Modern Quilt Bible: Over 100 techniques and design ideas for the modern quilter

by Elizabeth Betts

Learn how to create stunning modern quilts with the Modern Quilt Bible : the ultimate reference guide to patchwork and quilting techniques. Author of Beginner's Guide to Quilting Liz Betts explains over 100 techniques used by designers to create eye-catching modern quilts.

Try your hand at improv piecing, free motion quilting, playing with scale, curved piecing and much more. There are featured quilts from the world's best modern quilt designers and ten unique quilted projects using a range of modern quilt techniques so you can practice your new-found skills.

Genres: Quilting, Crafts, Reference, Nonfiction

160 pages, Paperback

Published January 21, 2020

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is not a book of quilt patterns, although there are a few included. It is full of beautiful quilts that illustrate the basic principles of modern quilting explained in the text. And most importantly, there are guided exercises throughout, done with paper or fabric, to help you explore the principles being explained in a more hands on way. It’s like a multi-day workshop in a book, and a great option for quilters who want to begin designing their own modern quilts.

[Anita · Rating 5 out of 5]

There's one pattern/set of instructions (literally one page) for a "shapes" quilt that I can use with panel prints that come in varying sizes. But much of it is straight line quilting, circles and half-circles, and shapes piecing, and I'm looking for something that's more modern but not so angular and "boxy." Got it from my public library, as I highly recommend everyone do before deciding whether to order used on the 'Zon. Enjoy!

[Karrie · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first part is color theory with examples of modern quilts by different quilters. Then the last half is the Bible part. Which is no different than any other quilt book. Except the is small. I think it would be better as 2 separate books or just elaborate on the second half. Especially since the font is small.

[Debbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall a nice book with techniques and ideas. Since more traditional designs with only a slight modern twist are most appealing to me, the design ideas in this book didn't 'speak to me'.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Techniques for design and assembly

[Sarah Constantine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting, yet simple ideas. Doable.

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a helpful resource for someone just starting to quilt. Although it focuses on Modern Quilting, the techniques presented could be used by any type of quilter.

[That Book Betchhh · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect resource for a beginner that wants to learn how to quilt! I borrowed a copy from the library/Libby and I’m definitely going to invest in a copy for myself!!!

[Ruth Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

A solid book. No chinz-y florals in sight! Back in the 21st Century. I need to see more men and Trans people in this quilting space.