Transformations
 

Select object and: To change size proportionally, left click any corner square and drag to desired size. To change size non-proportionally, left click a middle square and drag to desired size. To rotate, right click any corner square and drag to desired position. To skew, right click any middle square and drag to desired shape.

It is possible to manipulate separately the two sides (edges) of column-like objects. This is useful when changing the width of a border created as a closed-loop column or appliqué.
To move/rotate just one side, depress the Ctrl or Alt key while making the transformation.

Note: A small circle marks the end point of the object being manipulated, to help determine the first and second sides of object.