Quilting for fun! by Rau, Dana Meachen, 1971- instant download

Quilting for fun! by Rau, Dana Meachen, 1971- instant download

48 pages : 22 x 26 cm, An introduction to the history, types, techniques, and other elements of quilting. Includes instructions for five quilting projects, Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index, Basics: Introduction: For beds and for beauty -- History: Quilts through the ages -- Types of quilts: Patterns with fabric and thread -- What you need: Soft stuff -- What you need: Hard parts -- Sewing: Simple stitches -- Planning your design: Looking for inspiration -- Measuring: Making the lines just right -- Putting it together: Working bit by bit -- Doing it: Project 1, part 1: Quilt top -- Project 1, part 2: Putting it together -- Project 2: Triangle sachet -- Project 3: Free-form quilted wall hanging -- Project 4: Quilted purse -- Project 5: Happy cat face -- People, places, and fun: Quilts as art: Fabric on display -- Around the world: Different quilts in different places -- Memory quilts: Quilt to remember -- Quilts to share: Helping others with quilts -- Timeline: What happened when? -- Trivia: Fun quilting facts -- Quick reference guide: Quilting words to know -- Glossary: Other words to know -- Where to learn more -- Index