Children's Nonfiction Crafts & Hobbies
Quilting
- Publisher
- Kids Can Press
- Initial publish date
- Sep 2001
- Category
- Crafts & Hobbies
- Recommended Age
- 8 to 12
- Recommended Grade
- 3 to 7
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9781550748055
- Publish Date
- Sep 2001
- List Price
- $6.95
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9781550749670
- Publish Date
- Sep 2001
- List Price
- $14.95
Classroom Resources
Where to buy it
Out of print
This edition is not currently available in bookstores. Check your local library or search for used copies at Abebooks.
Description
What traditional handicraft allows children to tap into their creativity and imagination? Quilting! In this book in the Kids Can Do It series, kids can design one-of-a-kind gifts and accessories by mixing their favorite colors, fabrics and textures. And while the art of quilting has been around for hundreds of years, a few modern twists make it easier than ever. Ten simple-to-follow patterns with photos, diagrams and step-by-step instructions help kids make projects that are unique — and useful, too!
Kids can make a
- pencil case
- crazy quilt pillow
- book bag
- quilted organizer
- hopscotch lap quilt
Illustrated step-by-step instructions make it easy!
About the authors
Biz Storms is an avid quilter and the author of Quilting. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.
Judy Ann Sadler is the best-selling author of over 20 craft books for children including Corking, Knitting, Simply Sewing, Hemp Jewelry and The Kids Can Press Jumbo Book of Easy Crafts. She still looks forward to making stuff every day. Judy Ann lives with her family in London, Ontario.
Awards
- Winner, Our Choice, Canadian Children’s Book Centre
- Winner, Parent's Guide to Children's Media Award
Editorial Reviews
The colorful photos and illustrations capture details and design and are an excellent accompaniment to the clear, step-by-step instructions. Useful and popular additions to library collections.
School Library Journal
Books in the first-rate Kids Can Do It series continue to give children an opportunity to develop craft skills by providing projects that are both age appropriate and lots of fun. Quilting uses step-by-step instructions keyed to excellent color illustration to present basics.
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