Catherine Redford

Redford makes quilting on a home sewing machine sound incredibly doable - I now feel quite confident that I can tackle this!

There are in-depth discussions of various tools and materials, and super helpful tips like how to make smooth starts and stops in your quilting design and how to pull up the bottom thread to avoid the "unsightly birds' nests" on the back of your project.

Both walking-foot and free-motion quilting are addressed, and there are even a couple of full projects included (placemats, wall quilt, throw quilt, bed quilt).

Plus, Redford throws in a bit of humor, so the reading, and not only the quilting, experience is enjoyable.… (meer)