Beginner's Guide to Quiltmaking

The ultimate, award-winning guide for beginning quilters, this book has everything you need to know to start and finish a quilt! Opening with the basics on equipment, fabrics, and ¼ seams, you'll then learn all the essential quilting and appliqueing techniques and how to assemble the top and finish a quilt. With 7 practice projects that include step-by-step instructions, full-color illustrations, and alternative color options, discover the joys of quilting and making special keepsakes! Helpful tips, charts, and formulas throughout will further your understanding and skillset along the way, as well as a glossary containing quilting terms and definitions.