{"title":"Books by Michael Caputo","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781800651906","title":"Quilting Know-How","description":"\u003cb\u003eA complete guide to the techniques and finishing touches that every quilter needs to know. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you would like to learn new patchwork and quilting skills or want to take up this flourishing craft for the first time, you’ll find all the techniques you’ll need in this essential guide. Step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow artworks show you how to master everything from accurate cutting and using templates to sewing curves and English paper piecing. If you are a beginner, the first chapter takes you through all the basic tools and equipment you’ll need, such as a sewing machine, curved pins, and a rotary cutter. For more experienced quilters, tips on perfect pressing, hand stitching, and reverse appliqué will help you achieve a professional finish. Whatever your skill level, \u003ci\u003eQuilting Know-How\u003c\/i\u003e is the ideal reference handbook to keep by your side, helping you to build your confidence and abilities so that you can create stunning projects.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56306891325813,"sku":"9781800651906","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781800651906_f2535e56-062a-43ae-ab79-a75c9d8e2bb6.jpg?v=1786026684"},{"product_id":"9781800652262","title":"A Beginner's Guide to Quilting","description":"\u003cb\u003eA complete quilting course for beginners, in 12 easy stages. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Beginner's Guide to Quilting\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect introduction to this popular craft. Beginning with the \"Getting Started\" section, quilting teacher Michael Caputo will show the tools and equipment, and demonstrate the sewing skills you will need, plus the basics of constructing your quilt. Section two is a series of 12 workshops, each introducing you to new skills, with a project at the end which enables you to practice what you have learned. You'll learn about joining pre-cut squares, sashing, piecing and paper piecing, using templates, and the different types of appliqué. All through the workshops there are helpful hints on choosing colors and patterns, and there are illustrations of variations on the basic blocks to show how those choices will affect the end result. With step-by-step text and clear illustrations, you'll soon be making a table runner and pillow covers, before moving on to wall hangings, a crib quilt, and an afghan. The final project is a full-size bed quilt with elaborate stitching to really show off all your new skills.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56306892308853,"sku":"9781800652262","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781800652262_29fbcc13-847c-4549-9c98-92d538d2e429.jpg?v=1786026714"},{"product_id":"9781800653634","title":"Modern Quilts","description":"\u003cb\u003eFollow Michael Caputo's tutorials for every skill level to make gorgeous quilts and patchwork with 25 modern designs in an array of colorful fabrics.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs well as being enjoyable to make, quilting and patchwork projects are a great way of upcycling scraps of fabric. Here, Michael Caputo shows you how to use this flourishing craft to make 25 innovative designs.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIf you’re a beginner, get started with a simple project such as a seat pillow or some bright coasters and placemats, then practice your skills further with a wonderful color wheel mini quilt.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThere are full-size quilts which are perfect for more confident quilters, as you can really let your creativity take charge in choosing the fabrics and colors. And don’t forget the reverse—one of Michael’s trademarks is that the wrong side of the quilt is just as splendid as the right side.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe templates are included and there is a techniques section, as well as clear step-by-step artworks. All you need to do is choose some fun fabrics and you’re ready to begin these inventive makes.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56307119718773,"sku":"9781800653634","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781800653634_4d03e80f-5d38-469d-b5f9-9bccb2f3fee7.jpg?v=1786026765"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-michael-caputo.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}