“Step-by-Step English Sampler Quilt Book”
This book is now available on mail order and will be formally launched at the Malvern Quilt Show.
The book is aimed at experienced quilters and beginners alike. It contains full instructions and diagrams on how to construct a 15 block sampler quilt complete with borders.
Quilters are introduced to the very basic technical and artistic requirements in the craft of Quilt Making which will enable them to go on to make personal quilts with confidence.
Techniques are explored including:
How to select colour!
English Piecing Hexagons
Accurate Piecing
How to deal with the “Y” seam
Diamonds, Piecing of Squares
Half Square Triangles
Quarter Square Triangles
Strip Piecing and Eight Pointed Star
Applique
Representational Piecing
Curves
How to Rotary Cut and use those available rulers!
Addition of accurate Sashing
Addition of accurate Borders
Preparation for Quilting
“Quilt as You Go”
Hand and Machine Quilting
