each combination as shown. Make eight. DiagramPress. 1
Adding the Appliqués
1. Trace sixteen of each appliqué pattern
(page 45) on paper side of lightweight fusible web leaving 2” space between pieces. Cut approximately 4” away from trace line. To reduce stiffness to quilt it is recommended to trim 4” away from both sides of trace line to remove the center section. Note: Test a small piece of the two fabrics being used in this quilt to make sure top appliqué fabric piece doesn’t show a difference in color where the fusible ends and the unfused area of the fabric remains. If this happens then the entire wrong side of fabric needs to be covered with fusible web.
Making the Blocks
1. Sew one !2” x *2” Fabric E strip !2”
*2”
Make 8
2. Sew one !2” x !(2” Fabric E strip
between two units from step 1 as shown, checking orientation of units prior to Diagram sewing. Press. Make four.2 !(2”
!2”
Make 4
2. With fusible web paper-side up, fuse to
wrong side of Fabrics A, B, and C following manufacturer’s instructions. Cut on traced line.
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Fun Facts About Butterflies In Japanese culture, butterflies carry a great number of meanings. Their most apparent symbolism is that of metamorphosis or transformation; they are specifically representative of those who have died as they are thought to carry the recently departed spirits. Butterflies also symbolize spring, and both the Chinese and Japanese generally view them as symbols of happiness and joy. They are a very popular motif in Japan, and a great number of traditional family crests (Kamon) utilize the butterfly in their designs. They’re also one of the most popular motifs in Kona Bay fabric designs. Often associated with traditional Shinto weddings, butterflies are seen adorning the sake flasks and containers that play such a prominent role in the ceremony and are thought to symbolize happiness within marriage as well as womanhood. There is even an old Japanese custom of sending two large paper butterflies as a wedding gift. One Japanese superstition says that if a butterfly enters your guestroom and perches behind a bamboo screen, the person whom you most love is coming to see you. Butterflies are also often seen as messengers, and in following them one will be lead to a mystery’s end.
3. Sew one !2” x #2” Fabric E piece
between two !2” x *2” Fabric H strips as Diagram 3 shown. Press. Make sixteen. *2”
#2”
*2”
!2”
Make 16
4. Sew one unit from step 2 between two
units from step 3, these are sewn to the top and bottom of large unit. Press. Sew this unit between two units from step 3 as shown. Press. Make four.4 Diagram
Make 4
5. Fold one !” x *2” Fabric D strip in half
lengthwise wrong sides together and press to make one 2” x *2” Fabric D folded strip. Place two folded strips on one @” x *2” Fabric F strip with raw edges matching and folded edge in toward center. Stay-stitch in place. Make twelve. Repeat using !” x &2” Fabric D pieces and @” x &2” Fabric F pieces to make twelve shorter units. Fold
Make 12 units @” x *2”
Make 12 units @” x &2”
6. Sew one @” x %2” Fabric E piece between
two &2” length units from step 5 as shown. Press. Make six. %2”
@”
Make 6
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7. Sew three units from step 6 betweenDiagram two units from step 4 as shown. Press. Make two. 7
Make 2
8. Arrange and sew together three @” Fabric G squares, four *2” length form step 5 and
two @” x %2” Fabric E pieces as shown. Press. Make three. Referring to layouts (pages 39– 40), arrange and sew these units to units from step 7. Press to make a whole quilt top center. %2”
@”
%2”
@”
@”
@”
Make 3 Top, Middle & Bottom Horizontal Rows
9. Arrange and sew together two !2” x !!” Fabric H strips, two !2” x #2” Fabric E pieces,
and one !2” x @)” Fabric H strip as shown. Press. Make two. Referring to layouts (pages 39–40), sew these units to top and bottom of quilt. Press. !!”
#2”
@)”
#2”
!!”
!2”
Make 2 Top and Bottom Rows
10. Arrange and sew together two !2” x !!” Fabric H strips, two !2” x #2” Fabric E pieces,
and one !2” x !*” Fabric H strip as shown. Press. Make three. Referring to layouts (pages 39–40), sew these units to sides of quilt. Press. !!”
#2”
!*”
#2”
!!”
!2”
Make 2 Side Rows
11. Arrange and sew together two !2” x !#” Fabric D strips, two !2” Fabric E squares,
and one !2” x @@” Fabric D strip as shown. Press. Make two. Referring to layouts (pages 39–40), sew these units to top and bottom of quilt. Press. !#”
!2”
@@”
!2”
!#”
!2”
Make 2 Top and Bottom Rows
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12. Arrange and sew together two !2” x !#” Fabric D strips, two !2” Fabric E squares,
and one !2” x @)” Fabric D strip as shown. Press. Make two. Referring to layouts (pages 39–40), sew these units to sides of quilt. Press. !#”
!2”
@)”
!2”
!#”
!2”
Make 2 Side Rows
13. Sew @” x $@” Fabric D strips end-to-end to make one continuous @”-wide Fabric D strip.
Press. Measure quilt from side to side. Cut two @”-wide strips to this measurement. Press seams toward border.
