Thread Magic The Enchanted World Of Ellen Anne Eddy [Paperback]

Enter the enchanted world of Ellen Anne Eddy. Inspirational images of machine embroidery and applique creations depicting colorful bugs, birds, fish, flora and fauna that spark the imagination. Capture the beauty of nature by making a floral art quilt using Eddy's fusible appliqu? and machine embroidery techniques. Learn how to develop your own vivid designs and then choose the best fabrics, threads, and embellishments to create special effects that bring your design to life. With Ellens innovative no-pattern approach, youll be on your way to becoming a master art quilter just like her!Finding the BeginningLooking at the QuiltsEquipping the StudioDesigning in ColorDrawing and DesignEmbroidering with a MachineMaking Sheer MagicApplying Embroidered AppliquesStitching in Free-MotionEmbellishing the Quilt TopBuilding the Perfect Quilt SandwichQuilting with Free-Motion TechniquesRehabilitating Troubled QuiltsAfterwordQuilt ExhibitionResourcesEllen Anne Eddy is an internationally known fiber artist whose wall art goes beyond the traditional concept of quilting. Fish, bugs, birds, and frogs are found throughout her art, blending her dreams and vision with the natural world. She uses hand-dyed fabrics, lames, machine embroidery, cut-away applique, and layered sheers to create the illusion of flames, water, and mist in her work. Visit Ellen Anne on the Web at: www.EllenAnneEddy.com.