The Big Little Book of Fabric Die Cutting Tips, by Ebony Love is a new book that is a great resource for those looking at purchasing a fabric die cutting system, as well as those that may have purchased, but still has questions or concerns about how to use these Modern Quilting Tools. And, while there are many quilters that are also bloggers and share insights on their Modern Quilting Tools, this book is a great single resource that can really help you through the process of selecting a die cutting system as well as answering all your questions.
Die cutting systems have been on the market for ages and are extremely popular with those that enjoy scrapbooking. But, a few years back these cutting systems crossed over into the world of quilting and have become a tool that is growing rapidly with popularity! Still, many struggle with deciding which cutting system is appropriate for them, best way to buy dies to meet "their" needs, as well as how to become efficient when cutting fabric with a die cutting system vs a rotary cutter.
Ebony's book is here to answer all those questions and more. It isn't a project book, but a reference book. Click here to read an excerpt from this book.
This 256-page book is packed full of tips, extensive Q & A, details on how to use a die cutting system, and more!
There is a great chapter "All About Dies" that covers a broad range from getting them home, handling, compatibility, strip cutters, geometrics, traditional dies, applique', rag, and even insights on custom dies from a variety of die manufacturers.
The chapter on All about Consumables shares insights on Trays, Adapters, mats and more. Even if you have experience with a die cutter, this chapter will most likely share insights with you to give you a better understanding about the different die cutting systems, with respect to their consumables.
Many quilters feel challenged when trying to convert a quilt pattern written for one die cutting system to another. Fortunately, Ebony came up with the EDeN system, that can help. And, she shares insights on this great system in this chapter, with more information available on her EDeN website.
The Big Little Book of Fabric Die Cutting Tips retails for $29.95 in the US, and is available for purchase through Amazon.com, independent quilt shops, online stores, or direct from the publisher at http://lovebugstudios.com. Wholesale or distributor inquiries can be made on the same site, or by calling 877-577-8458.
SewCalGal hopes you get a chance to check out this new book at your local quilt shop and/or favorite online store, Amazon, or through Love Bug Studios
Here is the line up for the Big Little (Blog) Book Tour! Each of these participating blogs are sharing their insights about this book and offering the opportunity for you to win a copy.
- October 16th – Ebony Love, LoveBug Studios
- October 17th – Jennifer Rodriguez, All Things Belle
- October 18th – Marjorie Busby, Marjorie’s Quilting Bee
- October 19th – Michelle Marr, Michelle’s Romantic Tangle
- October 20th – Tammy Tutterow, Sizzix Blog (revew - no giveaway)
- October 21st – Patsy Thompson, Patsy Thompson Designs
- October 22nd – Tracy Rampling, The Peony Teacup
- October 23rd – Mary Fons, Hey Quilty! (review only - no giveaway
- October 24th – Barb Gaddy, Bejeweled Quilts
- October 25th – Katrina Chapman Kahn, Sunshower Quilts
- October 26th – SewCal Gal, Insights from SewCalGal
- October 27th – Vanessa Wilson, The Crafty Gemini
- October 28th – Kelly Jackson, I Have a Notion
- October 29th – Connie Campbell, Freemotion By the River
- October 30th – Gene Black, An Alabama Quilter
- October 31st – Ebony Love, LoveBug Studios
- November 1st – Book Launch on Amazon!
Did I mention a giveaway?
Thanks to Ebony, one lucky follower will receive their own copy of "The Big Little Book of Fabric Die Cutting Tips, by Ebony Love. Public Followers can simply leave a comment on this post to let me know you are interested in winning a copy of this book. I'll randomly select a winner and announce next Friday. Ebony will ship the prize to the respective winner.
Update, the winner of this giveaway, for the book "Big Little Book of Fabric Die Cutting Tips", by Ebony Love, the winner is: Josie McRazie (Insanity Defense).
I'm also happy to announce winners of recent giveaways:
- Fun Friday giveaway announced on the 19th for the Grip & Stitch Free-Motion Quilting Disks is: Momma Rock
- MyMemories software announced on the 22nd. The winner is: Shez
- Simply Fat Quarters book giveaway announced on the 23rd. The winners are: Deb and QuiltSue (Quilt Times)
Don't forget to check the page on this blog labeled "Giveaways" to find insights on current Giveaways & Contests. I'm currently trying to update this page 1-2 times per week.
oh my i would love to win one of these books,thankyou for a chance.xx
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ReplyDeleteAppears to be an excellent book, covering lots and lots of important information!! I'd certainly enjoy winning a copy! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThis looks a great book! I'd love to win a copy!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to Ebony's book to help me maximize the use I get out of my Sizzix Big Shot Pro. It looks like a must-have book, for sure! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI would love a chance to win this book. I've been struggling with the decision to get one of these machines and it woub be a great help.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book. I keep thinking about getting a die cutting machine, but have no idea which system would be best for me. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! Looks very useful.
