Easy techniques and simple projects as a introduction to hand applique. Learn how to create templates and cut shapes. Master quilting basics such as marking, layering and binding. Find out how to make French knots, half-square-triangle units and a saw tooth border.

Author Jamie Fingall has gathered award-wining designers sharing their ideas for embellishing small contemporary quilts with jewelry, shells, ribbons, embroidery, foil stamping, beads and buttons.