Teach Yourself to Machine-Quilt : Better Homes and Gardens®

Whether you're a seasoned machine quilter or a novice who's always wanted to learn to machine-quilt, this one-stop, quilter-tested reference guide will show you everything you need to know about this exciting technique. This 48-page book includes information about all the basic supplies you'll need, plus an assortment of useful gadgets you might enjoy adding to your quilting cache. You'll also find step-by-step how-tos, a gallery of inspiring quilting patterns to peruse, and loads of useful tips and ideas scattered throughout - all aimed at making quilting easier for you and more fun. And to showcase your refreshed or newly acquired machine-quilting skills, choose one of three featured quilts: In Sherbet Parfait, diagonally set Snowball and Nine-Patch blocks combine to form stars; in Bonny Blue & White, the piece visually spins with Star blocks; and in Fly Away Home, contrasting colors imply movement in this quilt of Rail Fence and Wild Goose Chase blocks. Stapled; 48 pages.Meredith Corporation is the author of 'Teach Yourself to Machine-Quilt : Better Homes and Gardens®', published 2005 under ISBN 9781601400512 and ISBN 1601400519.