"Create modern quilts through color and design! Surround yourself in tradition with a modern flair! Author and quilt-afficionado Kiley Ferons modernizes quilt making through her innovative color schemes and up-to-date design trends. Modern Day Quilter is the must-have guide for beginners as it takes you through gathering the proper tools and then teaches you time-honored quilting techniques like appliqué, half-square triangle (HST), foundation paper piecing (FPP), curved piecing, improv, Y-seams, and more! The projects offered are specific to each technique but are reimagined for current decorating styles. Full-size templates included! Get started today and create a beautiful quilt, wall hanging, pillow, slipcover, or even a clock to accent your home." -- Back cover.