Includes tissue foundations to make three 17 14in x 17 14in wall quilts. I promptly picked the rolling compass block pattern block3countryregister and went to work. Judys patterns and techniques have helped thousands of quilters, of all skilllevels, produce stunning, complex quilts. In fact, ive taught this quilt pattern several times. Combine the elegance of the classic mariners compass block with the uptotheminute technique of fussy cutting for dramatic results. New presents techniques from americas expert on the mariners compass block. For the truly ambitious quilters out there, go ahead and make many to create a stunning king size quilt. Join judy niemeyer quilting retreats or watch our quilt videos and enjoy making your own american quilts. Mix n match 24 sensational paperpieced star blocks in 9 q. Ive been wanting to make a mariners compass quilt like ive seen by the author and that are pictured throughout the book. I modified the typical mariners compass a bit by adding more points to the stars in the back.
The mariners compass is judy niemeyers second technique of the month tom quilt, published in january of 20 the goal of our technique of the month program is to design quilts that incorporate a wide range of judys techniques to be taught by our certified instructor program and certified shops and. Quilting books, patterns and notions has over 30,000 of the newest and best quilting products. Mariners compass quilt, paper piecing quilts, quilt block. Quilt pattern books began to use the mariner s compass name, widely accepted today, around the 1960s.
Add the flying geese border, and this is a quilt that is sure to impress. Carol doaks corner quilting books, cdroms, patterns. Learn to replace the traditional round pattern shape with ovals. There are 15 different compasses as well as tons of border options, including scalloped borders. This is a timeless book of mariners compass patterns. Find books about quilting, sewing and embroidering at. Mariners compass quilts by judy mathieson, paperback. Mariners compass embroidery designs heirloom creations. Quilting books patterns and notions quilt patterns for. Sailboats, nautical fabric prints and colors complete this beautiful quilt. Beyond that, we dont have any additional information on the quilt.
May 24, 2016 paper piece foundation mariners compass patterns or similar to see more ideas about mariners compass, quilts and quilt patterns. Mariners compass star quilt patterns, quilt patterns, mariners. Our foundation paperpieced version of the traditional 7 by 7 square mariners star block is the perfect complement to your nauticalthemed projects. The compass needle quilt block can be just as easily incorporated into a larger quilt. Unlike the first book, however, she gives specific directions for paper foundation piecing this pattern.
Mariners compass quilts by mathieson, judy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This collection has dozens of options to create everything from a bedspread to a table centerpiece. Meet benni harpera spirited excowgirl, quilter, and folkart e. Mariner compass pattern amish hand stitched custom quilt. And color choices really make it a good looking piece. Kansas compass collection block 4 christmas cactus. Synopsis a collection of projects for creating quilts using the compass rose pattern as seen on old maps, with 11 fullsize patterns for traditional 16 or 32 point compasses, as well as designs based on the sixspoked wheels of costa rican carts and other offcentre compasses. A gorgeous nautical mariners compass paper pieced quilt created by gail kolcz. This is my second time to purchase since my dogs ate my patterns and i wanted to do another compass. Included are fullsize patterns, plus cd for enlarging, reducing and printing your own paperpiecing patterns. This quilt was inspired by kathy doughtys new book organic applique and.
Compass needle quilt block pattern makes a 10 inch x 10 inch mariner compass quilt block. Here is what i learned while making my very first mariners compass block. Carolso books have such good directions, photos, and patterns. Three sizes of mariners compass blocks are provided 12, 18, and 30 with clear instructions on drafting your own.
There are several versions of large scale drawing compasses which can also be used for this purpose. Using the compass block from the mariners compass and building it in a simple starter wall hanging. A lot to do, but if you take it stepbystep, a totally doable quilt. This pattern is only available through our certified shops and instructors. This medallion style minimariners compass quilt is a great way to showcase the precision of foundation piecing. Posted on april 14, 2020 april 15, 2020 by sew whats new spring 2020 arrives with a huge burst of change for the whole world and fashion is no exception.
Baskets of blooms 14x54 runner download and info for 54x70 quilt. From the cover of the book, i figured it was a pattern and project book of quilts. It looks to me like maybe this quilt contains several of the be colorful design elements put into one quilt for an original oneofakind piece. Little bits mini mariners compass paper piecing pattern. This video playlist covers the spring sewing pattern lines for many of the popular pattern companies such as mccalls and burdastyle. Today i want to talk about a mariners compass quilt found in our artifact collection.
