Quilting Basics: A Step-by-Step Course For First-Time Quilters

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A complete quilting course for beginners in 12 easy stages Have you ever thought about creating a patchwork quilt but decided it would take too long or be too difficult? If so Quilting Basics is the perfect introduction to this popular craft Beginning with the ' Getting Started' section quilting teacher Michael Caputo will show the tools & equipment & demonstrate the sewing skills you will need plus the basics of constructing your quilt Section two is a series of 12 workshops each introducing you to new skills with a project at the end which enables you to practise what you have just learned
- a great way to get to grips with the theory As you progress through the workshops you'll learn how to join pre-cut squares sashing piecing & paper piecing using templates & the different types of applique All through the workshops there are helpful hints on choosing colours & patterns that will work together & there are illustrations of variations on the basic blocks to show how those choices will affect the end result With step-by-step text accompanied by clear illustrations you'll soon be making a table runner & cushion covers before moving on to wall hangings a cot quilt & a throw The final project is a full-size bed quilt with elaborate stitching to really show off all your new skills Michael Caputo is the perfect combination of teacher & designer with the experience to explain all the techniques & the artistry to design beautiful projects that will inspire you to get sewing