As long as readers can sew a straight line by hand or by machine, they can use the 12 patterns in this book to make fabulous quilts, and each one will be perfect the first time. Suitable for individual learning or a classroom setting, the book includes patterns carefully selected with the beginner in mind. Skills are taught in a sequence that helps new quilters learn, practice, and reinforce good technique. For each pattern, hand and machine directions are shown side-by-side, so learners can switch back and forth between ...
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As long as readers can sew a straight line by hand or by machine, they can use the 12 patterns in this book to make fabulous quilts, and each one will be perfect the first time. Suitable for individual learning or a classroom setting, the book includes patterns carefully selected with the beginner in mind. Skills are taught in a sequence that helps new quilters learn, practice, and reinforce good technique. For each pattern, hand and machine directions are shown side-by-side, so learners can switch back and forth between the methods as they wish. Unlike other beginners' books that devote little space to color and fabric selections, Quiltmaking for Beginners provides specific guidance for each pattern, so that quilters make the right choices and end up with quilts they love. - Includes 10 piecework and two applique projects, all easy-to-make and tuned to the needs of beginning quilters - Presents machine and hand techniques side-by-side so learners can switch back and forth, completing some steps by hand, other by machine - Features information about color and fabric choices, quilting tools, and resources that many beginners may not be familiar with Lynn G. Kough is a nationally known teacher with a particularly strong reputation for teaching first-time quilters. She travels nationwide to teach at major conventions, workshops, and seminars.
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Very good. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. The spine remains undamaged. An ex-library book and may have standard library stamps and/or stickers. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.