Grandma's Best Full Size Quilt Blocks : Pieces of the Past for Today's Quilter

by Better Homes and Gardens Books

• ISBN13: 9780696212659
• ISBN10: 069621265X
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2002-03-01
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Summary

Quilts hold many secrets. They tell us about the women who made them. They reveal history and link us to our past. Quilting is a time-honoured art-form kept alive by the people who carry the tradition through generations. The book was created in honour of this never-ending passion. Dozens of antique quilts, all shown in lovely photographs, are the inspiration for the 70 full-size block patterns included in this book. You will also be delighted with: Quilting history from 1830 to 1950; Full-size patterns, yardage, and instructions to reproduce 10 exquisite antique quilts; 70 bed quilt diagrams; Over 150 block and border colour options; As a grand finale, there is a chapter devoted specifically to borders -- patterns and ideas for finishing your beautiful quilt.

Table of Contents

1830-1860	6	(54)
As the colonists expanded westward, pioneer women began to quilt out of necessity for warmth and as an expression of personal artistry. This rare collection of quilts from the mid-1800s includes both pieced and appliqued works of art
1860-1890	60	(42)
Quilts made during the civil War often were made for the soldiers and to raffle to raise funds for the abolitionist cause. As shown in this chapter, the elaborate crazy quilts from the latter part of the era reflect Queen Victoria's love of embellishment
1890-1920	102	(42)
From dark and somber fabric prints to graphic Amish masterpieces, this time period was a transition for the American quilter. Let the antique quilts inspire you to make Your favorite 9-inch blocks from the chapter
1920-1950	144	(56)
Reflecting prosperity to the Great Depression, quilts from this era show women's love for quilting. As shown the quilts in this chapter, colors were lovely and lively. Quilters enjoyed the best of times and defied the worst of times
Borders	200
Enjoy a sampling of pieced and appliqued borders to use on your next quilt or as elaborate sashings. Inspired by vintage quilts, the border designs include florals, geometrics, and scallops