14. Measure quilt top through center from top to bottom, including borders just added.
Cut two @”-wide Fabric D strips to that measurement. Sew to sides of quilt and press.
Finishing the Quilt
1. Cut backing fabric piece into two equal pieces. Sew pieces together to make one ^)” x
*)” approximate backing piece. Press and trim backing to measure ^)” x %^”.
2. Press backing and quilt top trimming all excess threads. Layer and baste backing,
batting, and quilt top together. Hand or machine quilt as desired. Bind quilt as desired.
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Tokaido Road Quilt The Tokaido Road was an important route that connected Edo (modern day Tokyo) with Kyoto. Unlike the inland route, Nakasendo, the Tokaido route skirted the eastern coast of Japan and was the more heavily traveled of the two. In the Edo Period covering the years spanning from 1603 to 1868 pilgrims, merchants and farmers navigated the road primarily on foot.
Designed by Helene Knott
Tokaido Road Quilt Cutting Chart & Material List Tokaido Road Quilt $#2” x #!2” Assorted Asian prints are used for this project.
material list Backing !3 yards Batting $*” x #^” Read Cutting Tip prior to cutting fabrics. Cut strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed from these strips
Name, Placement & Yardage
Fabric A Sky 4 yard Appliqués Assorted Scraps
Cuts !
%2” x $)2”
Lightweight Fusible Web a yard
! ! !
%2” x $@” $2” x $@” #2” x $@”
!
@” x $@”
@
It is recommended to wash all fabrics prior to making this quilt. The background is strip pieced surrounded by borders then appliqués are added to the quilt top. Extra fabric will be needed if “Fussy Cutting” or using directional fabric.
Fabric D Mid-Meadow
Pre-cut all strips checking orientation of fabrics prior to cutting. For best results in choosing the fabrics for appliqués (skin, clothing, hats and staffs) choose fabrics that contrast well with each other and background fabrics. To help keep Traveler appliqué pieces separated each has been marked with asterisks: Pilgrim*, Farmer**, and Merchant***.
%2” x @$2” $2” x @!2” #2” x !^” #” x !#2” @” x !^” @” x !$2”
@” x $@”
! !
@” x $)2” @” x @%”
! !
#2” x $@” #” x $@”
a yard
!
@” x $@”
! ! ! ! !
#2” x @!2” #” x !&” #” x !!” @” x !^2” @” x !)2”
Fabric E Foreground Meadow
!
%2” x $@”
! ! ! !
%2” x !^2” $2” x !!” $2” x (” #2” x $”
! ! $
%” x $@” #” x $@” @2” x $@”
! !
%” x $)2” #” x $)2”
@
@” x #!2”
Fabric C Distance Meadow (fine scale print)
4 yard
(medium scale print)
(large scale print)
4 yard
Fabric F Border & Binding w yard
(binding)
@
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Next Cuts ! ! ! ! ! !
Fabric B Road s yard
Stabilizer 4 yard
Cutting the Strips and Pieces
First Cuts
Name, Placement & Yardage
@” x $@”
Let’s Begin Before you begin read all instructions. Referring to project Cutting Chart, cut First Cuts strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed under Next Cuts from these strips. Refer to General Instructions (pages 74–75) for detail technique instructions. Use an Accurate Seam Allowances and Assembly Line Method and a 4”-wide seam allowance to sew this project. Press seams in direction of arrows as indicated in each diagram.
Making the Quilt
1. Sew one %2” x $)2” Fabric A strip to one @” x $)2” Fabric C strip as shown. Press. $)2”
%2” @”
2. Sew one @” x @%” Fabric C strip to one @” x !^” Fabric B strip as shown. Press. @%”
!^”
@”
3. Sew one @” x !$2” Fabric B strip between one @” x !^2” and one @” x !)2” Fabric D strips as shown. Press.
!^2”
!)2”
!$2”
@”
4. Sew one #” x !#2” Fabric B strip between one #” x !!” and one #” x !&” Fabric D strips
as shown. Press.
!!”
!#2”
!&”
#”
5. Sew one #2” x !^” Fabric B strip between one #2” x $” Fabric E strip and one #2” x
@!2” Fabric D strip as shown. Press. $”
!^”
@!2”
#2”
6. Sew one $2” x @!2” Fabric B strip between one $2” x (“ and one $2” x !!” Fabric E
strips as shown. Press.
(”
@!2”
!!”
$2”
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7. Sew one %2” x !^2” Fabric E strip to one
%2” x @$2” Fabric B strip as shown. Press. !^2”
@$2”
%2”
8. Referring to diagram in step 9, arrange and
sew together rows from step 1-7. Press seam toward unit from step 7.
