Quilting Made Easy Author:Mildred Graves Ryan Have you always wanted to make a patchwork quilt? A quilt with interesting applique? A medallion quilt? A quilt with trapunto work? All these and many other types and styles of quilting are possible with this basic book on quilting. — Quilting Made Easy shows the beginner and the quilter with a modest amount of experience how to approach any ... more »style of quilting. All the specific sewing stitches that are used in quilting--both hand stitches and machine stitches--are here along with a rundown of all the designing aids and tools you will need to get started, information on how to transfer designs, stenciling for color and most important, how to put it all together.
The book ends with a chapter of excellent ideas and suggestions for planning easy quilting projects on your own. Aside from a quilt, you might consider making tie-on cushions, eyeglass cases, place mats, pockets that give a distinctive look to clothing, a clutch bag, and other projects that will give much pleasure.« less