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A couple of my favorites include the Basket Weave and Chevrons and I love this variation on the chevron technique.
Then Lucie provides a beautiful variety of quilt designs using the different methods she introduces. I guarantee this book will inspire to to pull out your scraps and use them to create something new and beautiful.
I couldn’t resist pulling out some of my own scraps and trying Lucie’s Chevron technique. I really liked the method she used because there was so little fabric waste compared to other methods that create similar designs. (I even pulled out some of my carefully hoarded Summersville scraps to play with.) I can’t wait to play more.
Today, I have a copy of Quilt Improv 
to give away to one of you! If you would like the chance to win, just leave a comment on this blog post. If you want to, share your feelings about improvisational quilting – are you an experienced improv-er? Or is it something new and out of your comfort zone?
Giveaway open until Sunday, January 12 at midnight MST. GIVEAWAY CLOSED
WINNER: JennyJanuary 6, 2014 at 1:20 PM
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Ethne
There's an incredible range of improv blocks here – I love the 7th block in particular <br />Here's to more free form blocks …..
Teje Karjalainen
Looks fantastic! I love improv quilting but would need help and this book looks very inspiring! x Teje<br />nerospost(at)gmail(dot)com
Mossie
Looks like a wonderful book!
highwaycottage
I used to do a little improv when I was in quilting bees, but I have no done either for a long time. A shame as I enjoy it and would love the inspiration to do some more.
hkkchris
That book looks amazing – like you I particularly love the chevrons. I have dabbled in improvisation, but somehow never been happy with the result. Maybe this book might change that?
Jennie
Looks like a great book – my brain really struggles with improv so I need all the help I can get 🙂
Mokki stevenson
This book looks great. I like more modern looking improv quilts and have experimented on my own but am yet to successfully improv anything! I definitely need help in that area!
SRobbins
The improv technique is definitely out of my comfort zone……I'm trying something now and don't know if I should do more or give it up and stick with more structured patterns. This book might give me the guidance I need.
Debbie
I really like all these unusual quilts. It's like anything goes!
Karen M
Thanks for the chance to win the book. I would love to learn her chevron technique that doesn't waste so much fabric.
Erin
This book looks so interesting! I have made slab blocks and string blocks, but not enough for my own project. I need to do some using up of my scraps – they are getting out of control!
charlotte
Looks like a great book. I love improv and have done a few for swaps and bees, but I have trouble letting go and letting it happen and not be a pattern. Guess I need more practice.
Kim D.
This is something I have never tried. I would love to win this book and try improv quilting
sophie
Improv quilting always feels like play. I would like to find the confidence to do it more.
beth lehman
just like sophie above…i wish i had more confidence!!! i absolutely love to play and will do it with scraps… but there are times i am overwhelmed with larger pieces or fabric collections, for fear of making a mistake. i far prefer improv to technical piecing.
Lisa Marie
I have only done the most basic of improv sewing — wonky log cabins. I have had a lot of fun with them. I think this book could move me into some more adventurous improv piecing. Thanks for the chance to win!
Margaret
The colours in the pictures really catch my eye. I'd love to try out some new ideas and techniques.
Sharon Eshlaman
The book sure looks great. I could sure use it as I need all the help I can get. Improv puts me way out of my comfort zone. It's hard to teach an old dog new tricks – I'm the old dog! Thanks for a chance to win and therefore, learn something new and exciting!
maggieinthemountains
Out of my comfort zone.<br />Maggiecolorado@gmail.com
DeborahGun
I would love to win this book and give improvisational piecing a go – I think i would love it. I hate cutting fabric to size!!
Laura
I love seeing her beautiful quilts!
Bunny Wilson
I've never done improv quilting and would love to explore it!
holly
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Bari B
Those are beautiful quilts and blocks! I would love to win the book!
Anita
I would love to win a copy of this book, because I need to improve my improvisational skills.<br />Thanks for the giveaway!
holly
I've never tried improv piecing but it looks fun. thanks for the inspiration!
rmsreid
This is way outside my comfort zone – I usually buy fabric for specific projects but I have some scraps I need some inspiration to use!
