All About Quilting From A to Z [Hardcover]

C&T Publishing (Author), Quilter's Newsletter Magazine (Author), Quiltmaker Magazine (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2002

Everything you want to know about designing, creating, and living with quilts in one comprehensive volume!

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

The experts at two quilting magazines have put together a thorough and vividly illustrated guide to all aspects of the craft for active, experienced quilters. Divided into seven sections, the book considers such topics as fabric, patterns and tools-even the "language" of quilting-and offers pictorial tours of quilters' workshops as well as full-page examples of classic quilt designs (e.g., the sampler, the mariner's compass and the album quilts). The largest section, organized alphabetically, encourages browsing by topic (from Applique Basics to Zigzag Set), and explores matters of color theory, quilt appraisal and design problems. Crammed as it is with illustrations, photographs, mini-essays and advice-but lacking a thorough table of contents or an index-this book is somewhat difficult to navigate; readers may find themselves flipping pages repeatedly to find a favorite piece. But the contributors cover everything from thread basics to pattern copyrights in inspiring and clearly written articles, framed by bright photos of piecing diagrams, tricks, tools and hundreds of beautiful fabric samples. While probably overwhelming for beginners, this is an important and motivating addition to any quilter's library.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Quilter's Newsletter Magazine was established in 1969 and is a favorite among quilters everywhere. QNM's sister publication Quiltmaker Magazine features the best of quilting patterns and more.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 248 pages
• Publisher: C&T Publishing (August 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571201823
• ISBN-13: 978-1571201829
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #420,810 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for beginners!, October 3, 2002

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Carolyn (Hudson, NH USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: All About Quilting From A to Z (Hardcover)

I just started quilting about 6 months ago (I've sewn for a few years) and the terminology was killing me! I'd hear conflicting advice and definitions. This book is wonderful. It explains the common terminology and gives tips that are easy to follow. The design and color selection pages are easy to understand and give a good basis for designing your own projects. I think even experienced quilters could learn from this book. Great stuff!

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the best quilt book ever, September 25, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: All About Quilting From A to Z (Hardcover)

I have purchased many quilting books, but this book by far is the most informative book I have seen yet.It is loaded with information and great tips.Every time I pick this book up I find something new I hadn't noticed before.I cant't recomend this book enough.You can tell it was written by the top experts in the quilting field.This is one book you will not be sorry you ordered sight unseen, and will use over and over because it covers everything imaginable pertaining to quilting.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners, March 28, 2005

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R. Grainer "book lover" (Southwestern, NY area) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: All About Quilting From A to Z (Hardcover)

This was the first quilting book that I checked out from the library when I started thinking about quilting. I liked it so much, that I ended up buying it. I just couldn't imagine not having it by my side when I had questions (and as a beginning quilter, I have a LOT of questions!!). This is a great book with a lot of information in it. There is only one other book that I think is just as good and that is _The Quilters' Ultimate Visual Guide._ Both books have many color pictures and explain things very clearly. If I could only have two books on basic quilting information, I would pick these two. Enjoy!