American Quilter's Society.

American Quilter's Society

PO Box 3290, Paducah, KY 42002-3290

www.americanquilter.com

Advance warning: do not miss the ASQ Calendar 2005 (1574328506, $9.95) just published for the forthcoming year if you're an avid quilter or know someone who is: once again the most beautiful of quilt designs are captured in a practical wall calendar format pairing full-page quilt designs with large-box calendar wall format presentation: highly recommended indeed. Next, make sure Linda M. Poole's Bended Bias Applique (1574328530, $22.95) is on the 'must have' list if it's applique you're interested in. Linda Poole provides versatile techniques, easy introductory methods, and a focus on nature-inspired patterns which just can't be beat. These are some of the most inspiration and gorgeous appliques we've seen, many providing almost a stained-glass setting, and Linda Poole's Bended Bias Applique cannot be recommended highly enough over others on the topic. Jenny Williamson and Pat Parker's Quilt Africa (1574328522, $21.95) is also a 'not to miss' exploration, using the fabrics and motifs of Africa as a foundation for building different quilts. There are over a dozen quilt projects in living color, from traditional to contemporary patterns, and a diversity of styles and options to make each different. Specific tips on depicting the animals of Africa in quilt format take into account sizing and color challenges and will delight the beginner with especially clear instructions. Aie Robbmann's Affairs Of The Heart (157432859X, $21.95) is also a winner for all skills levels: Aie Rossman's applique guide blends flowing designs with vivid color schemes and almost 40 blocks linked by a heart motif. Choose this for any loving gift for Valentine's Day presentation, accenting the result with the scrolls and scallops recommended within for border accents.