Abby
The book looks so inspirational – thanks for the great giveaway!
Jenny L
I have quite a few scraps that need to be used up, and this book seems like just the ticket! I generally do not do improv sewing/piecing, but am certainly interested in trying it! Thanks for the opportunity.
Lisa
I have a whole bucket of blue scraps that I need to do this with.. Would make a great baby boy quilt!
moesey
Would LOVE to learn this to use up my tons of scraps that I can't bear to part with! Thanks for the chance to win!
scottylover
I'm not usually a fan of improv blocks, but there are some neat ones here. It just might change my mind!<br />Sandy A
susan
At first glance I had passed over this book I have so many but you have peaked my interest with this post. I would love an opportunity to win a copy. Thanks
AuntieCrafty
I really enjoy improvisational quilting and plan to do more of it in 2014.
CJ
This is such a great book! I bought it for my bee gift exchange and had a hard time letting it go.
Frankie
Totally out of my comfort zone, but I love the look of it and want to give it a try.
Jacque Dunn
Improv is not part of my current mode of sewing but I think this book will make me a convert!
AngieSue
I've made one improvisational quilt – using rectangles. It was easy technically, but very hard not to over- think all my colors and sizes. I'd like to try more — this book looks wonderful & I'm definitely going to pick up a copy.
Georgi
I've never made an improv quilt ~ yet! It's definitely going on my bucket list 🙂 Thanks for the chance ~ fingers crossed!!
Carol
I haven't done much improv quilting, but I'd love to try. I love the look….but I'm hesitant to work without a pattern. So a book like this would be great!
JoNell
Striving to become more of an improv-er.
Lynn
Ohhhh! Such quilt eye candy would love to learn improv! What a wonderful looking book!
Amber
I really like improve piecing. Nothing too wonky though! This book looks great.
Cattlilly
This looks like something I would like to try.<br />
Sally Nicol
I love Lucie's fabrics and this book is on my wish list as I want to try improv piecing.
Stephanie
I've been dying to read this
Amy
Love the improv blocks put together with sashing. Looks like a bright and colorful day outside a window – we need that right now!
Esther Dunn
Love improv style quilts…would love to learn more from the book. g.dunn@shaw.ca
Kim
I struggle with improv quilting, but my scrap piles are growing and I need to learn to let go a little! 🙂
Susan
I don't struggle with improv. I struggle more with regular piecing as I have tried everything to get a consistent 1/4 inch seam and nothing works. With improv, I don't have to worry about it.
Susan
I love the improvisational style, and I'd love to win this book.
Janarama
I love the 12 different style improv blocks in this book. Thank you for the chance to win.
Kim M
These blocks look like so much fun! I haven't done much improv yet (probably because I don't have a ton of scraps to work with).
MissEnota aka Kristin S.
Ooh! These are gorgeous. I'm sort of an improv quilter already but I haven't really thrown myself into it with a purpose. I think it would be cool to try.
Claudia
Great quilt blocks! I've always used a pattern until a few months ago when I made a wonky star block and an improv log cabin block for do. good stitches. I loved both, so I'm sure this book would give me some guidelines to continue with improv – or is guidelines and improv an oxymoron?
amy5rose
I tend to start with a block or a pattern for each quilt, but I never end up following them 100%! Its fun to add little extras 🙂
bnh123
I love her fabrics and have this book on my wish list!
neubiewaters
I get a little anxious when thinking about improv blocks bc i really love matching everything up all nice and precise. But I like the look of improv quilts. Maybe the book calms the anxiety of things not matching up? :)<br />
MaureenM
I haven't been brave enough to try improv yet but what a beautiful inspiration!
Dana
Love the chevrons!!
