"The About.com Guide to Quilting" pieces together all aspects of quilting: from history and tools to patterns and applique methods. Novice and experienced crafting enthusiasts will benefit from expert advice from one of the industry"s foremost experts - Janet Wickell. Janet begins with the foundations of quilt-making using small projects and technique demonstrations that will be used to complete the projects found in later chapters.With 100 step-by-step illustrations to guide you, and a four colour art insert showing finished versions of the projects, quilters will have all the tools they need to finish unforgettable heirlooms their families will treasure.It features these inspired projects: Miniature paisley stars quilt; Quick and easy fabric postcards; String pieced table runner; Rag quilt, with size variations; Rag-edged denim purse, with a speedy variation; Basket wall-hanging; and Throw pillow.