I've got Gradma's Bunnies and Claire's Cats. They are really nice books and easy to follow patterns. They useSteam A Seam 2 and surface applique with the buttonhole stitch. Haven't done the bunnies yet but did do a cat lap quilt in 1930's repro fabrics that was raffled for the shelter.
The patterns can also be used for red or blue work embroidery. I've done some individual patterns as wall hanging embroidery for our shows and the shelter lobby store.