Not Your Grandmother’s Log Cabin: 40 Quilt Projects, 2nd Edition
Not Your Grandmother’s Log Cabin is a second-edition quilting guide by Marci Baker and Sara Nephew with 40 Log Cabin projects. It combines illustrated instructions and material lists with design options for making variations of the classic block.
At a glance
- Second edition adds six patterns to bring the stated project total to 40.
- Includes illustrated guidance, troubleshooting tips and detailed material lists for the quilts.
- A design section covers setting shapes, alternate blocks and border options.
- The listing suggests a 10-inch Clearview Triangle ruler for cutting. It is sold separately.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A substantial set of 40 Log Cabin quilt projects in one guide.
- Material lists and troubleshooting tips provide practical support alongside the patterns.
- Design guidance gives readers ways to alter blocks, settings and borders.
Technical specifications
14 specifications| Publisher | C&T Publishing |
|---|---|
| Edition | 2nd |
| Publication date | November 1, 2015 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1617452307 |
| File size | 63.1 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Not Enabled |
| Project count | 40 projects |
|---|---|
| Ruler referenced | 10" Clearview Triangle ruler |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Quilters looking for a collection of Log Cabin patterns and illustrated project guidance.
- Readers who want prompts for adapting blocks and designing their own quilt layouts.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a physical ruler as part of the book purchase.
- Readers looking for a general beginner quilting course rather than Log Cabin project patterns.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a notable share are three-star and a small share are one-star. Without written customer feedback, the ratings do not reveal what readers praised or criticized. Consider the stated focus on Log Cabin projects and design options when judging whether the book suits your needs.
Frequently asked questions
How many projects are included?
The listing describes 40 projects in total, including six patterns added for the second edition.
Does the book include the Clearview Triangle ruler?
The listing recommends the 10-inch Clearview Triangle ruler for cutting and says it is sold separately. It is not identified as part of the book.
What design guidance does the book offer?
The description mentions setting shapes, alternate blocks and border options, alongside troubleshooting tips and material lists.
Is this a digital edition?
The supplied product details include ebook features such as screen-reader support, enhanced typesetting and Page Flip.
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