Beginner

Elizabeth Hartman

Quilting Basics with Modern Flair
12 quilt projects for beginners, confident beginners, and intermediates
Explore different options for each project-make it with just two colors or scrappy, make it vintage or mod, make it soft or playful.
Alternate colorways included with each project show you how swapping out fabrics can change the look of the same block.
Learn how to cut, piece, appliqué, machine quilt, bind, and finish.
Pick up helpful tips and tricks to stay organized and master the methods.

Try a fresh, relaxed approach to making quilts with this new "go-to" book. The bright aesthetic and clear, simple instructions guide beginners and intermediates alike through the entire process of creating fun and useful quilts that they'll be proud to call their own.

Winner of the 2011 Next Generation Indie Book Award ("How To" category)

Published by: C&T Publishing
ISBN: 9781607050087
Number of pages: 128
Year published: November 2010

Want to make a quilt but puzzled about where to begin? Look no further than the inspiring ideas and in-depth how-to inside this book. You'll learn everything you need to know -- from choosing fabric for your project and proper rotary-cutting techniques to tips for sewing exact seams and how to finish your quilt with flair. Then practice your skills on these enticing projects: Easy Four-Patch Quilt; Hourglass Quilt; Fine Stripes Baby Quilt; Pillow Trio; Plaid Nine-Patch Throw; Star Wall Hanging; Bow-Tie Quilt; and Lazy Dayz Tote.

Paperback: 48 pages
Published by: Leisure Arts, Inc
ISBN: 978-1601408204

Published by: Better Homes & Gardens

Alex Anderson

Make Your First Quilt a Success!

• Alex guides you every step of the way as you learn to plan, cut, piece, quilt, and bind your quilt
• Get started with 8 easy, beautiful projects
• Expanded edition includes new projects, more quilt sizes, and lots of helpful new tips and shortcuts

So you want to make a quilt, but can't tell a rotary cutter from a seam ripper? Alex Anderson has helped a quarter million quilters learn to quilt. She'll get you quilting in no time-and loving it!
Published by: C&T Pubishing

This Special Issue of Fons and Porter's popular magazine was produced in 2010 but is still an excellent introduction to patchwork and quilting.

The magazine features 10 quilt projects designed for a beginner quilter.

The DVD included with the magazine is divided into sections so you can watch, learn, and complete your quilt at your own pace. The tips and techniques included will help you form a strong foundation of great quilting skills.
Published by: C&T Pubishing

Sara Diepersloot

18 Projects for Instant Gratification

Sara Diepersloot, author of the popular Simple Style, presents 18 exciting new patterns in one small volume--a terrific value. Known for irresistible projects that come together quickly, Sara gives you fun ways to showcase the gorgeous fabrics you love.
•View clear illustrations that include an alternate colorway for each project
•Make projects that are easy enough for beginners and enticing enough for seasoned quilters
•Follow Sara's lead and use theme or novelty fabrics, or spotlight large-scale florals and other favorites

Review from Fons & Porter's Easy Quilts magazine

The eighteen quilts in this book are stylish, simple projects using large pieces, strip piecing, and quick techniques. They're easy enough for beginners and interesting enough for experienced quilters who want to make a quick quilt. Sara's quilts are often made of large scale or novelty prints, but she suggests alternate fabrics for your inspiration.

Published by: That Patchwork Place
ISBN: 9781604680652
Number of pages: 80
Year published: 2011

Carolyn Forster

All of the quilts in the book can be made using a single jelly roll, though extra fabric is needed for the edging and backing fabric. This book contains information on materials and equipment, as well as basic stitching techniques, layering and basting, quilting (by hand and machine), binding, labelling and laundering. There's even a section on cutting your own strips for those who prefer to use their own fabric choices rather than a pre-cut jelly roll.

Each of the nine projects consist of a different quilt design, together with a gift item made in a coordinating fabric, including stylish bags, a cushion, pot holders and key fobs. Full instructions for each quilt are provided, together with step-by-step photographs for the accompanying gift. Stunning photography throughout and clear, step-by-step instructions make this an ideal beginner's book.

