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Author: Rita Weiss Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. ISBN: 9781402723179 Category : Patchwork Languages : en Pages : 168
Book Description
Recreate beautiful antique quilts from the pioneer days of the 1850s to the wartime 1940s--and preserve the stories they tell about America's quilting heritage. Twenty antique quilts are pictured in detailed color photos with fascinating information about each of the originals in their era. Complete, photo-filled instructions explain how to make yesterday's quilts with today's fabrics, techniques, and materials. The projects have been expertly chosen by one of the world's leading authors, publishers, and lecturers on the history of needlework. Among her selections: Chimney Sweep Variation, developed by quilters with only small pieces of fabric available; the Double Wedding Ring, a gift quilt from the 1820s; and Jacob's Ladder, another pattern drawn from the farm home scrap basket.
Author: Sandra L Hatch Publisher: Annie's ISBN: 9781592170005 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 130
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This book is loaded with ideas on caring for vintage quilts. Learn what to look for when purchasing antique quilts and how to integrate them into the home. We offer suggestions for turning an unfinished quilt into something beautiful and how to recycle old quilt blocks and tops.
Author: Sarah Fielke Publisher: CICO Books ISBN: 9781782498469 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Featuring 18 stunning quilts designed by Sarah Fielke—from the striking Liberty Belle log cabin quilt to the peaceful Ebb and Flow medallion quilt—inspired by quilts from the American Folk Art Museum, New York. Old Quilts, New Life features 18 stunning quilts designed by passionate quilter, author, and designer, Sarah Fielke. Sarah has selected 9 beautiful quilts from The American Folk Art Museum in New York and created two designs inspired by each quilt—the first, a sympathetic interpretation of the original piece and the second, a more contemporary creation. Old Quilts, New Life showcases these stunning quilts—each one accompanied by step-by-step instructions so you can create them at home. The book takes you through the history of the quilting tradition and explores the techniques and styles employed by quilters over the centuries. From the beautiful simplicity of an Amish quilt to a pretty pinwheel design, there is a quilt here to suit all skill levels and styles.
Author: Dave Prochnow Publisher: Pelican Publishing ISBN: 9781589803756 Category : Antiques & Collectibles Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This illustrated handbook features descriptions and actual selling prices for historic quilts sold, reflecting the authors' 15 years of research at auction and estate sales. There are also invaluable hints for starting a collection, caring for old quilts, and making new ones based on vintage patterns.
Author: Leisure Arts, Inc Publisher: ISBN: 9781574863475 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 128
Book Description
Offers step-by-step instructions for creating eighteen beautiful, antique quilt designs--including Colorado Quilt, Sunshine Aster, Bow Tie, and Mother's Handkerchiefs--along with tips on using the designs to make table runners, wall hangings, pillows, and more. Original. 15,000 first printing.
Author: Julie Hendricksen Publisher: That Patchwork Place ISBN: 9781604687095 Category : Afghans (Coverlets) Languages : en Pages : 0
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If you love antique quilts and enjoy remaking them with today's Civil War reproduction prints, this is the book for you. Each gorgeous quilt is easy to re-create using today's techniques.