Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com
Subtitled A Treasury of Patterns for Patchwork & Appliqué, this comprehensive book is just that--250 pages of pattern-block diagrams accompanied by concise construction directions and small color photos of the made-up blocks in well-chosen colors. In addition, a prelimary chapter gives instructions for about 15 projects, and a tips and techniques section outlines the basics for making the blocks and the projects. Whether your tastes run to the more traditional (nine-patch, star, basket, or pineapple variations, among many others) or the more experimental (appliquéd orchids, cacti, or heraldic designs, for example), you're likely to find something of interest here.
Book Description
501 pieced and appliquéd quilt blocks, easily customized for unique, personalized themes.40 step-by-step projects for using blocks in the form of wearables, personal accessories, and home and seasonal decorations. Illustrated with more than 500 full-color photos and 600 line drawings. Contains extensive ideas—from tea cozies and pillows to clothing and full-size quilts.
Customer Reviews:
Review #1: 501 Quilt Blocks: A Treasury of Patterns for Patchwork & Appliqué
2006-08-25 
I received this book in top condition and withing 10 days of ordering. Thank you!
Review #2: Everything you ever wanted to quilt, and then some
2005-09-16
There is only one thing I don't like about this book: It is so much fun to look at and read, I'll NEVER get around to cutting and sewing. But if I ever do make any of the fabulous blocks in this book, I am going to come out with fabulous quilts, hangings, table runners, and anything else I want. There are a few projects in here too, and the instructions and photos and pictures are all clear, concise and fun. I love this book, for the blocks and for the inspiration.
Review #3: BH&Gardens 501 quilt blocks
2002-12-06
The book just arrived. I am new at quilting. There is every applique design you could ever want to use. The other block designs are just beautiful. If I could only have 1 book to use, it would be this book. The directions are clear and very easy to understand. I can't wait to get startedf!!!
Review #4: Only ONE pattern book? This is it!
2002-11-11
This is my all time favorite pattern book!! If I could only afford one pattern book, I hope that is not so, this would be it! Loaded with 250 pages of patterns for patchwork, appliquý and many are easily adaptable to foundation piecing. Blocks are shown in 4" size but I have enlarged them on a copier with great success. Each of the blocks are shown in clear concise color photos. There are many wonderful themes scattered throughout the book, including: Teatime, Thirties, Flowers, Noah's Ark, and every holiday you can think of. The Preface offers 40 different projects you could make with these blocks, including wearable art.
Review #5: Great block ideas--not really for beginners...
2002-05-09 
This is a great block pattern book. However as a beginner quilter, I have a hard time using this book to it's full potential because many of the patterns are a difficult and translating these blocks into a quilt requires some experience in figuring out how much fabric you'll need. I am definitely keeping the book and I'm sure I'll use it more when I'm a bit more experienced. I would recommend it to intermediate and advanced quilters. |
