Hey Quilting Enthusiasts! It’s Gina here, and I’m super thrilled to chat about a quilting gem that’s a must-have for every quilter out there. Dive right in!
Setting Solutions isn’t just about selecting the perfect sashing or borders for your masterpieces. Sharyn Craig, the brilliant mind behind The Art of Classic Quiltmaking, crafted this gem of a book, designed to help you breathe life into those extra blocks, whether they’re from a block exchange, a UFO auction, or just remnants from past quilting projects.
Now, here’s the magical part: Sharyn teaches you how to transform these quilts without you needing to produce countless matching blocks in hues or designs you might not vibe with. In her book, she enlightens us on tackling problems we didn’t even realize we could overcome!
Wondering how to enhance the color harmony of your quilt without tampering with the fabrics? Or how to incorporate many unmatched color blocks? Sharyn has your back! She unveils methods where the end result makes the quilt seem intentional and harmonized, rather than something just pieced together.
Here’s something that totally blew my mind: her insights on addressing size inconsistencies. With the clever use of coping strips, blocks, and corner cutters, Sharyn showcases how to iron out those pesky size differences. She deftly marries the blocks by enlarging them uniformly, integrating sashing, setting triangles, or even adding more blocks to achieve that cohesive quilt top. And guess what? She even slices and dices the blocks to be used in the cornerstones of sashing or borders!
Some of her techniques are so subtle that they seamlessly blend into the quilt, while others bring out a splash of color, elevating the block rather than concealing flaws. Take for instance, her Festival Chain quilt. I had to scrutinize it closely to pinpoint how she harmonized the varying block sizes. And trust me, the results are astonishing!
Another example is Barbara’s Transparencies quilt. Despite the evident block size difference, the combination of block treatments, layout, and sashing beautifully mitigates the size challenge, culminating in a delightful quilt.
Sharyn’s ingenuity doesn’t stop there! She provides genius ways to assemble orphan blocks into stunning quilts. With her guidance, transform your regular block quilts into exquisite pieces using simple setting blocks. Time to unearth those test blocks and leftovers, because they’re about to shine! ✨
And don’t worry, Sharyn’s approach is all about visual learning. You won’t get swamped in graphs or complicated calculations. Witness her creative process with her design board, fabric auditions, notes, and quick sketches, giving you a firsthand glimpse into her genius.
In her toolkit, she equips you with basics like corner cutter guides and project blueprints to pave the way for your quilt journey.
Even if you’re not into block exchanges or don’t possess leftover blocks, Sharyn’s insights remain invaluable. Learn how to jazz up a set of matching blocks to add that x-factor, ensuring your quilt truly stands out!
| Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Book | Setting Solutions |
| Author | Sharyn Craig |
| Key Takeaway | Transforming regular quilts to masterpieces |
| Tools Provided | Corner cutter guides, project maps |
| Unique Feature | Visual learning approach |
