Book excerpt: From quilt designer and blogger Amber Johnson, these projects are a little bit vintage, a little bit modern and a whole lot of fun! You'll find plenty of eye candy in this colorful, sunny assortment for confident beginners and beyond. Choose from 14 bold patterns and learn valuable tips on fabric selection and quilting designs Try a variety of applique methods, including easy raw-edge applique Make cheery designs in a range of sizes, such as a Dresden Plate quilt and coordinating pillow