I really enjoy this book. The pictures and ideas are fabulous. Instructions are easy to understand.
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I have owned this book since it first came out. I keep returning to it for projects and basic sewing and quilting instructions--like how to sew the ends of binding together so there are no lumps. I especially loved the Diamond Jubilee design shown on the back cover and opposite the table of contents page. Although the pattern wasn't written up in the book, I was able to count the squares and recreate it. (The pattern is now...
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Dina has outdone herself, again. Her creativity, and talent for design and color selection, produced another beautiful book. Again, her instructions are clear and concise. She shares her ability to select fabrics that compliment each other beautifully. I didn't have any interest in watercolor quilts until I discovered Dina's books. If you love beautiful watercolor quilts, but were intimidated by sewing so many little...
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