Quiltmaking Essentials 2Continuing where the top selling Quiltmaking Essentials 1 left off, this concise volume shares the secrets of successful quilt construction. Recognized expert Donna Lynn Thomas presents a well curated compendium of information that helps beginners build confidence and gives seasoned quilters a great refresher. Covers the basics of settings, sashing, borders, backing, and binding Easy to access tips and techniques for achieving accurately pieced quilts

Includes ladies sizes as well a child version and 18in doll design

Various solid color batiks by Wilmington Batiks

gardening bucket

Hand drawn floral with dry brush overlay

There is also a bonus tablerunner included that will enchant you

Step-by-step instructions for needle-turn and fusible-web applique--full-sized patterns are included

Even beginners can easily applique these charming decor pieces--and complete each in a few lunch hours or less

How to instructions and illustrations thoroughly explain the entire curved quilt process from cutting and piecing to squaring up the blocks to pressing curved seams

This pattern is fat quarter friendly

and breaking the rules Step-by-step instructions ensure success

each with its own story

Small quilts to make your heart sing