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We’ve opened the covers on three new books!

Aug 3rd, 2009 by Penny Haren

Melinda Bula is best known for her beautiful floral quilts – and the applique technique that she has perfected to create them. Her first book – Cutting Garden Quilts – taught us how to take a photograph and break it down into manageable segments like the old fashioned paint by number sets. She is one of those people who is so enthusiastic about what she does, that she convinces you that you can do it too!

When I heard that she was sending quilts from her new book – Candy Cane Lane – to our Open House next month, I assumed it would be in a similar vein! Wrong! Melinda is full of surprises! This book -and the projects in it – are whimsical, charming, and just plain fun. It is a happy book that is guaranteed to make you smile!

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Turn the page – blog style – and see the treats that await you inside! We all love polka dots – and who could resist this little charmer???

Who can resist candy canes, pinwheels and yo yos – and throw in some snowflakes – just for good measure!

And who can resist snowmen????

Cynthia Tomaszewski is sending some of her latest designs from her new book Quilts from Paradise. Anyone who loves the beach, will love this book! Her sense of color and the distinctive appliques give her her own sense of style!

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I love her quirky flower designs that are showcased so beautifully in this quilt.

Since I just returned from Flagstaff, this quilt has a desert feel. The sand and Terra cotta colors are the perfect backdrop for her appliques.

And, then there is just charming! Who can resist a blue and rose quilt – that is the perfect project to showcase your batiks!

Lorraine Olsen’s new book – Little Lone Star Quilts features seven different projects showcasing one of quilting’s all time favorite patterns. And, you don’t have to be from Texas to enjoy it!