Quilt Essentials

Dip your toe-and hands-into projects that showcase your newfound quilting prowess, from totes and table mats to coasters and cushions. A collection of quick and easy quilting projects including designs by quilters such as Linda Clements (The Quilter's Bible), Marion Elliot, and Tacha Bruecher of Fat Quarterly. The projects include home decorations, such as hanging hearts, quilted oven gloves, table mats, and cushions. Every project is quick and easy to do, even if you've never quilted before. Choose from hand- or machine-quilted projects, and make fabulous gifts for friends and family.

Basic building blocks for crafting the perfect quilt from the award-winning expert and author of The Essential Sampler Quilt Book. A collection of classic sampler quilt block patterns from quilting expert Lynne Edwards. Features step-by-step instructions for creating nine classic quilting blocks which can be quilted as you go. Includes techniques for finishing, quilting, and how to turn blocks into a sampler quilt or wall hanging. Choose from classic quilt blocks including Rail Fence, Honey Bee, Trip Around the World, Log Cabin, Dresden Plate, Quick Triangles, Spider's Web, Tumbling Blocks, and Maple Leaf. A great introduction to the world of quilt block piecing. In recognition of her contribution to arts and crafts, Lynne was awarded an MBE, a Member of the Order of the British Empire.

The renowned expert and author of The Ultimate Sashiko Source Book guides quilters through traditional Japanese techniques. This collection of projects by Susan Briscoe really captures the essence of Japanese quilting style. It includes step-by-step instructions for creating Japanese style quilting projects including throws, cushions and quilts. The projects feature traditional Japanese techniques, designs and fabrics. Includes small, accessible projects such as coasters alongside full sized quilt instructions, as well as traditional Japanese quilting techniques such as sashiko. Praise for Susan Briscoe "Susan Briscoe writes with an obvious fondness for Japanese culture." -The Ardent Thread