9. Sew unit from step 8 between one #” x $)2”
and one %” x $)2” Fabric F strips as shown. Press. Sew two @” x #!2” Fabric F strips to sides of unit from this step. Press. $)2”
#”
1. Trace all Traveler Patterns on pages
51–54 on paper side of lightweight fusible web leaving 2” space between pieces. Cut approximately 4” away from trace line.
2. With fusible web paper-side up,
fuse to wrong side of fabric scraps following manufacturer’s instructions. Cut on traced line.
3. Refer to photo on page 47 and
layout on page 48, to arrange and fuse appliqués to quilt. Finish all appliqué edges with machine satin stitch or decorative stitching as desired.
Finishing the Quilt
1. P ress b a c k ing a nd qu il t to p
trimming all excess threads. Refer to General Instructions for Finishing the Quilt. Here are some of Helene’s Quilting suggestions. %”
Adding the Appliqué The instructions given are for Quick Fused Appliqué Method for other methods refer to General Instructions for Appliqué Technique. Note: It is recommended to use removable stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric when machine appliquéing. This will give stability to the piece, even stitching, and prevent puckering of fabric. Tip: For easy placement of appliqués on fabric use an appliqué pressing sheet, page 75, to make appliqué units.
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• Quilt in the ditch along seams that separate the road from meadows and appliqué pieces. • Quilt around each appliqué piece.
• Add texture to appliqué for example draping folds in clothing and contour lines on hat. • Add texture to rest of quilt. For example all over stippling to define gravel road, grassy texture for meadows, sweeping lines in sky for clouds and a different texture on outside border pieces.
2. Layer and baste backing, batting,
and quilt top together. Hand or machine quilt as desired. Refer to Binding the Quilt and bind as desired.
6*
4*
3* 4* 5*
Traveler-Pilgrim
3*
Tokaido Pattern Patterns are reversed for Quick-Fused Machine Appliqué. If using Hand Appliqué technique reverse all patterns and add 4” seam allowance.
2*
1*
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7** 2**
8** 1**
9** 6**
10** 5**
4**
Trace pattern aligning placement lines to make a whole pattern.
Traveler-Farmer Tokaido Pattern 3**
Patterns are reversed for Quick-Fused Machine Appliqué. If using Hand Appliqué technique reverse all patterns and add 4” seam allowance.
2** 3** Placement Line
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Traveler-Merchant (page 1 of 2) Tokaido Pattern Patterns are reversed for Quick-Fused Machine AppliquÊ. If using Hand AppliquÊ technique reverse all patterns and add 4� seam allowance. Trace pattern aligning placement lines to make a whole pattern.
1*** 6***
Placement Line
4***
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Traveler-Merchant (page 2 of 2)
Tokaido Pattern Patterns are reversed for Quick-Fused Machine AppliquÊ. If using Hand AppliquÊ technique reverse all patterns and add 4� seam allowance.
7*** Trace pattern aligning placement lines to make a whole pattern.
6***
5***
2*** Placement Line
1*** 1***
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contributors
helene knott
www.heleneknott.com
Helene’s background is in art—primarily drawing and painting. She was born and raised in central California on the Monterey Peninsula, an area famed as an artists’ enclave. As a child, she showed an interest and a raw talent for artistic expression, an interest that was cultivated by her parents, grandparents and teachers alike. Upon graduating from high school, Helene apprenticed to a silversmith and explored metalworking and jewelry, later expanding her interests to include designing stained glass art for a studio owned by her husband. She continued her education, attending classes at Monterey Peninsula Community College with an emphasis in art and design. Several semesters were spent taking a series of courses that she hoped would lay the foundation for an art degree but life intervened and this goal was never realized. Helene’s family moved to Portland Oregon in 1991 and she took a hiatus from regular employment to explore fiber arts; an interest she had in embroidery in her youth had blossomed into an interest in quilting in the early 70s and she wanted to devote more time to develop and fine-tune her skills in that medium. Helene joined a local quilt guild, Northwest Quilters, and subsequently several other quilting organizations while she continued expanding on her interest in quilting. In 1999 Helene began teaching design and quilting classes. To this day, she teaches at local quilt shops and travels to teach and lecture outside of Oregon as well. “I enjoy teaching immensely and in 2006, I
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received a nomination for ‘Teacher of the Year’ by Professional Quilter Magazine,” shared Helene, “I have expanded my interest into designing commercial quilting patterns and currently have a number of successful series that are published by Story Quilts Inc. These include my whimsical Garden Patch Cats (cats shaped like fruits and vegetables); these patterns are distributed worldwide with an enthusiastic following.” Many of Helene’s quilts have won awards in local, regional, national and international shows; one quilt—‘Low Tide’ receiving a Best of Country award in the Mancuso World Quilt competition. Another— ‘Evening Song’ was considered as a runner up for the 100 Best Quilts of the Century in 2000. “Though my exploration in design is widely varied,” says Helene, “Asian Art has been a major influence in my style; in particular, I love the balance and composition in Japanese art.” Helene currently lives in Oregon City, Oregon on two acres of wooded property with her husband, two cats (one a rescue kitty from Afghanistan) and a parrot. Her closing comment was, “Life is wonderful!”