Helen in the UK
I'd love a chance of winning a copy of this book. I've played with strings a few times, but this book seems to give lots more ideas for scrappy improv 🙂
Linda
HI, THANKS FOR SHARING A GREAT BOOK GIVEAWAY!<br />KINDA NEW TO QUILTING, BUT LIKE THE SCRAPPY IMPROV.<br /><br />msstitcher1948@yahoo.com
Kay Losh
I love the 'make it up as you go' within limits. It reminds me of the "use it up" and "waste not" era of quilting. My last challenge to myself was a string block with colors I don't ordinarily use/like. Love the quilts shown from the book!
Leigh Anne
This book is definitely on my short list! I love some improv quilting but haven't yet been able to break into it myself. Even when I do something scrappy, it's very calculated LOL
Ella
SO love improv! Need to do it more often!
emily
I would love to try this!
LizzyClips
Sounds like a great book, very inspiring!!
Maria
I would definitely like to do more improv quilting! Have done a little bit, but it's still outside my "zone." Thanks for a chance to win this book!
Lynda
I would love to win this book – it looks like it is just the "board" I need to jump into the improve pool
Erin Myone
Thanks for the giveaway, I could definitely use some more information about improv. piecing.
Cheryl
I love improv- and some of those designs are very inspiring!
Guppymomma
Looks like a wonderful book. I like the idea of techniques that let you do your own thing rather than a specific pattern.
Beverly
Sounds very interesting. Sort of what my grandmother would have called a "crazy" quilt. I have never done one, but it sounds like it might be more my sort of thing. I am just learning to quilt and have issues with blocks not coming out quite the right size. But I don't worry too much about it right now. After I get a couple under my belt, then I'll worry about it.
Sarah
That book looks perfect for me!
Nanette Merrill
I made a chevron scrap last year. It was really fun.
Sarah Grace
This seems like a great book. i am a huge fan of improv work and the more modern quilts. I have only pieced one improv quilt together and I would love to try another.
Linda
I'm new to the world of improv but would love to get my hands on this book and learn!
Barb Robinson
Thanks for highlighting the chevron block here. I love that. I'm just new to improv and am working to re-program my 'traditional block' brain. Love your blog. Thanks for the inspiration and color!! Barb
Heather H. Karr
What a great idea. I've only played a little with improv blocks in my bee, but I'd love to learn more and get comfortable with my own projects. Thanks for the chance to win such a fun book!
Katy Cameron
Oh I love Lu, she's such a hoot! And she has the most fabulous projects, I loved the FQR class I took with her
LittleHouseontheDairy
I have tried it a couple times but never hit a groove. It has always looked muddled. Not happy like yours does!
bethanndodd
Although I love improve blocks I have yet to try it. This book looks like great inspiration. Thanks for the chance. Smiles
MellieWo
I like the idea of using scraps up so I'm always looking for some inspiration. Thanks for the chance at a copy!
M.W.
This is something I need to try this year. Thanks for the chance to win.<br />Shawn
Jenny
I love improv quilting, because the quilts I love most have something unexpected. I love to be surprised, and although I don't always add this element to my projects, I wish I could. Thanks!! I'd love this book.
RobinSue
Thank you for introducing me to this book – it looks amazing and I can't wait to get a copy!
the mrs
I just love Lucie's fabric designs and am excited to see that she has a book as well. I've never done improve quilting. Looks like fun!
Wendy Iris
Looks like a great book. I have done some improv but would love to do more.
Wendy Iris
Looks like a great book. I have done some improv but would love to do more.
Julie in WA
I have done a bit of improve, but I would like to do more. I don't think it comes naturally to me…yet…
Janet M
This book looks very interesting – may help me get up the nerve to try some improve!
Kay
I have done a little and really like the scrappy look. This book would be a great resource. Thanks for a fun giveaway.<br />ks(dot)eyles(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk
Slowpoke
I don't know if this is open to International peoples, like from Canada, eh? I would gladly pay for the shipping for this lovely book. Yes Improv is so out of my comfort zone, but I do like the look of it. So it would be nice to be introduced (and tempted) to do some. Thank You.
Gill
I've never tried improv but I love Lu's work (and fabrics)
Julia
Improv Quilting is definitely new and out of my comfort zone. This book would be a real treat to stretch my capabilities.Thank you for the chance to win!
maureen
I tend to overthink things too much. My word for the year is DARE. As in dare to get out of my comfort zone and try something new. This book might be just the one I need to get me started on improv quilting!
