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

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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.

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.

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.

This book is the "bible" for anyone interested in the art and techniques of finishing a quilt. Anything and everything you need to know is laid out in an easy to read format, with clear illustrations to demonstrate the techniques. Sally Collins is truly a master in quiltmaking AND in teaching. She explains everything in glorious detail but in a very clear and easy to understand format. Her quilts are candy for your eyes, and make me believe that I can do it too!

Excellent book. Precise directions. She writes exactly how she teaches and this book will give you step by step instructions on how to be a PERFECT quilter and make perfect finishing touches to your quilts. More than just the borders/edges instruction - Sally tells you how to be a better more precise quilter, making your day-to-day sewing even better! You can't go wrong in buying this wonderful book. Read it from cover to cover. Excellent!

The book has good detail and is easy to understand.

This is a book for the serious advanced quilter who wants to produce competition level quilts. Well written, covers the subject in depth.
Not a quickie short cut type book this is a reference level book that belongs on the shelves of all serious quilters.

In this book Sally Collins has shown how important the borders are in the overall design of your quilt.
To leave them until the very last is not wise as the borders can be very complementary to a quilt design.
I'm glad I have this book to refer to when I am deciding a border.
Sally shows that it is not necessary to make a complicated border to finish off the quilt top.
However it is a good idea to incorporate the border in the overall design right at the beginning rather than just adding strips to make the quilt top 'bigger.'
The book also has many ideas to help you decide edge finishes.
Dorothy

I borrowed this book from our local library and then I just HAD to buy it. It has great ideas for borders, and how to work them out, plus tips galore!

very, very good book. Gives a lot of ideas and inspiration! I am very pleased that bought it!