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Bring Bali Home …throw a party Take advantage of the longer days of summer and plan a fun party with a tropical theme. With the elegant and decorative prepare ahead recipes you’ll find here, you’ll be well on your way to an elegant party for four friends or twenty. Keep decorations simple and use what you have. Think neutral tones, bamboo, shells, plants and dark rich fabrics. Light a few fragrant candles, turn on easy listening music and you’re set for a worry free, relaxing evening filled with fond memories. Plus, SusanClaire Mayfield who owns the GourmetQuilter in New Zealand shares an idea for the perfect gift for your fabric loving guests.
Start by buying a package of fun little Asian umbrellas at your local party store. You may want to pick up plastic glasses unless you have a good stash at home. Check local thrift stores, too. They often have fun little discarded souvenir statues and an abundance of fun, inexpensive dishes. Need a table centerpiece? Put a couple inches of sand in a lined, large, low sided basket without handles. Place your candles and a few shells on the sand for a quick focal point.
Chicken Satay Shots ingredients Chicken 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts 3 Tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp red-pepper flakes 2 garlic cloves , crushed 1 Tbsp sesame oil parsley or cilantro salt and pepper 1 sweet red pepper cut into small squares 1 lime Bamboo skewers Shot glasses or or champagne flutes Satay Sauce ½ c creamy peanut butter 4 Tbsp rice vinegar ½ tsp red-pepper flakes
preparation Place bamboo skewers into water to soak. This will prevent them from burning when you cook the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips across the grain of the meat and put them into a bowl with the soy sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic and oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix together until the chicken is coated. Start with a piece of red pepper on the skewer. Then thread each strip of chicken lengthwise onto a bamboo skewer. These may be prepared a day ahead. To prepare the sauce, mix the peanut butter, rice vinegar and pepper flakes in a small bowl. Preheat the oven to 225°. Put the kebabs in the hottest part of the oven for 10 minutes. You can also grill these on a barbecue 1 to 2 minutes per side. When the chicken is done, remove from the heat and squeeze lime juice over the kebabs. Put a spoon of satay sauce and a skewer in each glass and garnish with greens or a thin slice of lime. Serve warm or cold.
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Cream Cheese Curry Shrimp & Cucumber Squares preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Mix curry cream cheese ingredients together in a small bowl until well blended and smooth. Cut shrimp in half lengthwise to make a flat side. Toast bread slices on a baking sheet until toasted lightly. Watch closely so bread doesn’t overcook. Let cool then spread each slice with curry cream cheese. Cut off crusts. Cut each slice into 2 pieces. Cut cucumber into 1/4” slices. Cut slices the length of bread and place on top. Put 2 shrimps halves on each strip and garnish. Cut each strip in half.
ingredients Squares 20 large cooked shrimp 1 large english cucumber 10 slices sandwich bread parsley or cilantro Curry Cream Cheese 4 Tbsp cream cheese, room temperature 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature 1 tsp curry powder ½ tsp salt
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Carrot Flowers Cut vegetables are functional and add to the beauty of the table. Carrot flowers add color and crunch. Plus, they can be prepared ahead of time and quickly. Consider making a flower medley. Radishes work well, also. and will add more color.
ingredients peeled carrots
preparation With a sharp knife, at an angle, cut into the lengthwise side of the carrot. Do not cut past the round center core. Make a second angled cut to form a V. Be very careful as the carrot will try to roll. Cut slowly and thoughtfully. Make several cuts around the carrot. Try different sizes of cuts and vary the number to accomplish a variety of looks. Once you’ve completed the lengthwise cuts, slice the “flowers” anywhere from 1/8 to 1/4” thickness. Arrange the carrot flowers on a large platter garnished with lettuce.
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Prepare pitchers ahead and keep a couple in the fridge ready to pour as needed. Always have at least one non-alcoholic option. Have fun with your beverages. Slice melon to garnish glasses and your drinks will become part of your table decorations Note: You can look at a part as an ounce, multiplying incrementally to fill your pitcher.
Afterglow (non-alchoholic)
Tequila Sunrise
ingredients
ingredients
4 parts orange juice
2 parts tequila
4 parts pineapple juice
5 parts orange juice
1 part grenadine
1 parts grenadine
preparation
preparation
Mix orange and pineapple juice. Add grenadine to the glass after juice.
Mimosa ingredients 3 parts chilled champagne/sparkling white wine 1 part orange juice
preparation Mix ingredients, chill and serve.
Mix tequila and orange juice. Add grenadine to the glass after tequila orange mix is poured in glass over ice.
