Crazy Patchwork

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Summary: Crazy Patchwork by Janet Haigh
Review: Having lost my confidence with the needle following a long spell of illness, this book, Crazy Patchwork, a Christmas gift from my husband, first gave me great pleasure just looking through it, and secondly inspiration to pick up my needle again.

Beautiful pictures illustrate the non-patronising instructions to create glorious new items from recycled bits and pieces, many of which most needlewomen will find in their possession.
Some of the projects are easier than others but even the ones which are a little more difficult have simplied options.
The projects are varied, modern without being harsh, and pretty without being old-fashioned.

Have you ever noticed in "how-to" books that there are often irritating ommissions, as if the writer wanted you to how clever they are but are not prepared to share all of their knowledge with you. THIS BOOK IS NOT ONE OF THEM!
Janet Haigh, who is obviiously an expert needlewoman, tells it all.

I LOVE this book.

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Summary: Deliciously inspiring
Review: Of all the books in my growing library of crazy quilt books, this is one of my all time favorites. Great discussions of fabrics, threads, color choices. The photographs are stunning and the quilts inspiring. You won't be disappointed.

Rating:
Summary: Deliciously inspiring
Review: Of all the books in my growing library of crazy quilt books, this is one of my all time favorites. Great discussions of fabrics, threads, color choices. The photographs are stunning and the quilts inspiring. You won't be disappointed.

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Summary: Delicious to look at!
Review: This book, by an English crazy quilter was a great edition to my growing smorgesborg of Crazy Quilt books. The photos in this book are a delight, full of color and detail. The range of variations in projects is a real inspiration- the many different looks and feels of crazy quilts.