{"product_id":"quilting-for-dummies","title":"Quilting For Dummies?","description":"Everyone loves a quilt — those big, cozy hunks of fabric and filling have been warming cold toes and hearts for generations. And quilting is certainly not for squares — it’s a fun way to be creative, and make something that you and your family will snuggle up to for years! In days of yore quilts were made mostly from leftover scraps, but most quilters today are fabri-holics. Sure quilts are useful, but they ‘re also works of art, and you’ll want yours to look really special. With tips for designing patches, quilt blocks, and putting it all together, \u003ci\u003eQuilting For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e introduces you to the wonderful, colorful world of fabric and thread — you’ll be hooked! \u003cp\u003eThere are as many ways of making a quilt as there are quilters, and this book has something for you whether you’re a beginner or a wiz with needle and thread. There are tidbits, tips, and hints galore that will nudge you along. The book will help you:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCome up with a plan of attack— and charge ahead\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBaste, stitch, and bind like a pro\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind projects to try\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse clever shortcuts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShop online for great quilts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisplay your finished masterpiece\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe down-to-earth advice in this book will bring you up to speed on all the key sewing techniques, and have you whipping out your own cool patterns in no time flat. \u003ci\u003eQuilting For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e covers these topics and much more:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinding the right fabric\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreating and using templates\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ins and outs of threads, needles, and other gadgets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssembling the quilt sandwich\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eQuilting by hand — and by machine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe wonderful world of mini-pillows and wall hangings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe secret life of lap quilts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAppliques\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishing touches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e In addition, there ‘s a list of quilting resources, charts to help you with common yardage cuts, well-placed illustrations, and step-by -step instructions for each project that will ensure your future as a quilter unfolds with ease. Get your needle-nimble fingers ready — your search for the ultimate quilting source ends here!","brand":"OUATB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866944614655,"sku":"*R0144919*","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0487\/5550\/7364\/files\/5268453482460.jpg?v=1784734540","url":"https:\/\/shop.onceuponatimebooks.com\/products\/quilting-for-dummies","provider":"Once Upon a Time Books AR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}