Books and Patterns for Sale

Wiggles, waves, twists, twirls, leaves and logs. What do they all have in common? Curvy lines! This book is all about Free-Form topstitched curves. Over 20 new projects and variations to try: Table runners, wall hangings and quilts to celebrate special occasions and the simple joys of life. 96 pages full color $25 Click and peek inside the book Click to order from Amazon Note: Wiggles and Waves replaces the Layered Waves book, which is out of print

Happy Villages Book  - Updated and Expanded 2nd Edition
	More Happy Villages in this updated edition! Let your imagination run wild as you explore the freedom of raw-edge fabric collage! No seams to sew, no points to match. Fabrics are lightly glue basted then machine stitched with a layer of tulle. Step-by-step your village will magically come to life.   48 pages full color  A 16" x 16" project you can create in a day 12 variations offered - seasonal, international, whimsical, etc. Instructional Gallery with fabric collage process $ 22                   Click to order from Amazon

	Create elegant quilted jackets using Karen's Layered Waves technique.  Choose from 10 casual open front jacket styles. Each one showcases flowing lines and dramatic angles that are designed to flatter your figure. Variations include a vest and a bolero shrug a special chapter with patterns to make a 18" doll jacket and a teddy bear vest.  shhhhhh....the secret is the sweatshirt base, but you can use your favorite jacket or vest pattern too  80 pages full color     $ 24   Click to order from Amazon

Accidental Landscapes Book

Discover the secrets of creating a fabric landscape accidentally using Karen's layering and topstitching technique.  You'll find out how to  capture the feeling of a scene in simple layers create a landscape based on a favorite photo, postcard, color palette, memory or vacation surprise yourself with lively, exciting compositions adopt the same easy techniques for gorgeous curved borders 64 pages full color     $ 21.95     Click to order from Amazon

Patterns

How to order Patterns:

• email karen@quilted-lizard.com which patterns you would like to buy
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Circle of Friends Patterns

Turquoise Turtles (Ocean/Beach) - #1 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible flora, fauna, and critters! Relax and imagine yourself on the beach as you create a wall hanging with these adorable creatures from the sea...crabs, starfish, seahorses, kissing fish, seashells and seaweed. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique. This design looks great on either a black or white background.  Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00
Blue Butterflies (Garden Bugs) - #2 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible flora, fauna, and critters! It's not just the bees that are busy! Check out this summer garden that really hums with the activity of ladybugs, bees, butterflies, and dragonflies. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique. Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00
Goofy Ghosts (Halloween) - #3 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible flora, fauna, and critters! These ghosts are having way too much fun to scare anyone. Come join their party of black cats, pumpkins, owls, candy corn, purple bats, and broomsticks. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique.  Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00
Colorific Quilters (Quilting Friends) - #4 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible friends and fashion! Dress your quilting friends in their favorite colors, typical outfits and give them a "good hair" day. Be sure to include your self-portrait to complete your friendship circle. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique.  Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00      Makes a great group project for your quilt guild, small quilt circle or staff project for quilt stores.
Mountain Moose (Forest Animals) - #5 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible flora, fauna, and critters! Let this friendly gathering of moose, chipmunks, squirrels, bears, foxes and bald eagles keep you company as you nestle in a cozy cabin in the woods. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique.  Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00

Tasty Tomatoes (Vegetables) - #6 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible fresh food. Fresh from the garden, these fabric vegetables are ready to slice and serve. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique. Great as a table topper. Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00

Fabulous Flamingos (Tropical) - #7 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible flora, fauna, and critters! Brighten up any room with this colorful collection of parrots, fish, flamingos and palm trees. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique.  Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00

Silly Snowmen (Winter) - #8 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible flora, fauna, and critters! Give your winter months a splash of color with this gathering of cardinals, blue jays, holly leaves and snowmen that form a giant snow flake. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique.  Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00
Rowdy Roosters (Barnyard Family) - #9 in the Circle of Friends Series
	A kaleidoscope of fusible flora, fauna, and critters! Welcome each morning with this happy chorus of crowing roosters joined by hens, baby chicks, eggs and sunflowers. Simple straight-stitch applique is done at the quilting stage, which eliminates the need for a stabilizer. Easily adapted to your favorite method of machine or hand applique.  Finished size 25" W x 25" L $ 9.00

