Popularly known as "the quilter's bible", this is the most comprehensive refeence to the techniques of the immensely popular crafts of patchwork, quilting, and applique. Providing a unique and inspiring overview of quilting, this is the one book that covers every process and answers every technical question. More than 1,000 easy to follow step-by-step illustrations break down in detail all the techniques of patchwork, quilting and applique. So clear are the instructions that they can be followed by both the complete beginner and the experienced needleworker to solve any problem quickly and effectively. There are also instructions on how to make many different styles of quilts, as well as other projects, including clothing. Also featured are scores of traditional patterns and basic templates. Readers are also able to expand their creativity by trying unfamiliar techniques from other aspects of quilting including design variations with which they may not be familiar.

A practical handbook for the quiltmaker which presents 12 projects for full-size antique quilt designs plus 12 smaller projects based on them, with templates, step-by-step illustrations and instructions.

Offering step-by-step instructions for thirty traditional American antique quilts, a historical tour is accompanied by the backgrounds for fifty famous pieces, a materials list, patterns and full-sized pattern pieces, and full-color photographs.

A look at jewelry making shows readers how to produce attractive pieces using common household tools, simple techniques, and the most basic materials foraged from nature; chronicles the history of the craft; and features diagrams and photographs. 12,500 first printing.

Offers information on hotels, restaurants, museums, shopping, and sightseeing, and suggests walking tours

Product Description: Step by Step instructions for Quilting

Product Description: It has been said that no gift shows how much you care like the one you make yourself. And the eye-catching projects in this collection are specifically designed to make the most precious presents for all members of the family and friends...read more

Discusses the basic patchwork techniques and provides instructions and patterns for making patchwork quilts, pillows, wreaths, tree ornaments, tote bags, and pot holders

Provides diagrams and templates for more than one hundred quilt designs, and gives advice on planning, piecing, and assembling a quilt