First Words with Cute Quilted Friends

Teach your infant or toddler first words in an engaging and adorable way using the handmade quilt blocks in this durable board book!

Whether you're a crafter who already appreciates the art of quilting, or simply a parent looking for a unique and engaging first words book, First Words with Cute Quilted Friends will provide you and your child with plenty of enjoyment as they learn first words with these one-of-a-kind photos. Designed by bestselling author of Urban Quilting, Wendy Chow, this book features cute, brightly colored pictures that your child will love looking at for hours, a compact size that's the perfect size for your child's small hands, and a sturdy padded cover that won't dissolve in their mouths. 

This book includes words and cute pictures in categories such as:
• Animals (dog, cat, fish, etc.)
• Clothing (socks, pants, hat, etc.)
• Food/Drinks (ice cream, apple, carrot, etc.)
• Outdoors and Nature (sun, flower, tree, etc.)
• Transportation (car, train, boat, etc.)
• Things (clock, pencil, book, etc.)

First Words with Cute Quilted Friends is the second book in the crafty first word series from Blue Star Press. The first book, First Words with Cute Crochet Friends, features adorable amigurumi figures."As snug as a favorite blanket, with padded pages and so much to look at, this catalog of a young child’s world is amazing."
—School Library Journal Starred Review

"What a fantastic, timeless, and clever way to use Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP)! Wendy has turned this complex technique into an approachable, cute, and memorable keepsake. These blocks are certain to become a huge favorite with parents and children alike for generations to come."
—Veruschka Zarate, Pride & Joy Quilting, LLC

"Love this series of kiddo books!! I definitely will add this to my favorite shelf at the bookstore!"
—Alicia Gregov, Retail Manager at The Novel Neighbor


Wendy Chow is the founder of the online quilting brand The Weekend Quilter and the author of the books: Urban Quilting and The Urban Quilted Home. A 20-something Australian native based in New York City, Wendy is a pattern designer with a passion for creating bold, modern, geometric prints inspired by architecture, nature, and interior design. Through her crafting, she hopes to inspire the next generation to carry forward the legacy and the art of quilting.