Ghost Layers & Color Washes: Three Steps to Spectacular Quilts

Follow this innovative 3-step technique for adding layers of visual interest to representational quilts—from the author of Artful Log Cabin Quilts.

Simple steps will take your quilts to an exciting new level! Katie walks you through making a simple block using her 3 steps: Make a design based on a photo or drawing. Add a “ghost” layer that is lighter or darker than the base blocks colors. Create a color wash that allows use of even more colors in the quilt. • Blocks are constructed using raw-edge or turned-edge applique. • Includes Katie’s Seven Step Program for choosing perfect fabric combinations. • Full-color photos of incredible quilts by Katie and her students will inspire you to let the magic begin!

© 2010 C&T Publishing (Ebook): 9781607050421

Release date

Ebook: 5 November 2010