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ReplyDeleteI have a cutting system on my Christmas Wish List, but don't know which one to tell Santa I want. This book would be perfect to make a decision! All these reviews have certainly created a "Can't Wait To Read That Book" syndrome out here. Thanks for the review.
ReplyDeleteWould love to win a copy of Ebony's book. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI'm a librarian/archivist, I love reference books! Would love a book that helps me get more use of my cutter and how to best take care of it and the dies.
ReplyDeleteHow interesting I was just looking at some machines yesterday on the internet trying to find out what was out there. This book would be very helpful.
ReplyDeleteI can see that I will need this book ASAP!!
ReplyDeleteThe chapter about using any type of dies in your system is so needed. Have held back purchasing dies because I don't know what adapters, trays, etc. I would need. Thank you so much for the giveaway. It's definitely needed in our sewing rooms.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, SCG! Looks like a good one to own! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
ReplyDeletePaulette
Please enter me into the drawing for Ebony's book. It sounds like the perfect book for me!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win this, don't use my Go as much as should!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the opportunity. I would love to win this book! Been following this hop and it sure sounds like a great book.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the great post about Ebony's book. I am so looking forward to having her book myself. It would be wonderful if I could win one so I've got my fingers crossed too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for a great review. I have been on the fence trying to decide if I want to pursue info on purchasing a die cutter and I think this book would help me a lot to fall off the wagon so-to-speak.......... I would love to win a copy. Thanks for the opportunity
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I love book reviews - thank you for this one! And thank you for the chance to win!! Yes please ;)
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a great resource, thanks for the review.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win a copy of "The Big Little Book of Fabric Die Cutting Tips." Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book because I have an accuquilter go for over a year and still have gotten up the nerve to use it. Help I need Help.
ReplyDeleteI've been looking at these and thinking it would be nice, a book giving more information would be really handy!
ReplyDeleteYOu certainly know how to review a book....
ReplyDeleteLooks like a very useful book which I would love to win jennylarking at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteI'd sure like to own this book! I know I would use my cutting system if I had this to read first.
ReplyDeleteDie cutters confuse me! Tethys leave this blond scratching her head! LOL
ReplyDeletewould love to read this book
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book. I have the GO Baby and would like to learn more tricks on how to use her.
ReplyDeleteWinning this book would be great. Have a Go cutter and haven't used it much!
ReplyDeleteSounds like I could really use this book to get more out of my die cutter.
ReplyDeleteI need this book!!!! Have a Studio and Go! Baby and bought a Go! die that doesn't work on either (duh!) even with adapter--feel sooo dumb--love my cutters, both of them!
ReplyDeleteAs a new owner of a Go this book would be a perfect addition along with my dies.
ReplyDeleteWow! you are reading my mind again! I was thinking about a die cutter and here you are telling me about a book that will cut my research time..I'd love to win it.
ReplyDeleteThank you, I would love the op to win Ebony's new book. I just ordered a Sizzix from Amazon and would love to learn about choosing dies, etc..
ReplyDelete[I'm a long time happy follower]
I recently purchased the Big Shot Die cutter and even more recently the Accuquilt Go! Baby as well as some dies. I have only used the dies a couple of times. Having a reference book would be a great help in getting more use out of my purchases. Please enter me in the drawing for this book.
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~June
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I already have a die cutter, but it sounds like this book would help me make the most of it!
ReplyDeleteI am a public follower and would benefit from this book. My mother won a baby GO! with no dies or mats. We want to use our baby, and Ebony's book would give us a great jump start.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win a copy. What a great resource to have.
ReplyDeleteThis book sounds like it would help me choose which machine and dies to purchase. Thanks for a chance to win! :)
ReplyDeleteI just got the Accuquilt GO and sure could use some assistance with it! awolk at rogers dot com
ReplyDeleteHi sew calGal I could surely use this book. Since going thru chemo and radiation and then breaking my finger I could use a cutting machine and I have a cuttlebug that I have never used ans don't even know if I can for fabric...help would be appreciated...
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