Jenn @ A Quarter Inch from the Edge
This past year I joined my first on-line bee, ModQImprov Canada. So far, I'm really enjoying improv piecing. When I'm doing it, I feel like I'm really creating something! Thanks for the opportunity to win what looks like an inspiring book. The improv chevrons look like lots of fun!
L
I've done some improv quilting, but haven't quite found my happy place with it yet
carla
I am still new to it all!!!! Having fun learning!!!! I would love to try improve!!!! Great give away!!!! Thank You
Linda B
I am definitely more into improvisational quilting because I feel like it's less formal and it's ok if it's not perfect.
Daniel
Thanks for the review! I am not experienced at improv, but I'd love to do it more often. One of my New Year's goals is to make more of my own things and rely less on patterns.
Elaine
Would love to try some improv! I am still a little new to quilting, but I like it!<br />satterfieldfmaily at sbcglobal dot net
along1000
sooo want this book!! 🙂
Granny Maud's Girl
It is totally new and out of my comfort zone. I am usually 'planned and precise' but I need to learn to let my hair down.
RinkComms
What a great book! I've been wanting to loosen up my quilting a bit and improvisational quilting would be a great way to get started. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and some of the images from the book, Amy.
skinny52
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birdWatcher
I've never done anything improv and not even a lot of quilt making. Would be fun to try something a little more relaxed!
skinny52
This looks like a wonderfully original and creative book!!! Beachtripper@sbcglobal.net
Sarah MO
I've never heard of improv quilting, but it sounds so fun!
Ashley
I'm new to improv! I don't even know where to begin so I just keep hoarding fabric. 😉
Anastasia Cochardo
I haven't actually strated my quilt yet but while my bank acct. builds up I am gathering as much info as possible.
andpins
Improv is way out of my comfort zone, but it is something that I want to tackle this year. Thanks for the opportunity!
Ellee
Wow! This book is full of wonderful inspiration for the new year! — soparkaveataoldotcom
Theresa N.
I'd love to win it.<br />theresa n<br />weceno(at)yahoo(dot)com
Mom C
There's nothing I like better than taking scrapes and sewing them together. I'd be really excited to see some ideas of what to do after I get the pieces all together. I have several queen sized scrap quilts that I would love to cut up and make into somethings gorgeous. 'Cause they are just too, too much as they are right now. Thanks.
tiffany
oh wow, that looks great! i'm a big-time planner & cutter, but i'd love to branch out into improv piecing. i hoard scraps, but so far haven't really used them much (for shame!). fingers crossed & thanks for the chance.
Andrea @ Sew Divertimento
I love improv piecing. I definitely need to do more!!! I love string quilts! =) Thanks for the giveaway!
Lucy Beth Greene
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Margie
Definitely a newbie at improv, but I love the freedom it gives. Thank you for a great giveaway. 🙂
Lucy Beth Greene
or a girl with experience in theater, the word "improve" simultaneously evokes feelings of terror and shear excitement. When I sit down to create something without a pattern, direction, or even an idea of how it will turn out, I feel like I'm truly living on the wild side. <br /><br />I can't wait to open up Lucie's new book and broaden my improvisational horizons!
Tamie
I have tried improv before, actually in a Denyse Schmidt class, but it is still way outside my box. I want to be challenged more… Thanks for the review.
Danielle Bartran
This looks like a GREAT book!!
Ramona
I have never tried improv quilting but would love to and this book sounds like it would be a great book to use to learn more.
Jennifer
I am dying to try improv quilting–would love to win this book!
t-ktl
Would love to try improv!<br />t_ktl@yahoo.com
Meg Moe
That looks so fun! I have to say that improv does not exactly come naturally to me!<br />kireisole @ gmail.com
Lisa
I have never done improv quilting but it looks like something I would love. I love how each of those different techniques look!
