Extraordinary Log Cabin Quilts - Paperback

by Judy Martin (Author)

Extraordinary Log Cabin Quilts features: 15 complete and accurate patterns in multiple sizes; beautiful pieced borders gracing every quilt; 300 color diagrams; 175 gorgeous photos; an in-depth discussion of color and value with lots of photographs; a way to test your seam allowance and how to then make it perfect; diagrams showing which direction to press the seam allowances; and a method for keeping track of logs of varying lengths. Each pattern has a big color photo of the entire quilt; a closeup photo showing fabric and quilting; a photo of an additional block made in a different color scheme and fabric; 14 or more drawings of alternate settings and/or color schemes; fat quarter requirements; patch quantity requirements; quilt size, block size, and log width listed; piecing diagrams, complete with what direction to press the seams and what order to sew the patches; quilt construction diagrams for two sizes; ratings for ease of cutting, sewing, and planning; and quilting suggestions.

Author Biography

Judy Martin has designed and published more original patterns than anyone in history. She has made a four-decade career out of giving quilters the patterns, tools, and guidance to do their very best work. She lives in Grinnell, Iowa. judymartin.com