This is the ultimate go-to quilting guide for the complete beginner - no prior knowledge of quilting, or even sewing, is assumed. Nine fully illustrated techniques are included, covering everything a novice needs to know, including skills such as rag quilting, hand-tied wadding, English Paper Piece and Square Work. The techniques are accompanied by nine simple projects, enabling the reader to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice. Projects include a pin cushion, lavender-filled keepsake, bed/cover, bed runner, throw, cushion, tea cozy, scarf and cot quilt. Approachable and friendly in style, this beautifully illustrated book aims to give beginners the confidence to take up quilting, then use it as a basics skills 'bible' to have to hand when they need it. AUTHOR: Rachel has been an Artist for over 25 years, working in a wide range of materials from concrete and ceramics, to textiles and paper. Alongside her own practice Rachel also teaches Art and Crafts to children and adults. She has a special interest in traditional crafts, particularly textiles, and all those regional variations, which make an area unique. She has experience in writing tutorials for classes and also for her blog, examples can be found at www.rachelclare.co.uk. Rachel has also worked on projects for Art Attack magazine and has had articles published on the website Dulwich OnView and in Hand Made Living.

Author Biography

Rachel has been an Artist for over 25 years, working in a wide range of materials from concrete and ceramics, to textiles and paper.She has experience in writing tutorials for classes and also for her blog, examples can be found at www.rachelclare.co.uk. Rachel has also worked on projects for Art Attack magazine and has had articles published in Hand Made Living.