Discover essential quiltmaking techniques as you stitch--when you're done, you'll have a bounty of beautiful quilts to grace your home. Soft, subtle colors and charming themes make these quilts perfect for gifts too. Follow five chapters, each featuring one learn-how project, that will teach techniques step by step Combine all the techniques you've learned--strip piecing, curved piecing, paper piecing, appliqu (c), and embroidery--into the fabulous ""Blessed Home Sampler"" quilt Projects are easy enough for beginners, or for those who want to brush up on the basics