Borders, Bindings & Edges: The Art of Finishing Your Quilt [Paperback]

Sally Collins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2004

The ultimate reference guide for quilt borders and finishes!

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About the Author

Sally Collins loves the challenge of combining quality workmanship and intricate piecing in a traditional style. She travels frequently, sharing quilts and teaching workshops.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: C&T Publishing; 1st edition (May 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571202331
• ISBN-13: 978-1571202338
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #85,982 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Borders, Bindings & Edges: The Art of Finishing Your Quilt, January 25, 2006

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Susan Lark - See all my reviews

This review is from: Borders, Bindings & Edges: The Art of Finishing Your Quilt (Paperback)

This is a wonderful reference book for quilters of all skill levels who want to turn out beautiful, heirloom quality quilts. Although the book is geared to the construction of small rather than bed-size quilts, the principles covered by Ms. Collins are applicable to all quilts regardless of size. The book is filled with photographs and illustrations, yet it is more of a "how-to manual" than an inspiration book. The writing is clear, concise and to-the-point. The quilt photos used are all designed to illustrate one or more of the techniques or principles taught. The book is also laid out so that one can find information on specific topics quickly and easily. It even includes an index. This book is not set up to be a project book (one that includes projects designed to help teach the techniques covered). However, I think it would be very useful to make several small quilts that utilize Ms. Collins techniques before applying them to a larger quilt or a more important project.

39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality and artistry all in one, January 18, 2007

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P. Wales "pamw23" (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Borders, Bindings & Edges: The Art of Finishing Your Quilt (Paperback)

This is a fabulous book for someone interested in improving the quality of their patchwork and creating the visual artistry we admire in award winning quilts. It is not for the "do-it-quicker" crowd. The skills and techniques take practice and time - but precision and high quality will be your reward.

I also strongly recommend Ms. Collins' book "Mastering Precision Piecing" - which complements the information in this book. Both books are "keepers" and welcome additions to my library.

Note: this is not a book of "projects," but a book about how to design and create beautiful, balanced borders and bindings for YOUR quilt.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars finishing . . .aaaaah, November 3, 2006

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Debbie Golden (Pocahontas, AR USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Borders, Bindings & Edges: The Art of Finishing Your Quilt (Paperback)

Every project lurks around in my sewing room till it is completely finished. I was inspired to complete several more of my quilts after seeing the methods used in this book. Very thorough and great pictures.