Start Quilting with Alex Anderson: Everything First-Time Quilters Need to Succeed; 8 Quick Projects--Most in 4 Sizes Paperback – Illustrated, August 16, 2009

This book was recommended by my local Bernina Sewing Machine Store because it is used for classes. This book is written well enough that I should be able to work my way through it with no problem. However, I still would like to take the class to learn more tricks from the teacher!Pictures are mostly in color with a few in black/white for contrast when explaining.Step by step instructions for 8 quilt projects with instructions and measurements for beds from crib through King size.Margin is wide enough to have it spiral bound to make it easier to take notes and keep open.Although it is from 2009, the basics don’t really change.

A great guide to begin quilting and maybe a refresher for someone needing to brush up.

Helpful with lots of ideas.

Love the step by step instructions. Pictures of the quilts are great! She gives you the confidence you need to get started! Also she tells you which patterns are beginners, and then work up to the others.

I have been teaching quilting for years and this book is terrific. Start Quilting with Alex Anderson covers all aspects of quilting in detail, which really helps the first time quilter. The designs have been updated with a fresh approach that add interest and excitement to the classics - even Fence Rail takes on a new look! The content enables the new quilter to easily complete a quilt and leverage all the patterns in the book to continue to sharpen their skills. For the quilter that wants to sharpen their skills the projects will stretch them as well. For the Quilt Teacher, it is a great textbook, that is easy to follow and fun for the students.

Liked the specific instructions while still allowing you to use your own imagination.

It’s is a good reference book for beginner quilters. Something you can refer to and easily find answers. Well written and easy to follow.

This was suggested to me for a text for a new beginners' course I'll be teaching. The projects for beginners are good, and I would recommend them. However, her process for making HST's and flying geese are out of date. We have much better ways to make them these days. So far as instructions, I would not recommend. Will be writing my own curriculum for class.