Key West Screwdriver ingredients 2 parts vodka 1 part lime juice 6 parts orange juice
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Fabric to Go Quencher SusanClaire Mayfield, the mastermind behind the Gourmet Quilter created this lovely gift item. Prepare enough for each guest. They’ll make great decorations and your guests will be delighted!
ingredients 4 pieces of fabric, 5” x 8” each plastic wine glass paper cocktail umbrella party favor plastic animal
preparation Mix the ingredients as show in the photo and serve.
SusanClaire has been quilting since the seventies and was sewing as a child encouraged by her Mum before then. Each of her patterns have been personally crafted. Many capture a touch of tradition combined with great themes and some are simply works of art. SusanClaire’s quilts have been featured in exhibitions and magazines around the globe. The GourmetQuilter shared, “I am devoted to refined enjoyment of quilting, patchwork, appliqué and pattern design.” SusanClaire works out of a studio at her home in the New Zealand countryside. Learn more about SusanClaire at her website www.gourmetquilter. com where you will find her downloadable patterns, her blog, delicious mysteries and other tasty delights!
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The Sanctuary Collection, in stores this August— click on the quilt to download a free pattern.
Illuminating Bed Quilt & Pillow Sham For centuries Chinese have decorated their homes with lanterns to announce special occasions, good wishes or communicate with neighbors. Designed by Georgie Gerl
Illuminating Bed Quilt Cutting Chart & Material List Illuminating Bed Quilt 89” x 95” Featuring fabrics from the Sanctuary Collection.
material list Backing *8 yards Batting (&” x !)#” 1
Name, Placement & Yardage
Read Cutting Tip prior to cutting fabrics. Cut strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed from these strips
Cuts
$* &2” x (2” or (2” x &2” Fabric A SANC-02 Blue *Cut for each fabric A, B & “Fussy Cut” Center C. Pieces are “Fussy Cut”, & Outside Border note direction of cuts #4 yards some are vertical while
others are horizontal. Fabric B Refer to layouts on page SANC-02 Gray 65 and above for fabric “Fussy Cut” Center direction, determine motif 2 yard placement prior to cutting pieces. Fabric C Note: Read Cutting Fabric A SANC-01 Blue Tip on page 67 prior to “Fussy Cut” Center cutting Fabric A strips and pieces. 2 yard
Fabric D SANC-06 Sun Light Accents d yard
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!^ !2” x $@” 8 will be used for borders from remaining strips cut
@$ !2” x !!2”
First Cuts
Name, Placement & Yardage
Next Cuts
Fabric E !) @w” x $@” (Binding) SANC-08 Black !2” x $@” !^ !2” x !&2” @( Border & Binding $* !2” x (2” @6 yards Fabric F SANC-08 Beige Background #3 yards
@) #2” x $@”
Fabric G SANC-06 Blue Block Accent 4 yard
# !2” x $@”
!@ !2” x &2”
Fabric H SANC-06 Gray Block Accent 4 yard
#
!2” x $@”
!@ !2” x &2”
^ @2” x $@” * @” x $@” & !2” x $@”
@ #2” x !*2” #* #2” x !&2” @$ @2” x (2” $* !2” x @2” (^ !2” squares
Let’s Begin Before you begin read all instructions. Referring to project Cutting Chart, cut First Cuts strips as indicated in chart then cut smaller pieces listed under Next Cuts from these strips. Refer to General Instructions (pages 74–75) for detail technique instructions. Use an Accurate Seam Allowances and Assembly Line Method and a ¼”-wide seam allowance to sew this project. Press seams in direction of arrows as indicated in each diagram.
Cutting Fabric A
Border strips run parallel to selvage, fabric has four border repeats from selvage to selvage follow these steps to cut Fabric A.
1. Cut one 15” x 42” piece from large Fabric A piece remaining fabric measures 102” x 42”
approximately. Referring to layouts on pages 65–66, “Fussy Cut” four 9½” x 7½” or 7½” x 9½” from 15” x 42” piece.
2. From remaining large fabric piece measure and mark center between two adjacent
border strips as shown with red dash line. Cut on marked line. Do not marked the other Cutting Fabric A Diagram border set at this time.
First Cut Next cut *2”-wide strips
3. Refer to diagram in step 2 to determine placement and cut two 8½”-wide border strips
by length of fabric. Repeat for other adjacent border pieces. These four outside border pieces will be sewn to quilt using a mitered seam.
