First-Time Quiltmaking, New Edition: Second Revised & Expanded Edition

Description

Discover how easy it is to begin quilting with this superb illustrated guide to fabrics, tools and techniques. Perfect for the first-time quilter, First-Time Quiltmaking, New Edition is also great for introductory quilting classes. Six simple lessons include beginning basics, preparing the fabric, sewing accurate seams, assembling the quilt top, making the quilt sandwich, and finishing the quilt. Also included are four simple projects that are perfect for beginners to practice their newfound skills. This new edition includes two brand-new patterns using pre-cut fabrics that are so popular with quilters-they make quick-to-finish projects even quicker!

Landauer Publishing, Urbandale Iowa is an award-winning publisher of needlearts, quilting, crafts and hobby books.

Making your first quilt is not as hard as you might think if you have this new book. The entire process has been broken down into six segments: Beginning Basics, Preparing the Fabric, Sewing Accurate Seams, Assembling the Quilt Top, Making the Quilt Sandwich and Finishing the Quilt. Follow the easy instructions, pick up some quick tricks and tips for sewing and in no time, you have finished your first masterpiece! --Quilters' Digest This is the book I would have loved to have had when I first started patchwork and quilting! I love the detailed progression. First, introducing the reader to the tools and fabric and then making the projects in easily understood lessons. One of the best beginner books I have seen with great visuals. --Karin Hellaby, Author "Jelly Roll Bargello Quilts"