Red & Green: An Applique Tradition
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Book Description
The time-honored tradition of red-and-green appliquéd quilts has been celebrated by quiltmakers for generations. Now today's quilters can learn about the origins of these distinctive quilts, and then stitch their own dramatic works of art with directions for 24 beautiful block patterns and one magnificent quilt. Includes:
• Stunning blocks featuring flowers, fruits, berries, and more, plus sources for 176 variations
• Photos of 30 gorgeous antique quilts from the 18th and 19th centuries, offering a wealth of inspiration for today's quilters
• Fascinating personal stories about five 19th-century American quilt artists and their masterpieces
• Full-size templates, a glossary of techniques, and a detailed bibliography
About the Author
Jeana Kimball is a well-known teacher and lecturer, sharing her two favorite quilt topics--applique and the stories of pioneer quiltmakers and their quilts--with her national and international audiences. Jeana is also the author of Loving Stitches: A Guide to Fine Hand Quilting.
Red & Green: An Applique Tradition,Jeana Kimball,Liz McGehee,Stephanie Benson,Barbara Tourtillotte,Martingale and Company,0943574684,19th century,Applique,Appliquâe,Crafts / Hobbies,History,Hobbies/Crafts,Patchwork,Patterns,Quilts,Quilts & Quilting,United States
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