Quilting Shortcuts

Quilting Shortcuts by Maggie Malone. Published by Sterling Publishing Co Inc, New York, NY, 1986. 1st Paperback Edition. Paperback. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. 167 Pgs. ISBN 0806947888. LCCN 86-14440. Photographs by Larry R London. The author streamlines some traditional patchwork designs by breaking down each pattern or block into repetitive elements that can be sewn in strips, then cut, turned and pieced to create the design. The guide is replete with examples of geometric shapes as well as curved pattern elements. Also included are instructions for backing whole quilts or blocks by machine, and finishing, and patterns and tips for quilt-top stitching. The guide includes small color plates of traditional designs and black-and-white drawings of shortcut patterns. Description text copyright 2013 BooksForComfort. Item ID 28143.