{"id":957,"date":"2026-05-13T22:56:43","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T03:56:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/?page_id=957"},"modified":"2026-05-14T14:54:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T19:54:22","slug":"books","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/?page_id=957","title":{"rendered":"Books"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crystal Quilts Foundation Paper Piecing the Easy Way<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-792x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-792x1024.jpg 792w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-768x994.jpg 768w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-1187x1536.jpg 1187w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-1583x2048.jpg 1583w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FPP-book-cover-scaled.jpg 1979w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Hoarfrost-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"845\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Hoarfrost-845x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Hoarfrost-845x1024.jpg 845w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Hoarfrost-248x300.jpg 248w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Hoarfrost-768x931.jpg 768w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Hoarfrost-1267x1536.jpg 1267w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Hoarfrost-1690x2048.jpg 1690w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Featured pattern for all examples in the book<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Harlequin-with-Tessa-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"848\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Harlequin-with-Tessa-848x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Harlequin-with-Tessa-848x1024.jpg 848w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Harlequin-with-Tessa-248x300.jpg 248w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Harlequin-with-Tessa-768x928.jpg 768w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Harlequin-with-Tessa-1271x1536.jpg 1271w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Harlequin-with-Tessa-1695x2048.jpg 1695w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Harlequin<br>28: x 28&#8243;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Crystal-E-Starfire-low-res.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"597\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Crystal-E-Starfire-low-res.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-67\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Crystal-E-Starfire-low-res.jpg 597w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Crystal-E-Starfire-low-res-300x290.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 597px) 100vw, 597px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Starfire<br>21&#8243; 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x 25&#8243;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-570x570.jpg 570w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt-285x285.jpg 285w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Cross-Traffic-quilt.jpg 1222w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cross Traffic<br>40&#8243; x 40&#8243;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crystal Quilts: Foundation Paper Piecing the Easy Way<\/strong> <em>by Pat Daniels<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Create stunning, precise quilts with a method that makes even complex designs approachable. <em>Crystal Quilts<\/em> teaches a streamlined, foolproof approach to foundation paper piecing using symmetrical blocks, clear diagrams, and innovative labeling that removes the guesswork. Whether you\u2019re new to FPP or already experienced, you\u2019ll learn how to cut, organize, sew, and assemble foundations with confidence \u2014 and achieve perfect points every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This book includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Step\u2011by\u2011step instructions with photos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear cutting charts and fabric guides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect Point Guides for accuracy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Troubleshooting tips and \u201cfix\u2011it\u201d techniques<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Patterns included are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Hoarfrost<\/strong> \u2013 shimmering crystalline geometry<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Diamond in the Rough<\/strong> \u2013 bold facets and dramatic angles<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Cross Traffic<\/strong> \u2013 dynamic movement and layered structure<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Harlequin<\/strong> \u2013 playful symmetry and color interplay<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Starfire<\/strong> \u2013 radiant, star\u2011shaped precision<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a beginner looking for a clear path into foundation piecing or an experienced quilter wanting a more efficient, accurate method, this book will elevate your skills and your results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Price:$40.00 CAN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpsc_product\"><div class=\"wp_cart_button_wrapper\"><form method=\"post\" class=\"wp-cart-button-form\" action=\"\" style=\"display:inline\" onsubmit=\"return ReadForm(this, true);\" ><input type=\"hidden\" id=\"_wpnonce\" name=\"_wpnonce\" value=\"28b0c6d077\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wp_http_referer\" value=\"\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fpages%2F957\" \/><input type=\"submit\" class=\"wspsc_add_cart_submit\" name=\"wspsc_add_cart_submit\" value=\"Add to Cart\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"wspsc_product\" value=\"Crystal Quilts\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"price\" value=\"40.00\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"shipping\" value=\"0\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"addcart\" value=\"1\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"cartLink\" value=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"product_tmp\" value=\"Crystal Quilts\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"product_tmp_two\" value=\"Crystal Quilts\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"item_number\" value=\"\" \/><div class=\"wpsc_add_cart_response_div\"><\/div><\/form><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpsc_shopping_cart_container\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marker Mania Fabric Scribbling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Marker-mania-book-cover.