Here, quilters can achieve dazzling and accurate mariners compass designs with judys freezerpaper foundation method, that eliminates the tedious tearing away of foundation paper. Place long side of compass points on straight grain of fabric. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. Mariners compass stars by carol doak 24 stellar paper. Carol doaks mariners compass stars offers 24 stellar paperpieced blocks and 9 easy quilt projects. Mariners compass block technique of the month registration quilting by the bay in panama city, florida featuring quilting fabric, quilt books, quilt patterns. This quilt was a gift from jim buchart and was donated in 1979. The points of the compass are paper pieced, the center circle is machine appliqued. Mariners compass browse by all 19th century fabric antique quilt applique coaster coverlet heritage diamonds elizabeths dowry elizabeths dowry georgian gifts historic historical fabric karen styles mariners mariners compass medallion quilt melamine mug patchwork patchwork mug pattern q exclusive quilt quilt mug quilt pattern quilters guild. Tips for using triangular blocks, joining the blocks and a piece across them are covered here. Mariners star foundation paper pieced pdf quilt block etsy.
Quiltworx is a quilters mecca, offering classes, private retreats, certified instructors, educational videos and more. Various historians, knowing the pattern s popularity in the american northeast, have suggested that seafaring folk saw the compass rose on nautical maps and reproduced it on their blankets. The paper piecing books with the cds will give you percentages to blow up what you print off your computer to give you the size you need. This quilt was inspired by kathy doughtys new book organic applique and her seeds and stems fabric line by freespirit. You will need to print out the pattern four times to get. Make several of the same block and make spectacular table or bed runner. This is a great book for doing mariners compass quilt. The mariner compass one of the oldest known quilt patterns dating back to early 1700s was inspired by early coastal communities where nautical thoughts of a windrose design of an early compass on early maritime maps used by ship captains to navigate their way home through the fog and stormy weather to find a welcoming clean dry and warm bed. Lighthouses at each side, fish swimming above and below the stunning center block. Paper piecing makes this intricate block very doable and accurate. Make a copy of the numbered section of the diagram to the right to make templates for cutting pieces.
Anyway, the mariners compass is one of my favourite pattern but lets be frank its a bit scary for everyday sewing. The kansas compass collection will feature six different compass blocks. If youd like others to have these patterns and instructions, please send them a link to compuquilt. Judy mathieson has always been acknowledged as the expert in this type of quilt.
This classic block looks complicated, but it is actually easy to make. I started my design in eq7 quilt design software from the electric quilt company. Foundation paper piecing mariners compass quilt pattern 35 x 35 quilt. Use this technique to make any size basket you like and fill it with applique flowers of your choosing. Perfect patchwork templates at from marti featuring quilting with. For this special edition embroidery collection they have taken a traditional mariners compass quilt pattern and turned it into a work of art. This mariners compass quilt is from a pattern by judy mathieson. I have been quilting for over thirty years and mariners compass is a favorite challenge.
Discover how to eliminate the curved edge of the oval and replace it with eyecatching block shapes, including the. I especially appreciate the fact that the book shows how to draft compasses instead of just providing patterns. Judy niemeyer quilting patterns canton village quilt works. This is my second time to purchase since my dogs ate my patterns and i wanted to do another compass quilt. Another fairly simple star pattern with just 40 pieces, but once again the scraps make it look more complex than it is. I made a simple as compasses go template quilt, beginning the old fashioned way with folded paper. The compass itself is set into a background square. Nope, there are two quilt patterns and a couple of blocks. Kinkos staples and places like that can print on 11 x 18 paper, if needed, so you could take one quarter of the pattern and get it increased to size then just copy off the 4 copies you need, plus maybe a couple if there is a need to redo polite way to say. Each block can stand on its own and be made into a wall hanging.
Ive been wanting to make a mariner s compass quilt like ive seen by the author and that are pictured throughout the book. Like wearing sequin trousers to go grocery shopping it can be done you just dont do it. A collection of projects for creating quilts using the compass rose pattern as seen on old maps, with 11 fullsize patterns for traditional 16 or 32 point compasses, as well as designs based on the sixspoked wheels of costa rican carts and other offcentre compasses. While there were a number of compass blocks available in the eq7 block library, they all featured four prominent rays at 90degree angles. Mariners compass quilts, new directions also includes patterns and templates to trace, with a pullout full size pattern for an offcenter asymmetrical star at the back. In the next lesson i cover multiple unit paperpieced quilts as i show how to make a 9patch star quilt. In the next lesson i share a new mariners compass style block set on point. This quilt block is perfect for standalone projects such as bags, wall hangings, table runners, or pillows. It is quite lovely with the added leaves around the compass blocks. Circle quilt patterns circle quilts quilt blocks quilting patterns doll patterns quilting ideas blue quilts scrappy quilts storm at sea quilt nice framing style for block mariners compass, 35 x pattern and kit for foundation piecing. See more ideas about mariners compass, quilts and quilt patterns. Make a rising star quilt with jenny doan of missouri star.
1556 866 1565 1243 1406 931 1106 488 429 739 472 1201 1134 450 1267 337 559 1047 801 1519 855 1454 991 1275 1504 67 907 266 232 198 1210 1442 1115 837 915 999 728 239 164 626 857 550 176