Designing Patchwork on Your Computer

Instructions refer to a basic graphics program included in most computers.

Looking for more options to add personal touches to your quilts, without spending hours drawing and redrawing designs? You'll find the answers you seek in Designing Patchwork on Your Computer. The book and enclosed CD provide step-by-step instructions for designing a wide range of patchwork blocks using just a few keystrokes, and then combining the blocks to create customized quilts and wall hangings. Additional chapters on color selection and customizing, sashing and borders help you to expand your skills.

Bonus CD contains 100 ready-made templates, grids and patchwork patterns.

Instructions refer to a basic graphics program included in most computers.

Looking for more options to add personal touches to your quilts, without spending hours drawing and redrawing designs? You'll find the answers you seek in Designing Patchwork on Your Computer. The book and enclosed CD provide step-by-step instructions for designing a wide range of patchwork blocks using just a few keystrokes, and then combining the blocks to create customized quilts and wall hangings. Additional chapters on color selection and customizing, sashing and borders help you to expand your skills.

Carol Phillipson has more than 30 years of stitching experience, including work as a teacher in textiles. She's taught a variety of crafts, including patchwork, quilting, applique, cross-stitch and embroidery. She contributes to several magazines and is the author of five books, including Stitched Cards and Gift Tags For Special Occasions.