Your Essential Guide to Quilting—From Tradition to Creative Expression
Discover the joy, heritage, and artistry of quilting in this quilting guide designed for beginners and seasoned quilters alike. On Your Marks, Get Set, Quilt! takes you on a journey through the evolution of quilting—from its practical beginnings to the vibrant, expressive craft it is today.
Quilting is more than stitching fabric together; it’s a celebration of culture, sustainability, community, and well-being. Learn how quilting preserves stories, fosters creativity, encourages reuse of materials, and offers powerful mental and emotional benefits through mindfulness and hands-on focus.
Inside this book, you’ll find:
• Clear instructions for three essential quilting techniques:
– Traditional piecing
– Paper foundation piecing
– Fused appliqué
• Guidance on creating large and small blocks of the same design
• Practical solutions for assembling quilts from mixed-size blocks
• Tips for designing, planning, and constructing a quilt that feels cohesive and beautifully finished
Whether you’re starting your quilting journey or enriching your skills, this guide blends history, technique, and inspiration to help you stitch with confidence and creativity.
Ready, steady… quilt!