Lucky Lizard Patterns

Mola Lizard - #1 in the Lucky Lizard Series
	Inspired by the colors and shapes in Kuna Indian Mola Panels, this simplified version gives the look of reverse applique by using straight - stitch machine applique / quilting and fusible web.  Finished size 17" W x 23" L     - NO LONGER AVAILABLE -
Comma Chameleons - #2 in the Lucky Lizard Series
	For the lizard lovers in your life, here is an easy wallhanging featuring happy chameleons sure to make you smile. Discover how quick it is to "piece" the background block using fabric collage construction. A layer of tulle is added to stop the raw edges from fraying and gives the surface a refined look. The first time you'll need your sewing machine will be at the final steps of quilting.   Finished size 16 1/2" W x 16 1/2" L $ 8.50
Lizard on a Ladder - #3 in the Lucky Lizard Series
	The whimsical idea of a lizard with a ladder came from the book Alice in Wonderland & Through the Looking Glass.  This version takes on a Southwestern flavor by introducing my lizard to the ladders of the pueblos and cliff dwellings. Both fabric glue and fusible web are used in the collage construction process. A layer of tulle and yarn are added at the machine quilting stage.  Finished size 15" W x 21" L $ 8.50
Salamander Square - #4 in the Lucky Lizard Series
	A swirl of salamanders chase each other on this little wall hanging or pillow. Fabric collage construction is used to layer the shapes, so you won't have any seams to sew or edges to turn under. A layer of tulle and machine quilting will hold this raw edge collage in place. Couched spirals of yarns and an assortment of beads add texture to this playful block.  Finished size 18 1/2" W x 18 1/2" L $ 8.50

NOTE: These are not your "typical" patterns. As the name implies, the landscapes are created ACCIDENTALLY. All of the cutting is done free form with the  pattern providing guidelines to measurements, colors, proportion and value placement. Also included are collage details and several variations to the main pattern. Consider them as creative starter kits to spark your imagination as you create your own unique landscapes . 

Meadow & Mountains  -   #1 in the Accidental Landscape Series Accidental Landscapes rely on layers of colors and lines to capture the feelings of a favorite scene. These miniatures are quick and easy to make, no templates, no fuss – just free form rotary cutting and topstitched edges. The results are always a pleasant surprise.
	This pattern will help you “plan” your Accidental Meadow and Mountains landscape. Finished size is approximately 26”W x 18”L (not including borders). Landscapes can be matted and framed or finished as a miniature quilt by adding bordersand quilting. Technique: Layered Curves and Peaks $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the  Meadows & Mountains Pattern

Beaches  -   #2 in the Accidental Landscape Series
	This pattern will help you “plan” your Accidental Beach Seascape. Finished size is approximately  8”W x 12”L (not including borders). Landscapes can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Curves $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the Beaches Pattern

Farms & Fields  -   #3 in the Accidental Landscape Series
	This pattern will help you “plan” your Accidental Farms and Fields landscape. Finished size is approximately  7”W x 8”L (not including borders). Landscapes can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Curves $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the  Farms & Fields Pattern

City Skylines  -   #4 in the Accidental Landscape Series
	This pattern will help you “plan” your Accidental City Skyline. Finished size is approximately  9”W x 6”L (not including borders). City Skylines can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Rectangles $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the City Skylines Pattern

Canyons & Mesas - #5 in the Accidental Landscape Series
	This pattern will help you “plan” your Canyons & Mesas. Finished size is approximately  9”W x 6”L (not including borders). Canyon scenes can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Peaks $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the  Canyons& Mesas Pattern
Coastlines - #6 in the Accidental Landscape Series
	This pattern will help you “plan” your Coastlines. Finished size is approximately  11”W x 8”L (not including borders). Coastlines can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Curves and Peaks $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the  Coastlines Pattern
Autumn Hills - #7 in the Accidental Landscape Series
	This pattern will help you “plan” your Autumn Hills. Finished size is approximately  9”W x 9”L (not including borders). Hill scenes can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Curves $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the  Autumn Hills Pattern
Golf Courses - #8 in the Accidental Landscapes Series The perfect gift for your favorite golfer! Create a golf course that can be anywhere in the country or world, simply by changing the collage details (add palm trees, willows, cacti or even an ocean). No two courses will be identical, but that's par for the course! The Golf Course  scene measures approximately 8" x 10" (not including borders). Golf Course scenes can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Curves and Peaks $ 7.00          click here to see variations of the  Golf Courses Pattern
Ski Slopes - #9 in the Accidental Landscapes Series
	Create a winter wonderland complete with your choice of a skier or a snowboarder, or leave them both out for a beautiful winter scene.  Add Christmas or Holiday theme borders for a festive winter scene. The Ski Slope scene measures approximately 14" x 9" (not including borders). Ski Slope scenes can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Curves and Peaks $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the  Ski Slopes Pattern
Lakes - #10 in the Accidental Landscapes Series
	Capture the dramatic light of your favorite lake in simple layers. Customize your scene by adding your choice of a canoe, kayak, sail boat, row boat, heron, ducks, flying geese, moose, bear or a  fisherman. The Lakes  scene measures approximately 10" x 8" (not including borders). Lake scenes can be matted and framed OR finished as a miniature quilt by adding borders and quilting. Technique: Layered Curves and Lines $ 7.00	click here to see variations of the  Lakes Pattern

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