Introduction
How to use this book
What is improvisation
Getting organized
Sorting by size and color
What to do with scraps
Saving the leftovers
Creating a color recipe
The color wheel
Using a color recipe
Increasing your color confidence
Elements and principles of design
Elements of design
Principles of design
Using the elements and principles of design as you work
Working improvisationally
Creating a design wall
Auditioning designs
Give it time
Building blocks for improv
Angled stripes
Improv circles
Improv blocks
Curved strips
Inset strips
Putting it all together
Learning to love negative space
Creating balance
Adding texture
Quilt as desired
Hand stitching
Machine stitching
A word about thread
Finishing touches
To bind or not to bind
Facings
Dealing with irregular edges
Alternatives to sleeve and slat hanging
Resources
About the author.