A few weeks ago now my friend and patchwork guru Sarah Fielke asked if I would be interested in being involved in her book tour.
She didn't need to ask twice. That's Sarah from Material Obsession 1 & 2 fame afterall. I said yes before I had finished reading the email.
I was lucky enough to meet Sarah at Houston and then AQM late last year and have always been in awe of the way she puts a quilt together. The fabrics, colour choices and sheer size of her quilts simply knocks my socks off. Quite seriously.
So I wanted to share a few pictures from her book.
Yes you can read my mind, this is the exact moment I wish I didn't have to sleep, I could sew 24/7 and I had a fabric stash the size Sarah's. It's awesome I tell you.
So right now I am dreaming this is my bedroom and back porch, with my gorgeous yellow mug & wicker chair.
The concept of the book is unique - the quilts are grouped into 10 pairs, with each pair consisting of a dolly quilt and a full sized quilt that was inspired in some way by the dolly. The dolly gives you the opportunity to perfect a technique before you tackle a large project it's a great way to step out of your comfort zone and dip your toe in without focusing on a huge project.
I have been imagining a real collection of dolly quilts in my home ever since.
The book is incredibly detailed, from discussing design walls to special rulers, foundation piecing to choosing fabrics and amazing, amazing, *sigh* worthy images (thanks to Sue Stubbs)
Plus I love the names of the projects - 'Sandwich short of a Picnic' or 'Rebel with a Rotary'
Quilting - From Little Things is a wonderful book for every level of sewer who has a love of colour and a passion for learning new techniques.
Congratulations Sarah!
and in Sarah's words: "My fabric choice philosophy boils down to this - it it makes your heart sing, it's perfect." So very, very true.
Till then,
Natalie xo
Congratulations to Sarah! I love the concept. I did that very thing when re-learning how to knit. I made baby garments to learn different techniques. Thanks a lot.
Posted by: Plumber in Denver | March 04, 2013 at 09:57 PM
Thanks for a terrific review of what sounds and looks like a wonderfully inspiring and fun filled book.
Posted by: Seattle Vacation Rentals | January 14, 2013 at 05:42 PM
TODAS TUS LABORES ME PARECEN PRECIOSAS.
SALUDOS.
Posted by: alicia | April 28, 2011 at 12:06 AM
Thanks for the review - looks like a great book!
Posted by: Colleen | April 19, 2011 at 05:03 AM
Quilting is so close to my heart and I haven't made one in years. Your posting is stirring up a yearning to get one started. Now....to choose a pattern. I'll have to check out this book. Thanks so much for sharing!
Posted by: Laura Clauson | April 19, 2011 at 12:34 AM
As this book will not be available in the USA for a while, I do hope that can win it. Sarah has an amazing sense of color and design. Lovely giveaway.
Posted by: MarciaW | April 18, 2011 at 08:57 AM
Yes, the colors and the way Sarah mixes and matches them is so inspiring to me! I'd love to have this eye candy book to further stir my creative juices!
Posted by: Brita | April 17, 2011 at 11:34 PM
Would love to own this beautiful book.
Leena
Posted by: Leena | April 17, 2011 at 08:02 PM
Wonderful book. I love the photos Makes you want to grab a quilt and cuddle up.
Posted by: Billie Beth | April 17, 2011 at 02:02 AM
The wicker chair, yellow mug and beautiful quilt look so inviting to sit down, enjoy a cup of tea and Sarah's new book. What a delight and treasure that would be.
Posted by: Kathy | April 17, 2011 at 01:03 AM
Beautiful pictures - I'd like to sit in that wicker chair on the porch!
Posted by: Kate | April 16, 2011 at 07:05 PM
It's fun to discover what are the excerpts from the book reveals every step of The book tour ! Thanks !
Posted by: Florence | April 16, 2011 at 06:50 PM
Looks fabulous! Another one for my wish list.
Posted by: kel | April 16, 2011 at 02:13 PM
I so so so so so want this book, really I do.
Posted by: deb | April 16, 2011 at 12:58 PM
The quilts look amazing. I have so enjoyed following the book tour.
Posted by: Val | April 16, 2011 at 11:13 AM
not wanting to repeat myself but I really want this book - I'm going to a big city in a few weeks so hope to be able to find a copy of my own - if I win one in the meantime all the better ! the only problem I think I'll have is which quilt to try first - thanks for the review Natalie and the photos - they are gorgeous and your blog is also gorgeous.
Posted by: daisy | April 16, 2011 at 11:09 AM
Rebel with a rotary! Just the image I need to cultivate!
Posted by: Donna | April 16, 2011 at 09:22 AM
Sarah's fabric choices are so bright and colourful they make my heart sing. Who would not feel happy when they are stitching these quilts up.
Posted by: Pip | April 16, 2011 at 08:30 AM
"So right now I am dreaming this is my bedroom"....me too. As I lay in bed this morning I starting think of this quilt and making it for my bed. I ordered her book yesterday so hopefully I can make my daydream a reality.
Posted by: Pieces of Sunshine | April 16, 2011 at 07:24 AM
A festival of colors for our happyness. Sarah is a fairy of needle.
Posted by: café noir | April 16, 2011 at 07:08 AM