Get started today with hand and machine appliqu�! Sharing her passion for appliqu�, experienced teacher and author Annie Smith teaches you everything you need to know to sew the quilt of your dreams! This colorful guide to hand and machine appliqu� includes step-by-step techniques, plus advice on fabric selection, choosing supplies, and working with templates. Gain the confidence to design your own applique blocks and quilts, or flip to find several pretty patterns to get you stitching. Beautiful designs, better results! Appliqu� expert Annie Smith shows you the way. Learn appliqu� by hand or machine, with tips on appliqu� elements and embellishments. Use the included patterns to practice--then start designing your own appliqu� blocks and quilts
This is an handy little book to have on your craft shelf.
I loved the dedication, which gives confidence and tells you to believe you can do it and do it well.
From start to finish, the author gives great advice, superb ideas and encourages you to become a designer of your own project.
From choosing fabric, tools needed and other information, you can create a beautiful handmade quilt. One that can be handed down your family for generations and one that be a showstopping piece for your home.
I loved how she included a piece on Creativity and Designing, it is an interesting read and is good for beginners who feel a little overwhelmed.
There is a section on copyright, encouraging you not to copy other peoples work but to use them for inspiration and come up with your own unique and individual flair.
The templates that are included are useful, simple but very very practical.
For every quilter, this book is invaluable. It is highly recommended and, for me, it will be forever at my side.