Making the Blocks
1. Sew one 1½” x 7½” Fabric G piece between two 1½” x 2½” Fabric F pieces as shown.
Press. Make twelve. Sew one 1½” x 7½” Fabric H piece between two 1½” x 2½” Fabric F pieces as shown. Press. Make twelve. Diagram 1
@2”
&2”
@2”
@2”
!2”
Make 12
&2”
@2”
!2”
Make 12
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2. Sew one !2” x (2” Fabric E piece
between two !2” Fabric F squares Diagram 2 forty-eight. as shown. Press. Make !2”
(2”
!2”
!2”
5. Sew two matching units from step 1, two units
from step 3 and one unit from step 4 as shown. Make twelve, six of each variation. Diagram 5
Make 48
3. Sew one !2 ” x !!2 ” Fabric D strip and two units from step 2 as shown. Press.Diagram Make3twenty-four. !!2”
!2” Make 24
4. Sew one &2” x (2” Fabric A, B
or C piece between two @2” x (2” Fabric F pieces as shown. Press. Make twelve, six of each variation, four of each fabric combination. Note: Fabrics A, B, and C are cut in two different directions first cut listed runs parallel to selvage. Total number of cuts needed from Fabric A, B and C are six fabrics cut (2” x &2” and six cut &2” x (2”. Diagram 4 @2”
&2”
6. Sew one vertical unit from step 5 between two
#2” x !&2” Fabric F strips as shown. Press. Make six and label Block 1. Block measures !&2” square. Diagram 6 #2”
Block 1
(2” @2”
&2”
@2” Make 12 (6 of each variation) Note: Total number of pieces needed from each fabric (A, B & C) is 4 direction will vary depending on motif placement.
#2”
!&2”
@2”
(2”
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Make 12 (6 of each variation using Fabrics A, B & C)
Make 6 Block measures !&2” square
7. Sew one horizontal unit from step 5
between two #2” x !&2” Fabric F strips as shown. Press. Make six. Diagram 7 !&2”
#2”
Fun Facts About Chinese Lanterns Chinese lanterns can be any color and each color has its own meaning and represents one of the five elements. Red happiness and good luck Fire element Yellow/Gold earth and mourning
#2” Make 6
Earth Blue immortality Wood element
8. Sew one !2” x !&2” Fabric E strip to
one #2” x !&2” Fabric F strip as shown. Press. Make fourteen. Two will be used in Assembling the Quilt. Diagram 8
White purity, old age and wisdom Metal element Black honesty, death and misfortune Water element
!&2”
!2”
#2” Make 14
9. Sew one unit from step 7 between two
units from step 8, checking orientation of units prior to sewing. Press. Make six and label Block 2. Block measures @%2” x !&2”. Diagram 9
Block 2
Personalizing Lanterns Ideas There are twelve blocks in this quilt. Here are a couple ideas to make it your own. • Use a different color for each block to represent the months in a year. • Make it a birthday quilt. Embroider relatives and friends birthdays in blocks. • Add appliqués to the center of each block. • Add family photos to the center of each block.
Make 6 Block measures @%2” x !&2”
• Make a scrappy quilt by using different fabric motifs in the center and assorted colors for the other fabrics.
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Assembling the Quilt 1. Sew two !2” x !&2” Fabric E strips, two of Block 1 and one of Block 2 as shown. Press.
Sew !2” x $@” Fabric E strips end-to-end to make one continuous !2”-wide Fabric E strip. Measure unit from this step and cut one !2”-wide Fabric E strip to this measurement. Sew this strip to top of unit. Press. Diagram 10
!2”
!2”
!&2”
2. Sew unit from step 1 between two #2” x !*2” Fabric F strips as shown. Press and label
this Row 1.
Diagram 11
#2”
#2”
!*2”
Row 1
3. Sew two of Block 2 and one of Block 1 together as shown. Press. Measure unit and cut
two !2”-wide Fabric E strip to this measurement. Sew to top and bottom of unit. Press. Make two and label Rows 2 and 4. Diagram 12
!2”
!2” Make 2 Rows 2 & 4
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4. Arrange and sew together two units from Making the Block step 8, two of Block 1, and
one of Block 2 as shown. Press and labelDiagram Row 3.13
Row 3
5. Referring to layouts on pages 65–66, arrange and sew rows from steps 1-4 together.
Press.
Adding the Borders 1. Sew @” x $@” Fabric F strips end-to-end to make one continuous @”-wide Fabric F strip.
Press. Measure quilt from side to side. Cut two @”-wide strips to this measurement. Sew to top, and bottom of quilt. Press seams toward border.
2. Measure quilt through center from top to bottom, including borders just added. Cut
two @”-wide Fabric F strips to that measurement. Sew to sides of quilt and press.
3. Referring to steps 1 and 2 to join, measure, trim, and sew !2”-wide Fabric D strips to
top, bottom, and sides of quilt. Press.
4. For mitered outside border measure quilt to obtain each side measurements. Find the
center of quilt’s side edges and mark each with a pin. Fold each Fabric A border strip in half crosswise to find its midpoint and mark. Measure from border center mark and pin where the edges of the quilt will be.
5. Align a border strip and quilt pins at midpoints and quilt outside edges. Pin entire
strip easing to fit if necessary.
6. Sew border to quilt, starting and stopping 4” from quilt outside edges. Repeat to sew
all four borders to quilt.
Diagram 14
and aligning border outside edges. Place a long ruler on fold line extending from quilt folded edge and past border. Using a fabric removable marker draw line through border this will be the stitching line. Starting at 4” mark, stitch from mark to outside border edge. Check for squareness, adjust if desired, when satisfied trim excess fabric. Press seams open. Repeat for all corners.
