American Doll Quilts
Author | : Kathleen Tracy |
Publisher | : Martingale |
Total Pages | : 254 |
Release | : 2004-12-14 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781604686333 |
ISBN-13 | : 1604686332 |
Rating | : 4/5 (33 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: 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!