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"614\" height=\"791\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Marker-mania-book-cover.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Marker-mania-book-cover.png 614w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Marker-mania-book-cover-233x300.png 233w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marker Mania: Creative Fabric Scribbling &amp; Surface Design<\/strong> <em>by Pat Daniels<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Marker Mania<\/em> is a joyful, no\u2011stress dive into playful surface design. Using nothing more than fabric markers, simple tools, and your own imagination, you\u2019ll learn how to transform plain fabric into vibrant, expressive art panels that can be used in quilts, bags, wall pieces, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This 3\u2011part book guides you through two complete projects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The two patterns in this book<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Sunrise-Sunset.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Sunrise-Sunset.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Sunrise-Sunset.jpg 600w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Sunrise-Sunset-300x293.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Sunrise- Sunset<\/strong><br>A bold, colorful design created through Pat\u2019s signature fabric scribbling technique. You\u2019ll learn how to layer color, build movement, blend tones, and create depth using just 4\u20137 markers. Clear step\u2011by\u2011step photos show exactly how to draw, shade, and stitch your panel into a finished piece. Finished size: 20&#8243; x 20&#8243;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Daniels-Pat-Marker-Mania-Duet-for-Celestial-Bodies-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Daniels-Pat-Marker-Mania-Duet-for-Celestial-Bodies-880x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Daniels-Pat-Marker-Mania-Duet-for-Celestial-Bodies-880x1024.jpg 880w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Daniels-Pat-Marker-Mania-Duet-for-Celestial-Bodies-258x300.jpg 258w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Daniels-Pat-Marker-Mania-Duet-for-Celestial-Bodies-768x894.jpg 768w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Daniels-Pat-Marker-Mania-Duet-for-Celestial-Bodies-1320x1536.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Daniels-Pat-Marker-Mania-Duet-for-Celestial-Bodies-1760x2048.jpg 1760w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Duet for Celestial Bodies<\/strong><br>A dramatic two\u2011color design created with bleach\u2011pen discharge. Pat shows you how to safely remove color from fabric to reveal glowing shapes, crisp lines, and celestial textures. You\u2019ll learn how to control the bleach, create contrast, and finish the piece with clean, simple quilting. Finished size: 23&#8243; x 26&#8243;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the way, you\u2019ll discover:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>how to choose the right markers and fabrics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>how to stabilize your work for smooth drawing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>blending, shading, and layering techniques<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>how to quilt your panels without distorting the artwork<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>finishing methods that keep your pieces flat and crisp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Marker Mania<\/em> is approachable, creative, and fun \u2014 perfect for beginners, workshop students, and anyone who wants to explore color and mark\u2011making on fabric without complicated tools or rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Price: $25.00 CAN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpsc_product\"><div class=\"wp_cart_button_wrapper\"><form method=\"post\" class=\"wp-cart-button-form\" action=\"\" style=\"display:inline\" onsubmit=\"return ReadForm(this, true);\" ><input type=\"hidden\" id=\"_wpnonce\" name=\"_wpnonce\" value=\"28b0c6d077\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wp_http_referer\" value=\"\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fpages%2F957\" \/><input type=\"submit\" class=\"wspsc_add_cart_submit\" name=\"wspsc_add_cart_submit\" value=\"Add to Cart\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"wspsc_product\" value=\"Marker Mania Fabric Scribbing\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"price\" value=\"25.00\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"shipping\" value=\"0\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"addcart\" value=\"1\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"cartLink\" value=\"https:\/\/compositions-in-cloth.com\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"product_tmp\" value=\"Marker Mania Fabric Scribbing\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"product_tmp_two\" value=\"Marker Mania Fabric Scribbing\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"item_number\" value=\"\" \/><div class=\"wpsc_add_cart_response_div\"><\/div><\/form><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpsc_shopping_cart_container\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crystal Quilts Foundation Paper Piecing the Easy Way Crystal Quilts: Foundation Paper Piecing the Easy Way by Pat Daniels Create stunning, precise quilts with a method that makes even complex designs approachable. 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