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7. Fold corner of quilt at a $%0 angle right sides together Wrong side of quilt
Wrong side of Outside Border
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Finishing the Quilt 1. Cut backing fabric piece into
three equal pieces. Sew pieces together to make one (&” x !@)” approximate backing piece. Press and trim backing to measure (&” x !)#”.
Illuminating Pillow Sham Cutting Chart & Material List
2. Press backing and quilt top
trimming all excess threads. Refer to General Instructions for Finishing the Quilt. Layer and baste backing, batting, and quilt top together. Hand or machine quilt as desired. Refer to Binding the Quilt and bind as desired.
Illuminating 1 Pillow Sham 29” x 21” Makes 2
material list Backing !q yards Batting & Lining Cut two of each #!” x @#” Cuts
Name, Placement & Yardage
Illuminating Pillow Sham Make these complimentary pillow shams to complete your bed ensemble. designer: Georgie Gerl
Let’s Begin Before you begin read all instructions. Use an 4”-wide seam allowance to sew this project. Press all border seams toward border just sewn.
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Fabric C SANC-01 Blue Block Center a yard
@
“Fussy Cut”
$ Fabric D $ SANC-06 Sun Block Light Accent $ 2 yard
Fabric E SANC-08 Black Accent Border w yard
&2” x (2”
!2” x @&2” !2” x !(2” !2” x !!2”
$ $ $ $ *
!2” x @(2” !2” x @%2” !2” x @!2” !2” x !&2” !2” x (2”
Fabric F SANC-08 Beige Background q yard
* $ * !^
#2” x !&2” @2” x (2” !2” x @2” !2” squares
Fabric G SANC-06 Blue Block Accent 8 yard
$
!2” x &2”
Making the Pillow Shams 1. Refer to Illuminating Bed Quilt, pages
67–69 to make two of Block 2.
2. Sew one Block 2 between two !2” x
@%2” Fabric E strips as shown. Press seams
toward border. Make two. @%2”
4. Sew one unit from step 3 between
two !2” x @!2” Fabric E strips. Press. Sew this unit between two !2” x @(2” Fabric E strips. Press. Make two. @(2”
!2”
!2”
!2” Make 2
3. Sew one unit from step 2 between two !2 ” x !(2 ” Fabric D strips. Press seams
toward border. Sew one unit between two !2” x @&2” Fabric D strip. Press. Make two. @&2”
!2”
!2” Make 2
5. Layer batting between one pillow top
and one lining piece. Hand or machine quilt as desired. Trim batting and lining even with pillow top.
6. Cut four !$” x @(2” Backing pieces. On
one long edge of backing piece fold under 4” to the wrong side and press. Turn under an additional 4 ” and press. Stitch along folded edge. Repeat for other backing pieces. Pieces should measure !#2” x @(2”
7. Place quilted pillow top and two backing
!2” Make 2
pieces right sides together matching raw edges and overlapping backing pieces (finished hem edges toward center). Using a 4”-wide seam sew around all edges, clip corners and turn right side out. Press. Make two.
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general instructions
How-to Help You! Before You Begin We recommend washing and pressing your fabric prior to cutting it into strips and pieces. To help prevent fabric from fraying in the washer, clip corners at a 45 degree angle removing a small triangle piece.
Achieving a Perfect Block Accurate Seam Allowance Use 4”-wide seam allowance for all projects in this magazine unless otherwise stated. If seam allowances differ as little as z” assembling blocks will be difficult, especially when incorporating several block designs in a quilt. To check your seam allowances follow these steps.
Half Square Triangles
without breaking threads, continue this process to stitch additional units. Cut sections apart, press and continue with next step.
Fussy Cut This process is the selection and cutting of a particular motif pattern which is featured in a cut piece. Remember to center design and always allow for seam allowance.
Simple Triangles This is an easy way to make triangles from squares.
Step 1 Draw a diagonal line on the wrong side of fabric square that will become the triangle. This will be your stitch line.
Step 1 Cut three 12” x 6” pieces of fabric from assorted scraps. Sew pieces together to make one 32” x 6” piece. Press.
Step 2 Center strip should measure 1” x 6”. If piece measures differently check to see if seams have been pressed flat. If the piece still differs cut new strips and adjust seam allowance until you achieve the perfect stitch.
Pressing Press using steam or dry heat setting. Always use an “up and down” motion since a side-to-side motion can distort the block or unit.
Assembly Line Method Use this method when making multiple pieces or blocks.
Step 2 Place marked square on fabric piece shown in construction step matching raw edges. Sew on drawn line and trim 4” away from stitching.
Fabric A- 2 2" x 2 2" Fabric B- 2 2" x 6 2"
Step 3 Press seams as indicated in construction diagram. Measure sewn piece to check accuracy.
Tip: There is a waste factor with this technique but you can stitch an additional 2” away from stitch line. Cut piece between stitching saving the smaller version for some future project. Diagram 3
Step 1
Position pieces right sides together, stitch unit.
