The twenty-six new patchwork projects presented here can add a welcome touch of color and comfort to your life. Simple and traditional patchwork styles, retro fabrics, and contemporary designs combine to create everyday items that are unique and appealing: from patchwork placemats to enliven your dining experience to pillows with patchwork letters to add comfort to your chair to large hexagonal patchwork bags perfect for nature outings. Detailed diagrams and instructions are provided for each project. In addition, six mini-lessons on patchwork sewing are included—making the projects here perfect for beginner and intermediate sewers. Each project is featured with full-color photographs and computer-drawn instructional illustrations that provide step-by-step instructions for making each project.