Nancycim
This is definitely out of my comfort zone but I would love to give it a try. I loved the chevron look!
james and bess
This is way out of my comfort zone, but I find it intriguing. 🙂 Fun giveaway!<br /><br />Bess
sandrarumsey
Just what I would love as I have just started Patchwork & Quilting.
June D
Boy, I'm pulling my sewing machine out at the right time – these improvisational quilting ideas are just what I need. The idea of cutting out 110 pieces in one shape and size to make another set of blocks that are all the same with the same colors leaves me cold. I've done it a few times, but now that I've mastered that, it's time to be creative! Thank you for letting me know
Pank
The new techniques of improv look really neat. I've been trying to play with my scraps in different ways. Thanks for the chance to win the book and improve my improv with scraps. Have a great day.
Mama H
So many inspirational quilts. I can't wait to flip through this book!
Beth
I have to work at being spontaneous, but I'm trying!
Anne Andrew
Looks like lots of great ideas to use up my ever growing pile of scraps
Elizabeth
Oooooh, this is so exciting! I love improvisational blocks, and there are some different things to consider here. Would love to have this book!<br />
Linda Fleming
I love the idea of the improv blocks – this book would be a great help!
Catrin Lewis
I love to improvise so learning so new techniques would be lovely, thanks for the chance of winning
Sowing Stitches
Really like the freedom of expression to be had with Improv quilts! 🙂 Especially the use of all the treasured bits and pieces cluttering the sewing studio!! 🙂
Eva
I like "controlled" improv, like the chevrons you show. I'd also like to try some really "crazy" improv some time, since I really like the look of that. It would mean to step out of my comfort zone, though.
Janice Stockwell
That book looks terrific! I've done a bit of improv piecing but not a whole quilt …just a few blocks.
Jessie Fincham @ Messy Jesse
I would love to try my hand at improv quilting! It would be completely out of my comfort zone, so I would love to try something new. I met Lucie at FQR last year and she's so nice! Thanks for the chance of winning. xo
Jenny Faasavalu
Improv is new to me! I would be happy to try it!!!
mamasem
LOve it!
Andi
I love a bit of improv!! And I love the look of this book.<br />Thanks for the great review.<br />Andi 🙂
Laura B
Improv seems so much less stressful! I love it.
Kim Johnson
I would love to win this book? I really like the improv look, but I feel like my blocks look like I just messed up instead.
Shelor Robin
I am just wanting to start improv quilting. This book looks like a winner!
aeundrw
That love that chevron!
Gina
I've dabbled in improv, but definitely could use some additional practice. I need to learn to "let go" and allow myself to enjoy it!
Bohemian Mimi
My daughter is trying to get me to try improv on a quilt for her. This book is the inspiration I need!
JackieJo
I would love to try improv quilting!!!<br />
REACH
Im new at quilting but I love thr freedom this book seems to offer! For a beginner quilter patterns and fancy blocks can seem challenging and there is a fear of messing up the pattern with the wrong color piece in the wrong place! This book looks creative and eliminates some if the fear but still allows for challenge! I would love to know more!!
Brianna
I made a slab with little apples scraps one time! It was very fun but I would like to know more!
Wanda
I've been wanting to try an improve quilt. I'm just not sure if I can resist the urge to go against the technique! I love the chevrons and the string blocks. I too hate the methods with waste. I'll have to be on the lookout for this book at my lqs.
Barb
I would love to make an improve quilt but it seems overwhelming…I think some tips would help inspire me to give it a try!
Carol
I'd love to try some improv. techniques. It looks like a great book, thanks for the giveaway!
Melissa Crafts
I haven't ever tried improv quilting… it seems so scary and yet exciting at the same time!!
S Staum
Improv piecing is my ultimate favorite! It is just so freeing and less stressful than having all points and corners meet perfectly and so on. It's just so fun to create as you go. I love all the possibilities. That being said I have lots to learn especially about scale and value, etc. I absolutely would love a copy of Quilt Improv!!!
