Addicted to Scraps 12 Vibrant Quilt Projects [Paperback]

Bonnie Hunter and her website www.quiltville.com are very well known for scrappy quiltsthe more fabrics the better! Bonnie is also renowned for creating her 'scrap user system,' which enables her to access her stash easily and make the most of even the tiniest precious piece. From the generous sharing of information in the beginning to help you get the best results, through to the eye-boggling scrappiness of each project, this book (her seventh) is classic Bonnie. Each quilt is big, designed to go on a bed and be used and loved. Some of the designs are more muted, some are very bright, and there is even a Christmas one. The overall look is traditional, but by adding in the many fabrics and colours, the patterns gain a new vibrancy and interest. You will find yourself re-thinking the fabric you have not been brave enough to use before. While the thought of cutting and piecing so many components may seem daunting, the instructions are laid out in a logical order, there are many diagrams and lots of written instructions, plus a quick visual overview of how the blocks go together.If you have too many scraps and dont know what to do with them, Addicted To Scraps features 12 super-scrappy designs to inspire you plus loads of tips on managing your fabric stash and combining prints and colours.The Queen of Scraps, American quiltmaker Bonnie K. Hunter, is back with another collection of bed-size quilts, all made from traditional patchwork blocks. If you're already a Bonnie fan, you'll definitely want to add this book to your collection. If you're not familiar with her work, visit her website, quiltville.com, for an insight into her skill in combining all manner of print fabrics to create quilts with a squillion little pieces and tonne of impact. The projects in this latest book allow you to work effectively with your stashthe brights, the beauties, the out-of-date, the weird, the drab and the downright ugly. Bonnie is a strong advocate of using what you have and focusing lÓÎ