American Doll Quilts

Author: Kathleen Tracy
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604686332
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 254

Book Description
Capture a piece of the past for a special child--or for the child within! From teaching first-time sewing skills to giving gifts to last a lifetime, you can celebrate a sweet, centuries-old American tradition by re-creating antique doll quilts. Create 16 designs representing doll quilts made during different periods in American history, including the Civil War and Victorian eras Choose from a medallion quilt, a friendship pillow, and other simple projects in sizes up to 19" x 25" Discover the unique traits of each historical period, plus how to fashion an authentic antique look with reproduction fabrics Re-create a tiny tradition in American quiltmaking!

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Author: Library of Congress
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Subject headings, Library of Congress
Languages : en
Pages : 1160

Book Description

American Anthem

Author: American Folk Art Museum
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 440

Book Description
A celebration of the symbols of liberty, ingenuity, and refuge within American folk art from colonial days to the present is culled from the collection of the American Folk Art Museum.

The Quilters Hall of Fame

Author: The Quilters Hall of Fame
Publisher: Voyageur Press
ISBN: 1627883991
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
Masterpiece quilts and Master quilters--both are honored inÂ The Quilters Hall of Fame. The book profiles more than forty of the quilting world's most influential people--from early twentieth-century quilt designer Ruby McKim to quilt curator Jonathan Holstein to contemporary art quilter Nancy Crow. Lavishly illustrated with one hundred glorious color photographs of their quilts, plus historical photographs, ads, and pattern booklets,Â The Quilters Hall of FameÂ is essential for every quilter's bookshelf.

Quilts Sold!

Author: Prochnow, Dave
Publisher: Pelican Publishing
ISBN: 9781455610792
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 160

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.

Classic Crib Quilts and How to Make Them

Author: Thos. K. Woodard
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486157911
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 152

Book Description
A wealth of information on pieced and appliqué crib quilts: their history, 156 full-color photos of 19th- and early-20th-century creations, patterns and instructions for 13 charming covers, more.

Civil War Legacies III

Author: Carol Hopkins
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604687495
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 238

Book Description
If you can't get enough of reproduction fabrics, you'll want this book! Immerse yourself in a bygone era and create your own piece of Americana. Featuring simple pieced blocks, these gorgeous quilts showcase Carol Hopkins' talent for selecting reproduction fabrics to create quilts reminiscent of antique treasures. Choose from 16 quilt patterns ideally suited for your smallest scraps Close-up photos bring the details into crystal-clear focus Enjoy patterns that are perfect for wall hangings, table toppers, doll beds, and special gifts

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Author: Library of Congress. Cataloging Policy and Support Office
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Subject headings, Library of Congress
Languages : en
Pages : 1688

Book Description

Two-block Theme Quilts

Author: Claudia Olson
Publisher: That Patchwork Place
ISBN: 9781564776549
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
Pair beautiful blocks with whimsical themes and what to you get? Delightful quilts that dazzle! Each quilt uses just two block patterns; when set together, intricate designs magically appear.

The Story Quilts of Yvonne Wells

Author: Stacy I. Morgan
Publisher: University of Alabama Press
ISBN: 0817361383
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 360

Book Description
A comprehensive and richly illustrated survey of one of the most significant and intriguing quilters of the 21st century, featuring 109 color plates of Wells's narrative quilts with intimate commentaries by Wells herself