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The Modern Medallion Workbook: 11 Quilt Projects to Make, Mix & Match Paperback – May 1, 2015

by Janice Zeller Ryan (Author), Beth Vassalo (Author)

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Medallion quilts, known for detailed borders built around a central focal point, have seen a resurgence in the modern quilting movement. Savor the intricate piecing and sophisticated appliqué behind 11 all-new modern medallion quilts, designed by popular quilting bloggers. Projects range from basic to complex, with each quilt as unique as its maker. Stitch a ring of Flying Geese, learn how to resize borders, and master useful techniques, such as sewing inset curves and paper piecing. Mix and match borders, using the provided line drawings as coloring pages, to plan your design and create your own unique modern masterpiece!

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180 pages
Language

English
Publisher

C&T Publishing / Stash Books
Publication date

May 1, 2015
Dimensions

8 x 0.43 x 10 inches
ISBN-10

1607059916
ISBN-13

978-1607059912
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Medallion quilts are a traditional style that has been wholeheartedly embraced by the modern quilting movement. Most such quilts consist of a central focal block surrounded by a series of symmetrical borders, giving an appearance of a framed picture. This collection, curated by two well-known quilt bloggers, gives full instructions for piecing 11 different medallion quilts, with styles ranging from traditional-made-modern (Erica Jackman’s Oviedo Medallion) to minimalist (Christina Lane’s Graphical Modern Medallion). The quilt designs are beautiful, but what’s most impressive about this collection is the variety of techniques included—everything from hand stitching to curved piecing to improvisational piecing to appliqué makes an appearance. A coloring sheet is provided for each design, allowing quilters to plan their color scheme and audition fabrics. VERDICT It’s rare to find a quilting book that is both trendy and widely appealing. There are projects in this collection that will suit diverse tastes, and the customizable nature of medallion quilts guarantee quilters of a variety of skill levels the opportunity to challenge themselves creatively. ― Library Journal, March 2015

"The Modern Medallion Workbook" (C&T Publishing), by Janice Zeller Ryan and Beth Vassalo, also shares intricate patterns for applique quilting. The 11 modern patterns, by 11 expert quilters, range from basic to advanced. "It was a lightbulb moment for me when I realized that the definition of a medallion quilt is just a quilt made up of borders surrounding a center medallion ― nowhere in that definition does it state that they have to be equal, perfect or matched," writes Vassalo. -- Jennifer Forker, program coordinator, Hutchinson Community College ― ABC News, 12/29/15

About the Author

Janice Zeller Ryan holds an MFA in costume design from Carnegie Mellon University. The birth of her children (prompting her first baby quilt) took her in a new direction, where she discovered her love of quilting. She lives in Los Angeles. betteroffthread.com

Beth Vassalo was inspired to learn sewing after watching her daughter create dress-up clothes from paper and tape. Beth learned the basics of sewing with the help of books and online sources. A few years later, she discovered quilting and has been making quilts ever since. She lives in Washington, D.C. plumandjune.blogspot.com

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ C&T Publishing / Stash Books; Workbook edition (May 1, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 180 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1607059916
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1607059912
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.23 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.43 x 10 inches

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Rebecca Bryan
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It's always been difficult for me to choose a favorite color. How can one possibly commit to one certain color when there are infinite colors to choose from? And suppose I decide on a favorite color today and I change my mind tomorrow?
No way! I can't possibly have a favorite color because I love them all. Er, most of them, rather.
It was this commitment to color infidelity that led me on my quilting journey and still inspires me today.
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Christina Lane
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Christina Lane is a quilt designer and shares her crafting adventures on her blog The Sometimes Crafter. She has contributed to many publications and self-publishes her own patterns. Her days are spent dreaming about quiet moments at her sewing machine while catering to her son, cats, sheep, ducks and goose. Christina resides in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
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Janice Zeller Ryan
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I’m Janice Ryan and I live in Los Angeles with my husband, 2 children and 4 cats (I’m not sure who creates more havoc when I try to sew—the children or the cats). Despite the Cali address and Irish name, I swear that I am genuine Pennsylvania Dutch (and, no, that is not the same as Amish—feel free to ask me about this!). I’ve been sewing for as long as I can remember (some of my early memories are of my mom and I designing and sewing clothing for my dolls). In my former life (that would be pre-kids), I lived the vagabond life of a costume designer for regional theater, got my MFA in Costume Design from Carnegie Mellon, and then rode off into the sunset to become a costumer for TV and film in sunny California. Although I’ve had a long-time love affair with my sewing machine (I love it enough that my detour into the dark world of bridal alterations didn’t sway me), I didn’t catch the quilting bug until I was pregnant with my son, 5 years ago. In all my free time (ha!) I also enjoy fixing up our 1927 English Tudor home, unapologetically indulging in chick-lit, and exploring my family tree.
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Amy Sinibaldi is the designer behind the crafting + sewing blog “nanaCompany”— a visual diary that includes sourcing info and free sewing tutorials. Her work can be seen in numerous sewing books and magazines, such as Better Homes and Gardens "Make it Yourself", Little Thing Magazine, Country Woman, and Love Patchwork & Quilting. She is also a textile designer with Art Gallery Fabrics; her fabric collections can be found in quilt shops worldwide and online. Amy’s embroidery designs and simple sewing patterns can be found at nanaCompany on Etsy. Her first sewing book, "Sweetly Stitched Handmades" 2015, is also available in Turkish, German, French and Chinese translations. Amy's second book, "Rainy Day Sewing", written with Kristyne Czepuryk, was published in September 2019. Amy lives in Williamsburg, VA with her husband, four children, and two cats. Amy is a practicing RN who enjoys living a beautifully designed life.
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Tricia

Very good. Really helpful if you're wanting to design your own medallion quilts.

Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2015

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I really like this book. It was just what I was looking for. I like the way the authors encourage you to design your own medallion quilt as that was my reason for buying the book. I don't know if I will ever make any of the quilts in the book exactly as they are but I will definitely use many of the parts of each pattern. I've already finished my center medallion and used some things I learned from the book to begin to design the borders for my quilt. Right now it is just on paper so I still may change some things but this book has been very helpful in helping me design my quilt.

Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2017

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This book is VERY inspirational even if you don't plan on making any of the projects in the book. Well written, instructions clear and photos and drawings are beautiful. I do plan to make several of the quilts in this book, which are not overly large, in order to learn techniques new to me. Everything in the book seems doable though I would not recommend for a beginner.

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Quilter T

A few more clever ideas await

Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2017

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Given my quilt book library, it's hard to believe that there is a quilt book out there about using up scraps that would offer even more new ideas and tips, but this one did so I bought it. I especially liked the scrappy circle pictured on the lower left of the cover, but the rest of the book has plenty to offer as well.

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Momof4girls

Pretty designs, great photos, but not really a mix-and-match design book

Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2015

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I like this book. The medallions in it are modern and some are kind of quirky, and the photos are inspirational eye-candy. I do agree with other reviewers that I thought the premise of the book was kind of "mix and match" pieces so you can design your own medallion. The end of the book instructions for doing this was sparse. But if you like following patterns and want to make a modern medallion, this is a good book. If you are more design-your-own, this book could still be a good resource for ideas.

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alaskaquilter

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Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2018

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What a nice take on paper piecing !! Not the usual, run of the mill star patterns when it comes to paper piecing. The patterns are such that jelly rolls can be used. Thank you :)

Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2016

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This was a gift for my mother in law and she said that she liked the book.

Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2016