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Quilting from Start to Finish: Traditions, Designs and TechniquesThe story of quilting is fascinating to quilters and non-quilters alike. Its history encompasses social change, craftsmanship, history, and style. Modern designs and techniques are expanding in number every day and the inspiration and celebration of this wonderful craft is still growing. The Complete Encyclopedia of Quilting is a detailed, practical, and lavish review of the designs, tools, and techniques of this fascinating craft. Drawing on the expertise and experience of the worlds finest quilters to offer the most comprehensive visual reference to the designs, styles, and development of the quilt to the present day. A guide to the most prominent, beautiful, unusual, familiar, and best-loved quilting designs,
with detailed information on the tools and techniques used to create them.About the AuthorKatherine Guerrier is an experienced quilter and author, and here she heads an impressive group of contributors; all experienced quilting teachers and award-winning designers. Anne Walker is the author of the Weekend Quilter series. Christine Porter was recently featured on televisions Simply Quilts. Sandie Lushs quilts have won first place at two UK national championships.
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Quilting from Start to Finish: Traditions, Designs & Techniques The story of quilting is fascinating to quilters & non-quilters alike. Its history encompasses social change, craftsmanship, history, & style. Modern designs & techniques are expanding in number every day & the inspiration & celebration of this wonderful craft is still growing. The Complete Encyclopedia of Quilting is a detailed, practical, & lavish review of the designs, tools, & techniques of this fascinating craft. Drawing on the expertise & experience of the worlds finest quilters to offer the most comprehensive visual reference to the designs, styles, & development of the quilt to the present day. A guide to the most prominent, beautiful, unusual, familiar, & best-loved quilting designs, with detailed information on the tools & techniques used to create them. About the Author Katherine Guerrier is an experienced quilter & author, & here she heads an impressive group of contributors; all experienced quilting teachers & award-winning designers. Anne Walker is the author of the Weekend Quilter series. Christine Porter was recently featured on televisions Simply Quilts. Sandie Lushs quilts have won first place at two UK national championships.

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