A complete introduction to quilting, patchwork and appliqué, boasting 15 exciting projects to get you started, as well as covering the materials and techniques needed.
Easy-to-use and fully illustrated, this craft book is ideal for quilting beginners, as well as more experienced quilters looking to build on their skills and refresh their techniques.
A crafters’ heaven awaits inside this informative quilting book:
• A visual catalog of all the tools and materials needed, including information on types of fabrics, sizes, measurements, and design principles
• Step-by-step full-color photographs accompanied by instructions for each stitch and technique, with integrated annotation
• A gallery of modern patchwork block designs
• 15 easy, inspirational projects that draw on the skills covered
• An updated, fresh and modern design
Quilting, like most other crafts, has been shown to enhance wellbeing, reduce stress and anxiety, and boost self-esteem. It can even improve physical and cognitive skills and social awareness. Everything you need to master quilting, patchwork and appliqué, make beautiful gifts and items for your home, lies within these pages.
Discover the essential quilting tools and materials you need to get started. Then master the key techniques and stitches with simple step-by-step photography and explanations, including using traditional and modern patchwork block designs.
Then comes the fun part. Design and stitch your own unique quilts and other quilting projects at home drawing from the 15 fabulous projects included, from bags and toys to cushions and quilt designs — you’ll learn everything you need to know to create unique gifts and treasured keepsakes from the comfort of home.
Can’t get enough of crafting? Try Crochet Step by Step, Sew Step by Step or Dressmaking Step by Step next!
ISBN-13: 9780744048100
Media Type: Paperback
Publisher: DK
Publication Date: 03-22-2022
Pages: 224
Product Dimensions: 7.60(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.70(d)
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Table of Contents
Introduction 6
Getting Started 8
Tools and materials 10
Types of fabrics 18
Battings and fillings 22
A quilt explained 24
Quilt sizes and measurements 26
Design principles 28
General techniques 32
Patchwork 52
Patchwork block gallery 54
Piecing 58
Appliqué 108
Appliqué techniques 110
Quilting 128
Quilting techniques 130
Projects 142
Patchwork strip pillow 144
Brick quilt 148
Simple squares tote 154
Triangle floor pillow 160
Diamond coasters 168
Simple sashings pillow 172
Dresden plate pillow 176
Electronic device cover 182
Log cabin pillow 186
Chevron quilt 190
Appliqué zip pouch 194
Hand-quilted pillow 200
Quilted pot holders 204
Kantha stitch throw 208
Flying geese quilt 210
Templates 214
Glossary 216
Index 219
Contributors 223
Acknowledgments 223
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