::  “Labours of Love” by The Secret Sewing Sisters – including our own Di Ford-Hall!  For those enamoured of antique quilts and reproducing them in your own personal style, this book is for you! Some of the most exquisite quilts from Jane Lury's magnificent collection of antique quilts were carefully crafted by 12 visionary quilters. 

Read their stories, learn about their process and then delve into their work. Let both their history and those of early quilt makers inspire you. There is even a quilt that is perfect for beginners!

:: “Quilts, Somewhat in the Middle” by Susan Smith.  Susan Smith is an original and talented quilter from Australia who excels in the art of appliqué.  Her quilts exude the coziness and freshness of country cottages in the British countryside during Spring.  Every one of her 16 quilts is composed of subtle colour palettes and delicate appliqué designs producing quilts that are both simple and refined. 

:: “Whizz Bang” by Rachaeldaisy.    Ever since Rachaeldaisy won the “Best in Show” at Sydney with her Whizz Bang quilt, nothing has been the same . Now an international star, Rachaeldaisy teaches workshops and exhibits her fantastical quilts composed of never before seen, folded fabric blocks.

::  “Pin Pals” by Carrie Nelson.   Pretty. Playful. Pincushions! Best-selling author Carrie Nelson packs 40 adorable pincushions with personality! Pincushions are quick to stitch and so addicting--no quilter can make just one. And why make just one when they're so easy to create? Simply sew, quilt, turn, and stuff! Display them as singles or in pleasing piles. You'll want to sew just for the joy of it.