Published by: Search Press
ISBN: 9781844487547
Number of pages: 128
Year published: 2012

Was £15.95 now down to £7.95

Nikki Tinkler

UK author Nikki Tinkler shows you how to create your own beautiful sampler quilt based on her award-winning quilt, Constant Inspiration. The book includes instructions for 25 different blocks, with full-size templates, all suitable for hand or machine sewing (and not dependent on rotary cutting). There is also lots of practical advice including colour schemes, choosing fabric and calculating quantities plus guidelines on basic techniques such as working with templates, hand quilting, binding and more. 112 pages
Published by: Teamwork Craftbooks
ISBN: 9780953259090
Number of pages: 112
Year published: August 2005

Katherine Guerrier. An A-Z directory of quilting techniques, plus a gallery of classic quilts

A unique visual directory of quilting techniques, plus an inspirational gallery of classic quilts. This book has projects suitable for all levels of ability, from simple pieced block designs for the beginner experimenting with colour, pattern and texture to more complex challenges for the experienced needleworker. The Encyclopedia of Quilting and Patchwork Techniques covers both the traditional techniques, such as 'English' or mosaic patchwork, block patchwork and applique, and more recent developments using rotary cutters and sewing machines. The variety of different styles is reflected in an inspirational and colourful gallery of both traditional and contemporary designs. To interpret or reproduce the traditional patterns gives the satisfaction of making something both useful and beautiful. The time and skill expended on historical quilts are apparent in the artistry of contemporary quiltmakers, illustrating the enduring attraction of this imaginative craft.
Published by: Quarto

Chris Franses and Barbara Chainey

In this book, Chris Franses and Barbara Chainey introduce you to the basics of patchwork and quilting, starting right at the beginning with a detailed look at how to choose the right equipment, whether you prefer to quilt by hand or machine.

With an abundance of tips and easy to follow step-by-step instructions, they guide you through all the stages of making patchwork by hand or machine, looking at:

• Equipment
• Fabric and colour
• Patchwork blocks
• Machine piecing
• Hand piecing
• Quick piecing
• Sashing, settings and borders
• Quilting by hand or machine
• Finishing the quilt, with a look at binding, labels and hanging sleeves.
Published by: Traplet Publications

Foundation piecing is a quilt making method that allows you to create magnificent quilts with exceptional accuracy. This approach to creating patchwork quilts is free from templates, careful cutting and meticulous measuring. Using our expert General Instructions you will learn the foundation-piecing technique easily and in no time will be stitching beautiful blocks. Using the full-size foundation patterns you will be able to stitch perfect stars, baskets and more.

We've included instructions for 6 fabulous wall quilts in a variety of fabrics, colors and patterns. You'll love stitching all of these quilts in colors to match your home or to make as special gifts. Have fun as you learn to make these foundation-pieced quilts!
Published by: House of White Birches
ISBN: 9781592173341
Number of pages: 32

Nikki Tinkler

Designed to meet the needs of both beginners and more experienced quilters, it is clear, concise and simple to use. Offering advice that is at once practical and inspiring, this book encourages a creative and enjoyable exploration of all aspects of quilting, from simple running stitch to advanced machine stitch techniques.

The essential illustrated reference to over 200 stitches with easy-to-follow charts. All the stitches you need to make any type of quilt, explained in full with photographs and easy to follow diagrams, together with comprehensive instructions for the various associated techniques. Both hand-worked and machine stitches are included, covering structural stitches and those used for decoration. All the stitches are illustrated with photographed samples. Each technique is full explained with
illustrations and diagrams and a list of suitable stitches. Guidance for both beginners and experts with a how-to-use section and essential information on materials, equipment, planning, finishing and care.

Previously published as The Quilter's & Patchworker's Stitch Bible.

Paperback: 256 pages
ISBN 9781844486793
Published by: Search Press
Published by: Search Press

Nancy Brenan Daniel. Techniques for learning non-stress positioning of the hands for maximum efficiency and painless hand quilting,
Published by: ASN Publishing

Linda Seward

A clear and comprehensive handbook. Contains over 1000 step-by-step illustrations, patterns and templates.

Covering all techniques from basic needlework to more challenging eight-seam joins, caut-and-sew applique and continuous bias binding.