Chris
Improv piecing is totally out of my comfort zone, but I can't wait to give it a try! The book looks wonderful! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
Cheri Hage
"Improv"-anything is a little scary for me but would be a fun new way of using some of the hoarded stash ! Thanks for the chance 🙂
Ed U. Cator
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Indiana in B'more
this books looks amazing! i would love to use it to get started.
Hooked on Quilting
Wow! This would really be out of my comfort zone. I'd love to give it a try, though. Thanks for the give-away. <br /><br />
Judith
I love the chevon block. I am new to this, but looks amazing! Thanks for the chance to win.
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kris
I've admired Lu summers' work for a bit now and her book is on my wish list! It looks so neat.
Sonia B
Those look like some amazing blocks and quilts. I'm new to improv, but have loved it when I've tried it. Thanks for the chance.
debbe geiger
I would love to try out some of those beauitiful blocks. Hope I get the chance to!
Cherilyn
This book looks like fun. I have never made an improv quilt, but I want to try new quilting techniques this year. Your cheverons are so pretty!
Kaysee
I have not yet built up enough courage to try Improv, but with Lucy's book to guide me I know I can create some wonderful pieces. Thank you!
Angela Sanfilippo
These are Exciting ideas as a new quilter I'm very inspired!
studiocharm
I love the style and the way that I buy fabric is very "improv" so I should probably quilt that way too!
Debbie Pokorny
What an awesome give away! Thank you for the chance to win this GREAT book! <br />
cristina maria
Estou iniciando no patchwork a pouco tempo. Já fiz almofadas, minha mãe fazia colchas para nosso uso, usando a técnica simples de juntar os quadrados ou retângulos e chamava de tacos.<br />Acho os tecidos usados lindos por aqui não encontro estampas tão lindas.<br />
snausages22
Hi Amy!<br />Please, please pick me to win this book! I am dying to try out improv piecing with my huge stash of scraps!!<br />Thanks!
Teresa Stanulis
Improv quilting is out of my comfort zone! This book looks like a good way to try something new.<br />tstanulis@mac.com
cat
I have never tried improv quilting. I have a couple of friends that say its wonderful. However, I have plenty of scraps to try it out. Thanks for the giveaway.
Rebecca Greco
I'm determined to do some quilting this year, so I'm addicted to looking at quilting books and websites. This book looks gorgeous.
Tricia
Neat – this looks really fun. I've only done a small amount of improv quilting, but I'd love to do more with my scrap pile!
Amy C
I would love to try this. I love modern quilting!
Art by Rhoda Forbes
I love the look of the improv blocks…and so many to choose from. Thanks for being a port of this blog book hop .
Cynthia Meredith
Every time I try an improv technique or do a small project, I am thinking to myself how much I enjoy it. I need to do more!
Laura
I've only tried improv quilting a few time, but I would love to expand and try more. I love the look of it!
Leanne Parsons
I love the look of improv blocks, but they are soooo out of my comfort zone! Maybe something I should try, but I'm not quite brave enough yet.
Kathy Sue
Love these blocks. Wouldn't they make a great new project for 2014! Thanks for this chance. kathleendotlutzatcomcastdotnet
Rebecca Grace
I haven't done ANY improvisational piecing, and I don't have any books on this topic so I'd love to see this one. I'll keep an eye out for it at the book store. Thanks for the review!
Wife, Mom, and Nana
Newbie to improv…wow, alot to learn!!<br />
Rori
Love the improv quilt idea. I have done a couple of string quilts and have done improv with wool. I really like the last quilt…large log cabin with smaller log cabins. Thanks for the chance to receive this great book.
audrey
Would LOVE to win this book! Definitely on my list of books to buy. I've only done a little improv. piecing. It's all very new and scary to me!
Jan
I really liked the pictures you chose to share. I did not think I really liked the "modern" movement all that much but this post really wants me to try some.. I would love this book
Michele
I really love those blocks — very inspired to use up my big box of scraps!! Thank you!
Patti
That looks like a fun inspirational book!<br />Sunny
Pat V.
I've had very little experience with improv quilting. This book would definitely get me going!
