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	Coloring with Thread Quilters, crafters, garment makers, and needle workers of all types will find the text packed with facts, tips, projects, and troubleshooting guide. Skip all of the factual information, and look at the luscious photographs of quilts and close-up photos of Ann's award winning free-motion embroidery. There is something for everyone in this book. The book is in gorgeous color, 96 pages, 8.5 x 11 inches, $ plus shipping. More information here
	Ann's Favorite Five Ann loves sewing with variegated thread for embroidery and machine quilting. She has packaged her five favorite colors together with special machine needles and a page of thread tips; for you to give as a gift, or keep for yourself! $ plus shipping. More information here
	Ginko Christmas Tree Pattern Ann uses leaves as a design element in many of her quilts. The ginkgo leaf is a favorite because she discovered them in her favorite place, Winona Lake, IN! This pattern uses a stylized ginkgo leaf that is fused and arranged in rows to create a realistic Christmas tree, on a plain bordered background. The shapes may be machine appliqued or free-motion embroidered into place. Instructions for each method are included. There are two sizes are included in the pattern bag. Make the 9 x 12 inch quilt for a gift, and keep the larger one, 20 x 26 inches for yourself. This pattern is $ plus shipping. View Completed Project
	White Coneflower Pattern This pattern is based on Ann's prize winning quilt of the same name. She loves the way the white flower petals brighten up the dark spots in her garden, and likes to watch butterflies and bees collect food and honey from the large cones. The flowers are fused onto a background of rich blue squares; a curvy fused strip creates an easy inner border to frame the quilt. Complete directions are given for either machine applique' or free-motion embroidery. There are plenty of tips and ideas to embellish this cluster of flowers. The finished top is approximately 28 x 28 inches square. The pattern is $ plus shipping. View Completed Project
	Three Water Lilies Pattern You can almost hear the sounds of the water lapping at the shore, while looking at these peaceful water lilies. The beauty of this flower comes from its simplicity. They were special to me in my childhood years, and have become an important element in my quilts. In this pattern, three beautifully detailed lilies float above seven lily pads that are machine appliqued in place. They all rest on a patchwork surface of six inch blue squares with a curvy fused inner border. This pattern is $ plus shipping. View Completed Project
	Spiral Roses in Red Pattern Spiral Roses in Red includes thorough instructions for a machine pieced and appliqued quilt top. The finished size of this graphic quilt is approximately 46 x 35 inches. Ann's trademark spiral roses are set on a background of neutral square blocks edged by a strip pieced border. Green leaves are satin stitched in place add contrast in color and size to the other elements of the quilt. The quilt can be made to hang horizontally or vertically! The spirals are fused, then machine stitched using a satin stitch or a decorative one, your choice. The pattern is $ plus shipping. View Completed Project
	Black Eyed Susans Pattern Black Eyed Susans or, Rudbeckia, are one of my favorite flowers. They brighten up the shady spots in my garden, and their wonderful golden color lasts longer than any other blossom in my yard. Each spring I give away the new seedlings to friends and strangers. Not only do they bloom all over town, but now they continue to bloom all year in my quilts. This pattern, 31 x 38 inches, is for quilters that are comfortable using the sewing machine. The flowers are fused onto a pieced background. You may machine (free-motion) embroider them in place or use a satin stitch around the edges of the leaves and flowers. There are instructions for both techniques. The border is applied in "log cabin style" using strips of various fabrics in dark browns. The pattern is $ plus shipping. View Completed Project
	Purple Diamonds Pattern Purple Diamonds can be made using your choice of colors, combining rich tones with pastel fabrics. The finished size of the top is 36 x 44 inches. Twelve blocks, set on point, alternating with plain squares. A double border repeats the pieced design in the enter. The blocks and border are sewn on a lightweight foundation using strips cut in a variety of widths. This quilt top is an excellent way to use up all the small scraps and strips that quilters seem to accumulate. Designed for the quilter that loves decorative quilting designs. It is easy enough for a beginner, but can be interesting for a more experienced quilter as no two blocks turn out the same. It's fun. Shown on Ann's segment of "Simply Quilts." The pattern is $ plus shipping. View Completed Project
	Interwoven Strips in Red and Blue Pattern This 36 x 36 inch quilt top is fun and easy to make. You'll feel very creative as every block turns out different than the one before. It's fun to see how different colors and prints work together. A wide selection of fabric strips is necessary to complete this piece. You may use scraps, strips and even left over pieces of bias binding to create the blocks. A lightweight foundation of nonwoven sew-in interfacing remains under the block and provides a stable backing for the finished quilt top. Once you make the first block you will see the potential for an unlimited number of variations and settings. What a wonderful way to use up those little pieces of fabric you've been saving! This pattern was the basis for Ann's appearance on episode #621 of "Simply Quilts." This pattern is appropriate for all levels of quilters; beginner to advanced. The pattern is $ plus shipping. View Completed Project
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