Book Description

Everything you need to know about quilt marking all in one handy reference book, by the author of 65 Drunkard’s Path Quilt Designs. Quilting stitches do more than hold the layers of quilt together—they add light, shadow, and dimension to create a two-sided work of art. This comprehensive reference on quilt marking is the result of Pepper Cory’s years of teaching quilt marking. Inside, you’ll learn: • How to choose designs that complement and contrast with the quilt top • All about marking tools • How to make the quilt design match in the borders and corners, plus 10 ways to mark a border that do not involve matching • How to make your own quilting stencils • How to preserve a quilt design found on an old quilt • Quilting from the judge’s point of view Features photos of inspiring antique and newly-made quilts. Praise for Mastering Quilt Marking “Finally, a book that addresses the importance of quilting design in relation to the pieced surface. A must-read for quilters devoted to the art of quilting!” —Alex Anderson, quiltmaker, author, and television host of Simply Quilts “Pepper is an expert on working with stencils and creating quilting designs that make quilt tops the best they can be. Reading this book is like being in her class.” —Harriet Hargrave, teacher, author, lecturer, and master machine quilter