Quilting Bible for Beginner's: English Paper Piecing by Sharon Burgess - Non Fiction - Paperback

Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9786059192569. Publisher: Tuva Publishing. Age Range: Adult / Craft Hobbyist. Overview. The Quilting Bible for Beginner's: English Paper Piecing is a warm, practical guide from quilting expert Sharon Burgess, taking absolute beginners from their first stitch to confident patchwork. Covering the popular English Paper Piecing method alongside fussy cutting, this paperback is packed with clear, step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and inspiring project ideas. It's an ideal companion for anyone wanting to learn a relaxing, portable craft that produces beautiful, heirloom-quality results.. About the Book. Sharon Burgess shares her genuine love of English Paper Piecing (EPP) and fussy cutting in this accessible, illustrated paperback guide. Starting with the fundamentals, readers are guided through the entire EPP process, from preparing papers and basting fabric to hand-stitching pieces together with neat, invisible seams. The book builds skills progressively, beginning with the classic hexagon before introducing more advanced shapes including stars, curves, and other geometric patchwork designs. Throughout, Sharon offers her own tried-and-tested tips, favourite tools, and preferred products, helping readers avoid common beginner mistakes and achieve professional-looking results from the outset. A particular strength of this guide is its focus on fussy cutting: the art of positioning fabric motifs deliberately within a template to create eye-catching, symmetrical patchwork pieces. Sharon explains what to look for when choosing and cutting fabrics for this technique, turning simple offcuts into striking design features. Clear photography and diagrams accompany the instructions throughout, making the book easy to follow even for those who have never picked up a needle and thread before. Whether you're a complete newcomer to quilting or an experienced sewist looking to add EPP to your repertoire, this guide offers a