Janet Haigh

A nice introduction to adding a Japanese touch This book is full of ideas for sewing projects with Japanese flair. It does seem to be meant more for beginner-intermediate sewers, as there are quite a few pages on how to do piecing and appliqué (by hand and machine), as well as basic embroidery. However, the introductions to dip-dyeing, stenciling and gilding are nice extras that you don't often see in quilting books. Overall the designs are fun, elegant and easy to make. My favorite part of show more the book is the templates and motifs - they're rather simple, but still good additions to a design library. I give this book four stars out of five because although it's well done, it lacks depth and inspiration, especially compared to other books on the subject. Wonderful as an introduction and for beginner-intermediate sewers and quilters, but those already familiar with Japanese motifs and textiles will gain only a little new insight. show less

If you're project focused, you'll probably like this book more than I did. Glad or was a hand-me-down so I didn't actually spend money on it. Some good info on some basics.

I am showing off with this book sitting on my shelf. I actually own a quilt featured in this book.

I never really considered patchwork as works of art till I saw Janet's work, it is truly amazing. (They cost more than many works of art as well).

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