This book aims to cover all the basic techniques that are used in making a quilt, whatever kind you might wish to create.This comprehensive guide also offers clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams to show each stage of the quilting process. Learn about materials and equipment, choosing the right sewing machine and fabric choices. A section on colour and pattern will help you design your quilt, as you decide which of the quilt-making traditions you are most drawn to: wholecloth and strippy quilts, pieced quilts, appliquéd quilts, embellished quilts or folded quilts. You'll be an expert by the end!