Step 2 Align and sew the next unit
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This technique differs from the Simple Triangle method; you will be making two triangles at one time.
Step 1 Draw a diagonal line on the wrong side of one fabric square. Place marked square and one corresponding square right sides together. Sew a scant 4” away from drawn line on both sides, cut on drawn line, and press.
Fabric F- 2 2" x 2 2" Fabric D- 2 2" x 2 2"
Square to 2” Make 2
Step 2 Measure unit and trim as indicated in construction diagram.
Applique Technique Quick Fused Method This method joins fabric to each other with the use of fusible web. There are many types on the market and you will need to refer to manufacturer’s instruction for specific requirements. If quilt does not require laundering you can use heavy-weight fusible web and follow steps 1-4. If your quilt will require laundering use lightweight fusible web and follow all steps. Remember that appliqués when pressed to background fabric will be a reverse image from patterns provided.
Step 1 Trace all appliqué pieces on the paper side of lightweight fusible web leaving 2” space between pieces. Cut approximately 4” away from traced line.
Step 2 With fusible web paper side up, fuse to the wrong side of fabric scraps following manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 3 Cut on draw line. Remove future project
paper backing, a thin film of adhesive will remain on fabric.
General Instructions
Step 4 Referring to project photo, position and fuse all pieces of one appliqué design at a time onto background.
Tip: An Appliqué Pressing Sheet is very helpful when there are many elements to a design. Place your pattern (reverse image from pattern provided) under the pressing sheet as a guide. Arrange pieces on sheet and press following manufacturer’s instructions. Allow piece to cool, remove appliqué unit and arrange on background to fuse unit in place. If the piece is not cooled, the fusible web could remain on the sheet instead of the fabric.
Step 5 If using a machine, cut a piece of stabilizer larger than appliqué area and pin to wrong side of fabric. Stabilizer is used to achieve an even stitch. Using a satin stitch, blanket stitch or other decorative stitching to secure appliqué in place. Start stitching from the background to the foreground. Option: use a hand embroidery stitch instead.
Hand Appliqué If project specifies quick-fuse you will need to reverse all patterns and add 4”- wide seam allowance. The steps that follow will add the seam allowance after pattern is traced onto fabric.
Step 1 Make a template of all pattern pieces and indicate where pieces overlap. Place template on right side of selected fabric.
Step 2 Trace around template using a removable fabric marker. This will be your turn under guide. Cut out shapes approximately 4” beyond traced line. Step 3 When layering and positioning pieces always work from the background to the foreground.
Step 4 Enter from the wrong side of applique shape bringing the needle up on the traced line. Using the tip of the
needle turn under a small portion of the fabric along trace line and secure with thumb. Using a blind stitch, stitch along folded edge to join piece to background. Stitch is hidden under fabric.
Option 1 Step 1 Position binding away from corner leaving 8” free of stitches and aligning raw edges with the edge of the quilt. Sew using a 4”-wide seam.
Step 2 Stop sewing 4” from quilt top
Blind Stitch
Finishing the Quilt
edge and backstitch. Clip threads and turn quilt. Fold binding up at a 45 degree angle to create the mitered corner as shown.
Diagram 1
Backing fabric and batting should be 4”-8” larger than the quilt top. Press backing and quilt top trimming all excess threads from quilt prior to basting.
Step 1 Lay backing right side down, batting and quilt top (right side up) on top.
Step 2 Backing and batting need to
Step 3 Fold the binding back down aligning top fold with edge of quilt and matching raw edges. Start stitching 4” Diagram 2 for all corners. from quilt edge. Repeat
be taut prior to basting quilt. Start in the center and work out toward edges. You can hand stitch, pin or use a specialty tool to baste quilt together.
Step 3 Check batting instruction for quilting requirements. Hand or machine quilt as desired. Remove basting.
Binding the Quilt Two options are given for binding the quilt. For both options trim batting and backing 4” beyond raw edge of quilt, this will give fullness to the binding. Sew binding stripes end-to-end to make one continuous strip. Fold and press binding strips in half lengthwise with wrong sides together. To reduce bulk when joining strips, cut ends at 450 angle and sew together as shown.
Step 4 Determine length needed for binding strip ends, trim and sew ends together. Stitch binding to quilt. Fold binding to back of quilt, a diagonal fold will form at the corners. Hand-stitch binding to back of quilt.
Option 2 Step 1 Measure quilt through center from side to side. Cut two binding strips to this measurement. Sew to top and bottom of quilt matching raw edges with edge of quilt. Press binding away from quilt top.
Step 2 Measure quilt through center from top to bottom including the binding just added. Cut two strips to this measurement and sew to sides of quilt. Press.
Step 3 Fold top and bottom strips to the back and pin in place. Repeat for sides. Hand-stitch binding to quilt. 2012 ASIAN FABRIC 75
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