JoannB Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 I have found a true treasure here, ladies! I've been reading this series of books by Jennifer Chiaverini - the book I'm holding in my hands is called "An Elm Creek Sampler" - it's a collection of Jennifer's 1st three novels -- titled "The Quilters Apprentice", "Round Robin" and "The Cross-Country Quilters" -- and she has 4 or so more books, in addition to this one. Anyway, the reason I'm highly recommending it is because it TOTALLY REMINDS ME of Scrapgirls! The meat and backbone behind these books is a Quilters Retreat -- where ladies can get together and learn how to quilt, form friendships and connections, and bond because of the art of quilting. I've been reading the third book these past few days, and if this isn't my vision of a Scrapgirls Convention, I don't know what is! It's truly, truly heartwarming, and an absolutely fabulous series. Read it!! If you don't quilt, you may get a bug to do it. If you do, you will simply love this book. Read it! Read it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiles Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Oh, yeah - they're great! I just re-read one. I wanted to go to a "camp" like that as soon as I read the first one. Your library may have them classified all over the map - fiction, mystery, who knows. The author has a cool website too. The books certainly encouraged me in my quilting efforts. I think you're right - the Oct event should be the closest we could come to their Quilt Camp. Gayle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRS Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Oh, these books sound wonderful! I'll definitely be checking them out! Thanks for sharing them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B&K Mom Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Thanks for the recommendation. Sounds like my speed of book. And it also sounds like a GREAT Christmas gift for my Mom (along with some sort of scrapping gift -- calendar, word album, more pages....something!). Both of us love sewing and dabble in quilting. We just finished laying out 8 simple quilts that she's making out of "scrap fabric" and will give to a relief organization that works here in the US. Her "scrap fabric" is gorgeous! She pulled out yards of amazing fabric, many of which coordinated beautifully, and cut them into the requisite size blocks. Then the two of us "played" with the various sets to come up with some really stunning "scrap quilts". At least one of them I'd love to have on my bed!!! I've put this series on my wish list at Amazon so I don't forget! LOL! Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryJo Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 She also incorporates a Quilt pattern with each book she writes. Now, it may have changed, but I think you can ask for the pattern and its free! That is as long as it hasn't changed since last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meterr Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 ive read all these books and really enjoyed them! i liked how some were set in modern timesa nd others go back in time and cover whos who in the family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoannB Posted June 22, 2008 Author Share Posted June 22, 2008 She also incorporates a Quilt pattern with each book she writes. Now, it may have changed, but I think you can ask for the pattern and its free! That is as long as it hasn't changed since last year. Oh, how fun. I didn't know she incorporates a quilt pattern in her books -- I'm definitely going to have to look into that. I finished one of the books on our vacation, and I'm itching to start a project. I really enjoy quilting, but digi scrapbooking has kind of taken over the last few months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryJo Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 She also incorporates a Quilt pattern with each book she writes. Now, it may have changed, but I think you can ask for the pattern and its free! That is as long as it hasn't changed since last year. Oh, how fun. I didn't know she incorporates a quilt pattern in her books -- I'm definitely going to have to look into that. I finished one of the books on our vacation, and I'm itching to start a project. I really enjoy quilting, but digi scrapbooking has kind of taken over the last few months. so true so true ! I haven't finished a quilt since I found SG's ! lol My UFO's are calling me ! If you don't have any luck finding the patterns let me know and I'll contact a Friend that has a shop !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiles Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 I saw one of the Elm Creek Quilt pattern books at JoAnn Fabric yesterday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julzy Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 I love these books they are really a nice read. Im with you girls I haven't touched a quilt since starting digi scrapping... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheilaj Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 I just got the omnibus mentioned by JoannB and its a fabulous read...I am not a quilter (yet lol) so does anyone know of a website where I can find the block designs that she menions please....I have looked at her site and can only see whole finished quilts there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSwanMama Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 I've read almost all of these books and I LOVE them! They are so unique and wonderful stories about women and their friendships. They are all great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheilaj Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 have just found this!! quilter's cache Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandiC. Posted August 4, 2008 Share Posted August 4, 2008 I love these books as well. I've only done a little quilting and its the same problem as paper scrapping... not enough room and too much mess and you need pretty big chunks of time to get much done. I used to watch all the Saturday morning public television quilting shows and just love art quilts. Maybe someday..... sigh... I agree that the convention is probably going to be a lot like what is in the books. In a couple of weeks some of us midwest ladies will be getting together as well. I think that anything that draws people together and creates something beautiful is a marvelous bonding experience that elevates the human spirit. And we have fun too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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