A Dozen Roses - Beautiful Quilts and Pillows (Paperback)

From rosy renditions of classic flowers to hip "hybrids" of nature's showiest bloom, you can grow your own quilted rose garden with easy piecing, gorgeous applique, and unique embellishments. You can choose from eight quilt projects, including a sampler quilt, a baby quilt, and a clever coverlet that's surprisingly easy to make. You can make five coordinating pillow designs, such as a sumptuous velveteen rose, torn chiffon "petals," and a ribbon-striped bolster; and, find tips throughout to simplify construction - plus a little romantic rose-related lore.