1 / 7Alice's Country Diary Quilt: EPP, Appliqué and Hand Embroidery
Alice's Country Diary Quilt is a project book for making a nature-inspired quilt with English Paper Piecing, appliqué and hand embroidery. It describes 25 embroidered blocks and 12 border blocks for a stated 68 x 68-inch finished quilt, with instructions for stitching and construction. The project combines hand sewing with some machine piecing for final assembly.
At a glance
- Combines English Paper Piecing, hand embroidery and quilt construction in one seasonal project.
- Includes 25 embroidered designs featuring countryside-inspired plants and insects, plus 12 border blocks.
- Provides step-by-step stitching and construction guidance, iron-on embroidery transfers, and thread and colour advice.
- Includes botanical drawings and plant lore alongside the quilt project.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The book brings embroidery, EPP and final quilt assembly together, making it useful for a coordinated long-term project.
- The listed transfers and clear project guidance offer a starting point for transferring motifs and following the construction sequence.
- The stated 68 x 68-inch quilt gives the project a defined finished-size target.
Cons
- The project relies substantially on hand sewing and embroidery, so it may not suit someone seeking a quick or primarily machine-sewn quilt.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Embroidery blocks | 25 |
|---|---|
| Finished quilt size | 68 x 68-inch |
| Techniques | English Paper Piecing (EPP), hand embroidery, and quilting |
| Assembly | a touch of machine piecing for final assembly |
| Publisher | David & Charles |
|---|---|
| Publication date | March 31 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 168 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1446317315 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1446317310 |
| Weight listed | 850 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 27.3 x 21 x 27.3 cm |
What to know before buying
- The book describes Liberty Tana Lawn fabric in its design, while also stating that any quilting fabric can be used. Final assembly includes some machine piecing, alongside hand-sewing techniques.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Quilters interested in combining EPP, appliqué and hand embroidery in one substantial project.
- Crafters drawn to botanical and seasonal motifs, slow stitching and illustrated plant lore.
- Readers who want step-by-step guidance for both embroidery and quilt construction.
Less suited to
- Anyone looking mainly for fast projects or machine-only quilting.
- Buyers seeking a kit with fabric, thread or other sewing materials. The listing describes book content and transfers, not a supplied materials bundle.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the illustrations, detailed content and step-by-step instructions, with praise for clear trace patterns. Those reported strengths are relevant to a book combining embroidery designs and quilt construction, though they do not establish how every technique will suit an individual maker. The aggregate ratings are strongly weighted toward five-star ratings, but a smaller share falls below that category, so experiences are not uniform.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and visual presentation.
- Feedback describes the instructions as detailed and useful as a step-by-step guide.
- Customers report that the trace patterns are clear and easy to follow.
Frequently asked questions
What techniques does the project use?
The listing describes English Paper Piecing, hand embroidery and quilting, with some machine piecing for final assembly.
What size quilt does the book describe?
The listing gives a finished size of 68 x 68-inch.
Are fabric and thread included?
The supplied details describe fabric options and DMC thread colours, but do not list fabric or thread as included items. The book is presented as project guidance, not a materials kit.
Does the listing describe embroidery transfers?
Yes. It says iron-on embroidery transfers are included. The listed product is a book, and no separate fabric or thread bundle is specified.
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