Big Stitch Quilt french ruler It’s fitted at the shoulders

It’s fitted at the shoulders and falls into a relaxed fit below the bust

The book expands on the simple

especially on rigid-heddle looms

here they are after many months of secret work

Big Stitch Quilt french ruler It’s fitted at the shouldersHand quilting using big stitches has its roots in utility quilting, from Gee's Bend quilting in the US, to Japanese sashiko and boro through to Indian kantha stitching. Drawing on these traditional techniques, Carolyn Forster brings big stitch quilting right up to date and shows you how to create 9 gorgeous quilts as well as 11 gift projects that include a zokin tea towel, a wrapping cloth, a Japanese knot bag, a pillow cover and coasters.