Beginner Quilting - How to Choose Your First Quilting Book

If you're thinking about quilting, all the books out there must be a bit overwhelming. How do you select the best one for you? Here's some things to think about while you're choosing:

1.Do you like the patterns in the book?
There's no point in choosing a book where you are not excited about the patterns. I understand that beginner books are as a rule basic, but that does not mean they have to be ugly! After all, if you don't like the patterns, you will not finish the quilt.

2.Does the book include a list of supplies?
As a beginning quilter, you need to know what you need to purchase. Without a list you will be lost.

I remember having to return my first quilting kit because I found I needed a bigger mat and ruler.

3.Does the book give basic binding and quilting instructions?
If the book has the statement "quilt and bind as desired" put it back. You need to know everything step-by step.

4.Does the book have lots of pictures?
I'm a word kind of girl, but pictures can be a lifesaver when you're trying to learn quilting on your own, which, by the way, I did. So know that it is totally possible.

At first glance, you may hesitate to spend the money on this quilting book because it is just one pattern. You will be hard pressed; however, to find a pattern that makes a more impressive- looking quilt on the beginner level.

Eleanor Burns walks you through everything that you need to know from how to choose your fabric to how to bind your quilt. She not only gives clear instructions, there are also pictures of the tools you will need to start quilting. Plus, she includes simple quilting designs rather than sticking you with a "quilt as desired" comment.

The ample pictures included will inspire you to whip one of these quilts up in a style all your own.

This book outlines six small projects for new quilters. Because they are all wall hangings, you will finish quickly.

If you want to learn how to piece a variety of blocks, this is your book. It is like a sampler for beginners. In addition, her color choices take the simplest patterns and make them look impressive.

With this book, you will not have to guess about anything. In fact, its subtitle is Six Projects for First-Time Quilters.

If you are a beginning quilter, you will appreciate the cute and easy patterns. As an advanced quilter, this will be your go-to book whenever anyone wants you to teach them how to quilt.

The patterns of this quilting book are all based on the square. The smallest project is a pillow, which can be finished in a day by a beginning quilter. The largest project is a throw. There are even projects for games.

The spiral binding makes it easy to refer to while you are working on your projects.

So, there you have it - three great books to start your quilting library. You will love these books so much you go back to them, again and again.

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