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Cindy
Would love to win a copy!! Looks like a FUN book and I've got lots of scraps to clear out! Thanks!
Sandra @SewofCourse
I have dipped a toe into improv before, though only my littlest toe so far ;-). I am determined to try improv properly soon!
Chris
This book looks like fun. I am not familiar with improv so would love to know more about it! Thanks for the chance to win!
Sharon B.
As a new quilter I haven't tried Improv yet. I love the look though. Thanks for the opportunity to win this book it looks like such fun.
GO STARS!
I've worked very little with improv but definitely want to do more. This book looks like a wonderful way to get started
LynneP
I love to do improve piecing although I've only tried a few styles. If I win the book, I'd learn how to do some different types of improv!
Lindsey Coggin
I am still very inexperienced w/quilting, my first quilt was improv and my 2nd was from a pattern. I really enjoy the improv and the freedom to be creative that it gives you.
Billie Mozley
I haven't tried this style either, but sure will enjoy reading about it. If I don't win this book, I will be ordering it for sure! Looks like some beautiful quilting!
Andrea Becher
With a whole tub full of beautiful scraps I am always looking for something to do with them. This would be a great start. Exciting.
Andrea Becher
With a tub full of scraps, I am always looking for a way to use them. This would be a great start! Exciting.
Grandma Helen
Totally out of my comfort zone with improvising. I've only done 9 crazy quilt blocks as an "experiment". But I'd love to try my hand at this.
Iris
This book looks like good fun, but improv quilting is WAAAAY out of my comfort zone…..however I am looking for something new to try in 2014. So thank you very much for introducing the book and for a chance to win
Michele Bilyeu
What a lovely book! I'd love to try more than the liberated strings and modern blocks I've done so far. I'm always looking for more to learn and even more to share!
Barb and Sharon
Winning this book might make me work outside of the blocks/box.<br />Barb@witsend
Denny1600
I enjoy doing improv, but I haven't done it enough. A nudge or push would be good!
Mina
I love the look of improv and I have it on my goals list.
Lisa Salvatore
Great designs. Liberating and inspiring. My first foray into quilting was an improv class with Denise Schmidt. I was hooked! Congrats on a great book.
Margaret
I have dabbled in improv. Not sure why I'm so scared to do more–I know you can't really make mistakes doing improv.
Emma
Love, love, love your improv. chevrons!! I'm totally out of my comfort zone with improv piecing, but would love to start doing more
Angela @ Cottage Magpie
I've always wanted to try this type of quilting. Great giveaway! ~Angela~
sue
I've only been a quilting addict since the summer – hoping to learn about improv quilting because I'm a very improv type of person! Sounds like it would be perfect for me.
KWILEY
I love all these modern and improve quilts – but when I try to take an idea I've seen on a blog – I get stumped and can't start or just "wing it" Would love to see/try the ideas you have given a sneak peak of in this blog post! Thanks for a chance of being a winner!
Hot Nannie
Oh, intrigued by these quilts. I would love this book!
biggirllittlegirl
Oh, I would love to get my hands on that book!
jackie
I've done a little improv. Love it! I would love to dip into my scraps and try these blocks.
Anne
I just made my first visit to your blog and have now bookmarked it. I found your post and link on jelly roll quilts. I am excited to make one for my new great niece/nephew who is due in May. I really love the look of the chevron pattern in this book – it looks like a lot of fun 🙂
Ellee
I guess I've been doing improv quilting all along without knowing it. I have felt apologetic about my quilting, though perhaps I shouldn't have been. Would love to explore this new book so I can refine my skills. — soparkaveataoldotcom
Karen Ambrogi
I'm new to quilting, and this book looks like just what I need!
pinsandneedles
I have done some improv quilting but it really isn't in my comfort zone. I would love to learn more techniques and this book looks like a perfect one! Thanks
Bari B
I haven't done much improv piecing, but really want to do more this year. Actually, last year was so busy I didn't do much piecing at all! Beautiful book and beautiful quilts. I would love to win a copy!
pforgerson
i love improv quilting , sometimes it is all i have time for, and it fills the need to sew something!
