159 pages, indexed and illustrated. A clean,unmarked and solid copy.Overseas customers please note the book will attract extra postage charges. "The methods behind more than 50 quilt masterpieces are revealed in this extraordinary view of works from today's finest quiltmaking artists. This colorful volume offers quilters a rare, behind-the-scenes look at each masterwork's development and offers encouragement to start using quilts as a medium for personal expression. -- Stars of the quilting worlds share how they achieve extraordinary effects in their quilts, presenting a wealth of ideas on design, color, and technique -- Valuable tips explore how to design original quilts, from traditional and pictorial quilts to abstract and three-dimensional designs -- The range of styles will appeal to all kinds of quiltmakers -- from those who treasure tradition to those who strive to move beyond it" (Publisher)