This instructional guide presents the comprehensive techniques and procedures basic to quiltmaking in a format adaptable for use with elementary or secondary level students. Charts and diagrams illustrate the sequentially organized text. Information is presented in 15 chapters: (1) "Tools and Equipment"; (2)" Fabric and Thread"; (3) "The Quilt Components"; (4) "Adjusting the Size"; (5) "Determining Fabric Quantities"; (6) "Preparing Patterns and Templates"; (7) "Marking and Cutting the Pieces"; (8) "Stitching and Pressing the Pieces"; (9) "Understanding Applique"; (10) "Quilting Styles"; (11) "Quilting and Tufting"; (12) "Finishing the Quilt Edges"; (13) "Documenting Your Quilt"; (14) "Preparing Your Quilt for Wall Display"; and (15) "Caring for Quilts." A subject index concludes the book. (MM)