{"product_id":"sewing-softness-arthur-fredrick-9798241243607","title":"Sewing Softness: A BEGINNER'S GUIDEBOOK TO RAG QUILTS: From First Stitch to Finished Quilt: Quick-Start Projects and Simple, Tear-Free Instructions","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how to create beautifully soft, textured rag quilts-even if you've never sewn before.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSEWING SOFTNESS: A Beginner's Guidebook to Rag Quilts\u003c\/i\u003e is a clear, step-by-step introduction to one of the most forgiving and rewarding styles of quilting. Designed for absolute beginners, this guide removes the intimidation of traditional quilting and replaces it with simple techniques, practical projects, and confidence-building instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRag quilts are known for their exposed seams, cozy texture, and straightforward construction. In this book, you'll learn exactly how to move from your \u003cb\u003efirst stitch to a finished quilt\u003c\/b\u003e, using plain language, consistent formatting, and tear-free instructions that focus on doing-not guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside this guide, you'll learn how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand what makes rag quilts different from traditional quilts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose beginner-friendly fabrics that fray beautifully\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare, cut, and organize fabric with confidence\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSew exposed seams correctly for strong, long-lasting quilts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild quilt blocks, rows, and full quilt tops step by step\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eClip seams safely to create the signature rag texture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash and dry quilts to achieve soft, even fraying\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplete multiple beginner projects, including baby, lap, square, strip-style, and contrast quilts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTroubleshoot common mistakes and improve speed and accuracy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlan and design your own custom rag quilt from scratch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach chapter builds logically on the last, introducing skills only when you need them. The projects are practical, manageable, and designed to reinforce what you've already learned-so you gain confidence with every quilt you complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you want to sew a cozy baby quilt, a comforting lap quilt, or your very first handmade gift, \u003ci\u003eSewing Softness\u003c\/i\u003e gives you a reliable path from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo prior sewing experience required. Just fabric, a sewing machine, and the desire to begin.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Arthur Fredrick\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798241243607\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/25\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 42\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.27lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d","brand":"Arthur Fredrick","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48066835382527,"sku":"9798241243607","price":14.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_8f70dd29-014c-4fea-b48e-708b1f03a948.jpg?v=1768680839","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/sewing-softness-arthur-fredrick-9798241243607","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}