FROM THE BACK COVER:

Now you can construct a traditional design quilt in just two weeks or less, with all the originality, care and workmanship that quilters take pride in, but without the tedium and time consumption previously required.

Using modern sewing machine methods, Mrs. Risinger, a machine-quilting instructor, starts with the most basic quilt construction and builds on this experience to teach more complicated designs and techniques. Included are instructions for such old favorites as Log Cabin and Cathedral Window, plus original patterns by the author and her encouragement todesign new variations of your own (as you'll see, basic shapes can berearranged into an infinite variety of patterns). There are also special sections on Seminole and Hawaiian quilts.

You'll find information on:

how to draw up color diagrams

before you begin work

quick, easy methods to mark,

cut, and string-sew pieces

how to set up your work area

selecting fabrics and batting

drafting shapes

using full-size pattern pieces

designing and using templates

deciding color combinations

mitered and unmitered borders

yardage charts and figuring

yardage

the use of applique, embroidery,

and trapunto

finishing the quilt back, border,

and quilting design

AND MUCH, MUCH MORE

Of special interest to quilters-on-the-go and those with limited work space are instructions for quilting in sections.

Whether you're a hand quilter who wants to try machine methods, or a newcomer to the quilting scene, these machine-developed and tested ethods will develop your skills while conserving your time and energy as you create anything from an everyday floor quilt to a Masterpiece heirloom.