Published by: Mitchell Beazley

Kaffe Fassett

A collection of 7 cool and contemporary projects with beginners in mind. The projects use just 10 Kaffe Fassett fabrics so, if there is any left over from one project you can use it to start the next!
Published by: Rowan
ISBN: 9781904485247
Number of pages: 30
Year published: 2004

Susan Briscoe

400 tips, techniques and trade secrets for making quilts

Book Description

An indispensable compendium of technical know-how and troubleshooting tips.

Discover all the tips and special techniques you need to make that special quilting project – plus the trade secrets that will make it stand out from the rest. Step-by-step diagrams and instructions guide you through every step of making a quilt, whether you are new to thecraft or wish to take your patchworking and quilting skills to a higher level. All the most popular techniques are explained in detail, with a host of troubleshooting ideas that show how to put them into practice.

Book Contents

Prelims, Introduction, About This Book, Choosing Equipment, Choosing and Preparing Fabrics, Colour Confidence, Understanding Quilt Patterns (and Designing Your Own), Cutting, Patchwork Techniques, Appliqué and Embellishment Techniques, Choosing Batting and Basting the Quilt, Quilting Designs and Techniques, Binding the Quilt, Exhibition Tips, Resources, Index and Credits

About The Author
Susan Briscoe is a textile designer, author and teacher, specializing in sashiko and Japanese textile design. After graduating in visual art and design, Susan worked as an English teacher in Japan, where she also studied the tea ceremony, traditional textiles, and kimono design and tailoring. Susan has created design kits for Japanese patchwork fabrics, published textile projects in books and magazines, and demonstrates her work at quilt and textile shows.
Published by: Search Press

Mary Link

100+ fun, no-sew toys, games, and other small treasures

Have fun creating them with children and for children

Includes dozens of projects with coordinating patterns, plus photo gallery with lots more ideas.

Use your favourite novelty fabrics
Published by: C&T Pubishing

Judith Baker Montano

180+ stitches and combinations, tips for needles, thread, ribbon and fabric. Illustrations for left and right-handed stitching.
Published by: C&T Pubishing

Maurine Noble. Ideal for beginners looking to learn how to machine quilt. 16 exercises to complete plus charts for selecting needles, thread and wadding.
Published by: That Patchwork Place

Lynne Edwards. 20 hand and quick m/c patchwork techniques.

With encouragement and sound advice on a variety of hand and machine methods, design tips and practical guidance from internationally renowned expert Lynne Edwards, anyone can work through the chapters of this inspirational guide at their own pace, creating 20 beautiful patchwork blocks with which to make their own unique sampler. A selection of projects ideas with step-by-step instructions on making up items such as a cushion, a cot quilt or even a quillow (an ingenious combination of a quilt and pillow) offers alternatives to making of a full sized quilt. From first steps in design to making up a glorious sampler quilt, Lynne Edward's book offers guidance every step of the way.

Published by: David & Charles

Carol Doak. Carol leads you through the step-by-step photographs to teach you to paper-piece with ease. Includes paper foundations for a small wall quilt.

Even if you’ve never done a bit of patchwork before, you’ll be amazed at how quick and easy it is to learn the paper-piecing method. Just stitch along preprinted straight lines with your machine to create perfect, accurate blocks!

• Includes paper foundations for one small quilt, plus extras for practice; make it to get the hang of paper piecing and to show off to your family and friends

• Carol will lead you through each step-by-step photograph as you learn to paper piece with ease

• Have bestselling author and internationally-known teacher Carol Doak as your own personal tutor
Published by: That Patchwork Place
ISBN: 9781564772046
Number of pages: 16
Year published: July 1997

Lynne Edwards. 20 techniques for machine and hand patchwork: new ideas, new methods. All the information you need to create a richer, more complex sampler quilt. Softback edition.

Stitch a richer, more complex sampler quilt that will become a treasured heirloom and a testament to your expanding skills. By hand or by machine (and sometimes by either), work 20 different blocks, including a Celtic Knot, Clamshell, Carolina Lily, Mariner's Compass, Delectable Mountains, and Attic Windows. A large color photo shows in detail the piecing of each block, and another features it within a full-size quilt. Plus: information on backing, quilting layers together, and binding the edges.
Published by: David & Charles
Number of pages: 144
Year published: June 2001