Design Then Quilt

A book that demystifies quilt design principles and teaches readers how to apply them.



This colorful book clarifies graphic design concepts as they relate to quilts. It allows modern quilters (and any quilters) to learn the definition of "design" and how to use design, or not, when creating a quilt.



- Clear, easily understandable text and visuals are specifically aimed to be effective for quilters of all levels of expertise.



- Instantly putting quilters at ease, the vivid pages richly demonstrate each concept, using photos of fabric pieces, threads, and quilted options.



- Award-winning designer Irene shows the concepts to you using quilts her own and those of her workshop students.



- Plenty of practice is included to bring each concept to life, as you arrange and rearrange your materials in varied ways.