Luch
I would love to try more improv quilting…to learn more how to work with whatever I have than have to go more more fabric! That chevron technique sounds interesting.
SIMPLESEW
I am new at improv, My sewing skills are being tested right now and when I do improv I relax and the vision become more acute to me.
Sarah Slack
I would LOVE to win this book. I'm pretty new to quilting and so far have only done super easy baby quilts. I love it though and would love a new challenge! Thanks for the opportunity!
JMM
Looks like fun! Modern take on the crazy quilt?
Mara
I need to learn how to do this improv, I like order and have a really hard time "mixing it up" I think this book could teach me to go on the "wild" side.
Deborah
I tend to be a by-the-rules person, but have jumped on the improv wagon! The book looks inspiring!
paige
I would love to learn improv quilting. This looks like a great book to help me learn!
Mandy
I'm totally new to your blog and especially to quilting so I'm getting all the info I can. This book would be amazing!!
Rachel
This would be outside my comfort zone, but it looks so fun!
Megan
I would love to win! This looks fun!
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It looks like it would be a lot of fun, it's always nice to try something new. Thanks for the chance!
Nena
Improv is definitely my style – funny how it reflects much of the rest of my life! I think this book looks really fun! and I hate, hate, hate waste! Many thanks!
Karen Propes
I love to make improvisational quilts, Sometimes you just have so much fabric, so why not. I made an Easter quilt for my Granddaughter and only had some Beatrix Potter borders,pictures squares and a little fabric. Put it all together and bam it turned out beautiful. I did the same with a Nursery rhyme quilt, with a fabric panel and a cloth book, filled in with improv blocks and it turned out
Barbara Pricola
Improv is way out of my comfort zone, but the pictures here from this exciting book make we want to try, push, take a chance. I would love to win it!
lisa shenk
Now I want to do some chevrons!!!
Catherine Remus
I am new to improv quilting and it is decidedly out of my comfort zone but intriguing. I would love to try it.
Debbie
I have done a little improve but want to learn more. I have learned some from Gwen Marston's books and would love to add this book to my library.
Vicki H
I would love to try improve, it is definitely out on my comfort zone.
Ann
I love the bright colors. The fact you can create beauty from the scraps is appealing..I have a lot of scraps.
Crystal Smith
I have not done any improve but would be willing to try it. Cute stuff and so nice looking.
Elizabeth
I have never done improvisational quilting but these images are so inspiring!
Unknown
Would love to win a copy of the book! Thanks so much!
Karen
I haven't done any improvisational piecing yet, but it seems like a great way to use up scraps quickly! Lucie's book looks lovely. Thanks for giving us an opportunity to win a copy!
slopez45s2000
This book looks beautiful. I can see myself inspired instantly. Thanks for the chance. <br />Shari M.
Miggsie
Looks like a great book – thanks for sharing!
lisapittman
I turned 60 on Thanksgiving Day. My parents gave me a sewing machine – whoopee! Now that's it's January I've made a space to set it up and get started. I used your tutorial on how to choose fabrics and to cut the pieces. I'm super excited to get started on my first quilt! Your blog is very inspirational and easy to follow!
LynneMcL
I'm new to improv and this book looks fantastic! Another to add to my book wish list!
Lori Landenburger
I would love a copy of this book as Improv really lights my mind on fire, but when I <br />Think of starting a new quilt in improv, I freeze up as it seems very intimidating. I'm still so new to<br />Quilting.
Just Sew Sue
I love the look of the chevron block too. I agree other methods are a bit wasteful.
Cindy Lawhon
i’m in the middle of cutting and laying out the Feathers Quilt. However, I find the directions a bit lacking (or maybe it’s my skill level), but it doesn’t say if the pieces laid out for columns 2 and 4 are cut in half as opposed to thirds like columns 1, 3 and 5. I assume you only cut it in half, but would like clarification before making the cut.
Amy
I’m so sorry – I’m not much help. You’ll definitely want to reach out to the author of the book: luciesummers@yahoo.co.uk