“With its diverse selection of fabrics and designs, A Quilting Life is a fine pick for any quilter looking to produce family-oriented keepsake results.” —The Needlecraft Shelf Bring the handmade tradition home with these charming quilts and home accessories. Inspired by a grandmother who loved to sew for her family, quilter and blogger Sherri McConnell gives traditional patterns like hexagons, stars, snowballs, and Dresden Plates a new look featuring fabrics by some of today’s most popular designers. Nineteen cozy projects include pillows, tote bags, table runners, and larger quilts—quick and easy designs that make great gifts. “Sherri’s book is a treasure! It’s full of fun and straight-forward patterns for quilts, table toppers, pillows, bags and more—all the goodies to make a cozy home.” —Thimbleanna “Would you like the opportunity to make tomorrow’s heirlooms in today’s vast selection of prints? . . . If so, this could be the reference book that will get you started. There are 19 projects, mainly focusing on handmade household items but including some larger quilts too.” —Fabrications Quilting for You “Beautiful inspiration if you are a seasoned quilter, but also a great resource with clear and in some cases, simple patterns for newbies as well.” —Diary of a Quilter “Color photos of finished needlework projects accompany step-by-step diagrams and assembly patterns, while at-a-glance sidebars covering materials and cutting allow needleworkers to gauge the complexity of each project.” —The Needlecraft Shelf

“This 176-page reference delivers a multi-media experience that can take you from novice quilter to skilled artisan.” —Quiltdom Quilting 101 will teach you quilting skills through engaging projects, beginning with easy designs for early success and moving on to progressively more difficult patterns as you master the techniques. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The most comprehensive beginner’s book available, Quilting 101 begins with an introductory section covering all the basics of quilting: choosing fabric, quick cutting techniques, sewing seams, completing a quilt top, layering and basting, and both hand and machine quilting methods. Along with step-by-step instructions and photographs, the accompanying online videos include a how-to guide illustrating quilting basics, demonstrating all projects. All the information you need to get started with quilting is contained in this captivating guide.

More than 200 antique and contemporary quilts, nearly 100 classic patchwork patterns, 800 color and 200 black-and-white illustrations, 25 projects, and a library of 100 trace-off appliqu� and quilting motifs. “An astonishingly beautiful book at an astounding price. The biggest book bargain to appear in a long, long time.”—The Quilter.

Create hundreds of quilts with this guide for quilters of all skill levels, featuring over sixty block designs with step-by-step instructions. From the creative mind of renowned quilter Lynne Goldsworthy comes Ultimate Quilt Block Collection, featuring more than sixty of Lynne’s designs—colorful blocks in both classic and modern patterns using a wide range of motifs and fabrics. From basic units like flying geese to more intricate designs based on foundation paper piecing, there’s something in this comprehensive guide for quilters of varying skill levels. Lynne offers clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by beautiful color photos for every project and provides additional instruction in sewing your completed blocks into a finished quilt. Novice quilters can use this book to reinforce the basics, while advanced quilters will discover a wealth of inspiration and encouragement to experiment with original fabric and color combinations. Start quilting today! Inside Ultimate Quilt Block Collection: More than sixty distinctive quilt block designs Thorough, step-by-step guidance for quilters from novice to advanced A wide variety of techniques and patterns that you can follow or use as inspiration for your own original blocks Hundreds of full-color photographs that serve as visual references for each project Instructions and advice from a recognized worldwide quilting expert

Master Quilt Borders, Backing, and Bindings! Finish your quilt strong with a polished and professional touch! From borders to binding (with batting in between) this is the perfect reference tool with step-by-step instructions on how to complete each finishing touch. Go from ordinary to extraordinary with over 100 different border options to give your quilt pizzaz and explore numerous ways on how to bind a quilt. Plus, you’ll never ruin a quilt again with the wrong choice of batting as tips and tricks will give you the insight and confidence you need to always make the right decision. Take all the guesswork out of finishing quilts with this essential guide! Make more than 100 different borders with step-by-step instructions on how to piece and add them to your quilt top Learn numerous ways to bind your quilt from straight and bias binding to prairie points and beyond This guide is the perfect lifelong reference tool that can be referred to again and again

Launch your own legend by stitching that final, unique memento on your quilts -- the label! Use applique, embroidery, photo transfers, and more to create labels that inform and inspire.

Successfully quilt your own quilts! On each project, gain insights on long-arm quilting as well as guidance for quilting on a home sewing machine.