First Steps In Quilting Leslie Linsley

Featuring a range of easy-to-make projects, this first volume in a new craft series progresses from the simpler items, such as placemats and tea cozies, to more complex projects such as a full-sized quilt

40 counted cross stitch projects: instructions & illustrations.

This illustrated beginner’s guide takes you through the skills, tools, and techniques you need to make your first quilt—from first step to last stitch. Alex Anderson has taught countless quilters across the world through her books and television programs. In Make Your First Quilt with Alex Anderson, she offers step-by-step instructions and illustrations designed for beginners. Alex explains the basics of quilting, such as choosing fabrics, rotary cutting, basting, quilting, and binding. For your first quilt journey, Alex teaches you how to piece classic Arkansas Crossroad blocks. With these fundamentals in place, it’s time to choose from 12 different layout options—in 4 different sizes—as you embark on your first quilt!

"Beginner's guide to quilting, teaches all the basic techniques through easy projects. Includes DVD-ROM"--Provided by publisher.

Are You Curious About Quilt Making? Quilt making is an opportunity for people to express themselves creatively with fabric and color. This book will start you on your journey to becoming an experienced quilter who loves the process as well as the product you create! In this charming book, Rebecca Wellner explains in details how to get started, how to create lovely quilts, and how to improve yourself in quilt making, from quilt to quilt. In this terrific book, readers will find: What tools to get before starting your quilt What fabric to use How to get started, step by step How to make patch units How to make Churn Dash units How to make Sawtooth Star units How to make the perfect borders for your quilt And much, much more! Quilt Making in a Nutshell A quilt is made up of three layers. The top layer is generally made from 100% cotton fabrics. These fabrics are cut and then sewn together in a process called

Alex Anderson's "big book" of quilting includes indispensable, straightforward advice-essential tools, binding basics, and easy-to-understand piecing and appliqué. Become a master of hand and machine quilting, and finish with professional touches that will turn you into a confident, lifelong quilter. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter, this must-have compendium will find a permanent home next to your sewing machine!

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