Erin Cox

Sweet Tweets: Simple Stitches, Whimsical Birds Erin Cox

Publisher Marketing: Fall in love with cheery little birds that add the perfect touch of whimsy to these simple, practical items. The magic happens with a unique style of raw-edge applique that's similar to free-motion quilting, as if you were sketching with thread. Let your creativity soar with 11 quick projects. Get the look of hand embroidery without the handwork--almost all the stitching is done by machine!Stitch patchwork patterns including a pillow, place mat, coaster, tote bag, and small quiltsMake personalized gifts for housewarmings, holidays, babies, and birthdays--this technique works well on many types of projectsAdd crochet edging to several projects if you wish (instructions are included)

Contributor Bio:  Cox, Erin Erin Cox is a quilter and homemaker. She lives in the rural Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia. Her love for quilting started 13 years ago while she was living in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where she was surrounded by beautiful Amish and Mennonite quilts. After sewing her first Churn Dash block, she was hooked. Quilting has been a part of her everyday life ever since.