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Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Using the inherent properties of yarn-dyed fabric, you can create a beautiful, all-seasons fringed scarf. Anna Maria Horner shows you how to identify the warp and weft threads in woven fabric. Then, you'll learn how to sew straight stitch lines along the edges and remove weft threads to create a pretty, delicate fringe.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Textile designer and quilter Anna Maria Horner shows you how to create a stair-step "serrated" pattern out of solid and printed fabrics. To make this block, you'll learn how to use an inventive template for cutting pieces and Anna's technique for piecing it together. At the end, Anna discusses how to combine blocks to create a large all-over pattern using this design.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
So often, needlepoint treasures find their way into thrift stores or the back of the closet, never to see the light of day. In this class, Anna Maria Horner shows you how to give needlepoint tapestries new life by turning them into beautiful, functional tote bags. Anna Maria leads you through each step, from blocking and trimming your needlepoint to adding accent fabric, boxed corners and decorative pompoms. For those who want to make their own needlepoint...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Anna Maria Horner ushers in a new era of modern needlepoint in this foundational course. Anna gets you started with the basic stitches, then shows how to fill in your sampler with decorative geometric and floral stitches. You'll learn how to customize your layout, adapting stitches to fill space and introducing new colors along the way. In the end, you'll have the skills to create and compose any needlepoint project.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this gorgeous, color-filled class, Anna shows quilters how to make a vibrant quilt using half-square triangles and squares. This is a perfect class for combining scraps of fabric from your stash. Anna begins by walking quilters through the process of sorting their fabrics into color groups, and from there she demonstrates how to cut and piece the squares and half-square triangles. The real fun begins when Anna goes to the design wall to lay out...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This lightweight scarf requires no sewing machine, so you can cut your fabric and dive right into adding your edging. Anna Maria will teach you how to blanket stitch around the edges and create a scalloped double crochet edging to flatter any outfit and wear in any season.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
You don't have to be an expert quilter to make this eye-catching quilt block. Modern quilter and fabric designer, Anna Maria Horner, shares how to create this folk-inspired flower block using floral print scraps. You will learn how to piece a background, fussy cut fabric, and reverse applique the flower and leaves using a sewing machine (no hand-stitching required). Make multiple Folk Flower blocks and piece them together however you'd like to make...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
The Pop Rocks Block is as fun as it sounds, using subtle and intense fabrics from your stash to create playful contrast. Anna Maria Horner's scrappy design is a modern take on a 9-patch block, with random pops of color sprinkled throughout. Round up your light and dark fabric scraps and start putting them together to create these unexpected blocks.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In Anna Maria Horner's Three-Part Harmony Quilt, you'll learn how to create balance and movement in your design simply by focusing on color tones. Using small squares of fabric and half-square triangles, this quilt practically glows, encouraging your eye to move from block to block and shade to shade. While the construction of this quilt is simple, the design is made dynamic through the arrangement and placement of light, medium and dark fabrics....
10) Modern Doily
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Anna Maria Horner puts a contemporary spin on the traditional doily, showing you how to create concentric rings of running stitches in a beautiful spectrum of colors. The project is terrific for practicing and refining your hand sewing skills - plus you'll have the satisfaction of hand stitching a modern heirloom.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This month's block is gorgeous, graphic and quick to whip up. Textile designer and quilter Anna Maria Horner shows you how to bust your stash of scraps and create precise seams using foundation paper piecing. Learn how to create your own template, audition fabrics and balance light and dark tones.
12) Wholecloth Quilt
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Hand quilting a wholecloth quilt enlivens the surface and adds beautiful texture to the front and back of your quilt. Anna Maria shows the entire process of creating a baby quilt, from laying out and basting, then highlighting the design of a printed fabric with even stitching, and finally binding the quilt with single fold bias binding. Anna Maria also shows gorgeous examples of how this technique can be applied to pillows and clothing.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Anna Maria Horner puts a fresh spin on the traditional Flying Geese design with this baby quilt. Anna Maria uses the no-waste method to create her Flying Gosling blocks, explaining how to choose light and dark fabrics to add depth to each block. She also shows you how to improvise your layout on a design wall, add bright wool tassels around the edges, and hand-tie the quilt to finish.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Anna Maria Horner is a master with color. In this class, she shows you how to switch up traditional color conventions in order to develop your own stunning palettes. Beginning with a traditional color wheel, Anna demonstrates how each color interacts with one another depending on its position in the wheel. Then, using paint chips, she walks you through a color swap exercise where you will learn how to mix and match hues. Anna explains how to apply...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to combine existing patchwork pieces and fussy cut floral fabrics to create stunning floral bouquet blocks. Inspired by 17th century Broderie Perse (Persian embroidery) quilting, Anna Maria Horner shows you how to create a modern interpretation of a "trompe l'oeil" bouquet using improvisational patchwork and applique. The architectural line work of this modern block is softened by the organic floral motifs, giving it a balanced and fresh...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
To make this modern patchwork tote, Anna Maria combines elements of two traditional blocks - the Log Cabin and the Snowball. She creatively riffs on the essential elements of both to arrive at her Melting Snowball Tote, which is lined and interfaced. Anna Maria covers cutting instructions, how to construct the bag, add a pocket and comfortable straps, and assemble it all into a charming, oversized tote bag.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Creativebug is excited to release our first-ever Daily Quilting Challenge. Designer and quilter Anna Maria Horner created "Dear Diary" to help you build skills as you move through the month, resulting in the perfect modern sampler quilt. Beginning with traditional blocks and techniques updated with contemporary color choices and block arrangements, this quilt top serves as a record of your patchwork journey. Use half-square triangles in different...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Anna Maria Horner makes cross-stitch modern with this pendant, worked up in one of her signature bright palettes. The small scale makes this project terrific for new cross stitchers. Anna Maria walks through the fundamentals of cross stitch, which results in this graphic pendant that adds handmade glamour to any outfit.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Love needlepoint? Want to follow your own creative vision rather than stitch a printed needlepoint canvas? Anna Maria Horner teaches you how to design your own! Starting with an artwork reference of your choice, you'll learn how match your tapestry wool and paint colors to your artwork. Anna Maria then shows you how to trace and paint the design onto your needlepoint canvas, creating your very own custom needlepoint kit. Want to learn how to needlepoint?...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Add an element of handwork and romanticism to store-bought clothing with this needlepoint project. Anna introduces you to waste canvas, a fabric that allows you to add a design to any clothing or material. This technique will have you seeing the potential for embellishing all kinds of clothing and materials, especially in this juicy color palette.
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