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Overview
100 The Rose Vine
    Patterns 1-5
    Patterns 6-9
200 Get Real
    Patterns 1-5
    Patterns 6-9
300 Enjoy
    Patterns 1-5
    Patterns 6-9
Valentine
    Patterns 1-5
    Patterns 6-9

The Valentine Quilt

Ribbon Appliqué – A Primer is $25.00 and includes:
     • 9 complete blocks
     • A color picture of each finished block – plus close ups
     • A Supply list
     • Complete instructions for the block and a full size pattern.
     • Complete Stitching instructions – close up pictures, dimensions and general directions
     • Quilt layout and construction
     • Detailed information on tools, ribbons, notions and other information to assist you with the construction of this quilt.

The patterns are designed to fit a diamond shape that is 18" wide and 13" high. Most of the patterns are also easily modified to fit into a 12-14" square. To assist in your pattern selection each pattern is rated with an experience level; (1) for just starting, (2) for intermediate and (3) for the more experienced.
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Big Heart (1) Dart Heart (1)
Big Heart with a luscious 4" wide ribbon, start here to learn the basics of appliquéing with ribbon
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Dart Heart simple use of ribbon with folds that quickly become a heart or any shape you need.
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Woven Heart  (1) Gauged Heart (1)
Woven Heart pieces of ribbon are woven into a heart shape that is secured the a few touches of ribbon embroidery
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Gauged Heart an old technique revived for Valentines ~ gauging is a wonderful technique to add dimension to your work. (refer to the Baltimore section of the site and take a look at the pineapple - all gauged!)
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Fan Heart (2)    
Fan Heart this heart exemplifies how to use the shaded ribbon and is the foundation for all the pieced ribbon appliqué..
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Overview Rose Vine
Patterns 1-5

Patterns 6-9
Get Real
Patterns 1-5
Patterns 6-9
Enjoy
Patterns 1-5
Patterns 6-9
Valentine
Patterns 1-5
Patterns 6-9
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