A concise yet comprehensive guide to patchwork and quilting. A range of techniques is covered for both hand and machine stitching which gently guide the novice quilter through to more intermediate and advanced skills. Advice is given for fabric and thread choices, and for choosing and using the right tools and equipment for this craft. Thirty different projects are offered for the reader to try out their quilting together with fabric requirements and clear, step-by-step instructions and diagrams.