The Bottom Line
The Best of Barbara Baatz Hillman will be a welcome addition to any stitcher's library, especially those who enjoy large floral designs. The book, published by Leisure Arts, includes over twenty projects from Kooler Design Studios designer Barbara Baatz Hillman.
Pros
- 20 Detailed Designs
- Easy to Read Color Charts
- Various Sizes of Projects
Cons
- Some Charts are Spread Out Over Several Pages
Description
- Designs are detailed without being too difficult. The floss colors are well-selected for each vibrant design.
- The charts are in color, in large print, and easy to read. Even darker symbols are easy to distinguish.
- A wide variety of projects from large to small are included.
Guide Review - The Best of Barbara Baatz Hillman - Leisure Arts and Kooler Design Studios
With 20+ projects, The Best of Barbara Baatz Hillman, has a wide variety of projects including bookmarks, table runners, towels, and bread cloths. The charts are color and easy to read, though some charts are spread out over several pages.
Themes of Patterns
Themes of Patterns
- Easter - two bookmarks and a table set that celebrate the "wonder and majesty of Easter"
- Floral Fancy - small floral design suitable for a pillow
- Our Blessing - beautiful birth announcement
- Amazing Grace - embellished version of the hymn lyrics
- In the Garden - lovely border surrounds the words of the song
- Token of Love - detailed wedding sampler with tulips, cherubs, and beading
- Grandma's Flowers - autumn flowers conceal a tiny surprise - a bird's nest
- Wreath for All Seasons - four variations on a heart-shaped grapevine wreath to stitch as one project or separately
- Morning Dew - hollyhocks and hummingbirds in a breath-taking design
- Stitcher's Sampler - sewing notions and a saying sure to please seamstresses and stitchers alike
- Watering Can Collection - watering cans, topiaries, gardening tools, and small creatures inhabit an interesting design
- Bountiful Beauty - harvest fruits and a small bird in vibrant colors
- Humming Bird Banquet - flower and hummingbird in flight
- Towels - toile and tassel designs
