This book contains hundreds of color photographs that identify, illustrate, and evaluate antique textiles of interest in the marketplace today, including quilts, coverlets, Marseille spreads, bonnets, Amish socks, aprons, petticoats, and other fashions for the body and home. The information included in the book allows the reader to familiarize himself with both commonplace and fancy items, and provides a source to guide and educate the inexperienced quilt and textile buyer about currently popular collectibles. It also provides a resource for appraisers and others interested in current market values. Both nineteenth and twentieth century items are included, representative of art and function of everyday living.

Antique Quilts & Textiles: A Price Guide to Functional and Fashionable Cloth Comforts

Roy, Gerald E.

Aug, Bobbie A.

History

Collector+books

Add pizazz to any quilt by capturing the vibrant energy of string piecing. The authors show how to create exciting and graphic quilts using 'strings', narrow strips of fabric, sewn to a paper or fabric foundation. You can chain piece your strings for fast and easy sewing - fun to do alone or with a friend. Twelve simple and delightful string quilt patterns, with complete step-by-step instructions, will introduce you to the unlimited possibilities of this classic technique. The patterns give a colorful new look to such traditional favorites as Spools, Lone Stars, and Kaleidoscopes.

String Quilts With Style

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Newman, Sharon

Crafts & Hobbies

This book overflows with outstanding examples of graphic variations for making vertical quilts. Learn how to create wonderful vertical sets using squares, rectangles, and triangles. Over 20 patterns showcase the designs of White Diamonds, Mennonite Nine-Patch, Roman Coins, Stairway to Heaven, Sawtooth Bars, Flying Geese, Delectable Mountains, Bicentennial Baskets, Turn of the Century Redwork, Log Cabin, and much more.

Vertical Quilts With Style

Amer Quilters Society

Today's quilters are rediscovering the charm in Charm Quilts. One-patch charm designs, with each patch cut from various fabrics, usually contain between 300 and 1,000 different prints! What a great way to showcase your stash! If you need more fabrics for your project, you can share swatches with friends or join a fabric swap or charm club. So, grab your sewing supplies and try your hand at making one of these delightful traditional patchwork quilts. Features 30 different charm patterns - Cradle, Picket Fence, Apple Core &amp; more. A dozen traditional quilt projects - perfect for all skill levels. Beg and Borrow novelty quilt - with 'fabric swatches' from textile companies.

Charm Quilts With Style

AMERICAN QUILTER'S SOCIETY

Transfer even the simplest designs into stunning quilts with vertical settings! In this sequel to 'Vertical Quilts with Style', the authors offer new designs, color schemes, and variations on distinctive, traditional quilts. *19 more fun and easy quilts using the latest sewing techniques and fabrics. *More information on setting blocks on point, adding borders, preparation for quilting and bindings. *More quilting pattern assortments to compliment these unique vertical settings.

More Vertical Quilts With Style

For a stunning, yet simple setting of elegant blocks, nine is divine. This arrangement of three vertical blocks and three horizontal blocks offers a versatile framework for nearly any type of quilt block. A unique blend of yesterday's and today's quilts is presented with more than 10 quilt projects. This arrangement offers wide diversity. Block patterns and fabric choices can be the same or totally different. Complete instructions guide you through the entire quiltmaking process with ease. With clear directions, accurate templates, and great ideas for quilting, you will have a wonderful time making these quilts.

Quilt Blocks X 9

Take six projects from classic quilt designs and learn basic string piecing. Perfect for scrap lovers.

How to Make String Quilts (Love to Quilt)

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