My New Book! Quilt As-You-Go Made Clever

(Update 9/30/21: Please see this post for a correction to the hexagon pattern in my book. Thank you!)

I am so excited to introduce to you all my new book called Quit As-You-go Made Clever! I have been quietly working on this for the past 2 years, so it’s so refreshing to finally be able to share it with you all!

This book is extra special because I styled and photographed the majority of the projects – I even photographed the book cover on my  dining room table, lol! I still recall the weekend one summer when my husband took our kids camping so that I could have the house to myself. I spent that entire weekend photographing this book, from morning until the sun went down!

If you’ve followed me, you may be aware of my two other books called Quilt As-You-Go Made Modern and Quilt As-You-Go Made Vintage. This is a follow up to both and completes the trilogy as I am not one to drag things out. I try to jam pack my books with new techniques/tips and inspiration for you all so that my readers get fulfilling and novel content. I truly feel this third book completes everything you need to know about the quilt as-you-go (QAYG) technique and helps you take it a step further with creative ideas that you may have not realized are a form of QAYG.

The projects in this book are smaller with the option to go bigger once you’re comfortable. I’ve always been a fan of smaller quilts, so i’ve also included an entire chapter on how to display your minis in your home.

And a wonderful thing about this book (along with my other two books) is it’s beginner friendly with lots of how-to images to help walk you through each project. I always make it a point to be crystal clear, because I know how daunting a project can seem as soon as something doesn’t click or make sense right away. I try to avoid that in all my books, with crystal clear instructions and tips along the way. While a beginner could do these projects, it’s also great for a seasoned quilter with creative and new techniques!

As always, I want my books to show how fun quilting is! It doesn’t have to be a daunting hobby all about precision and following things to a T. There’s so much creativity to be had – and you’ll really see that shine through in my first book, Quilt As-You-Go Made Modern, with improvisational quilting as you go. 🙂

Fun fact: I named each quilt in this book after places near and dear to me in Washington state. At the beginning of each chapter I have a little blurb about the quilt name. So if you’re from around the Pacific Northwest you may recognize some of the places!

You can find my book in stores including Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target an so forth. But of course please be sure to check you local quilt shop first.

My heart goes out to all my QAYG readers that have supported my books since my very first. I say this every time but it’s so true – my books would not have been possible without your readership! So with that, I want to thank you all…a true, heartfelt thank you!

I’ve been posting less frequently because i’ve returned to work full time, but I do post often(ish) on Instagram (@QuiltingintheRain) so be sure to follow me there for the latest. Also, I am still designing fabric and i’ve actually just wrapped up my latest collection for Maywood Studio which will debut at quilt market this October! That’s next month – eep! That came up quick. 🙂 I cannot wait to share it with you all!

For now, happy quilting! I hope you enjoy my new book. So much love to you all!

-Jera

11 Responses to My New Book! Quilt As-You-Go Made Clever

  1. mimisdarlins September 3, 2021 at 2:33 pm #

    Expecting my new book to arrive any day. I have your other two books too and love them. I’ve actually been doing QAYG for nearly twenty years, but your methods brought QAYG to a new level for me. Each book has something new, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed developing this process using your techniques.
    Congrats also on your entry into photographing and designing the pages!

    • Quiltingintherain September 9, 2021 at 4:40 am #

      Thank you so much for your kind words! So happy to hear each book has brought something new to the table. 🙂 Happy quilting!

  2. duniwp September 3, 2021 at 2:41 pm #

    Congratulations Jera! That book looks gorgeous. I will add this to my collection 🙂 Your instructions are easy to follow. Love that! And also the photos are amazing 🙂

    • Quiltingintherain September 9, 2021 at 4:40 am #

      Aww, thank you! Happy quilting! 🙂 Hope you enjoy the book.

  3. Rosemary B September 3, 2021 at 5:45 pm #

    Cheers and felicitations Jera ?❣️❣️? I am excited about this new book. I have it on my wish list now❣️

    • Quiltingintherain September 9, 2021 at 4:41 am #

      yay! Thank you, Rosemary! Hope you love it!

  4. Terri in BC September 3, 2021 at 6:37 pm #

    I can’t wait to add this book to my collection. I’ll wait until your shop reopens so I can get another signed copy (and some lovely fabrics as well!)

    • Quiltingintherain September 9, 2021 at 4:41 am #

      Thank, Terri! If you haven’t already gotten a copy, by shop is now open! Happy quilting!

  5. Katie Wyatt September 3, 2021 at 11:25 pm #

    You are amazingly talented and I love your work {and your blog} not to mention your eye for photography … wishing you much success with book #3! All the best, katie

  6. Quiltingintherain September 9, 2021 at 4:42 am #

    So sweet of you to say, thank you Katie! Happy quilting!

  7. mcdvoice August 31, 2023 at 9:49 am #

    Your so sweet. Thanks for the sharing information. Keep it up.

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