American Doll Quilts
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.50 (862 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1564775895 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 82 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-01-29 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This is her first book. Kathleen Tracy designs patterns inspired by antique doll quilts for her quilt kit company, Country Lane Quilts.
Celebrate the sweet, centuries-old American tradition of antique doll quilts with stories of the past and heirlooms for the future. Fourteen designs represent doll quilts made during different periods in American history, starting with the colonial period and moving through the Victorian era, the Great Depression, and World War II. Information on fabrics and designs highlight the unique traits of each historical period. These simple projects will capture the charm of yesteryear for a child-or for the child within. Projects in a range of sizes up to 20" x 22" include a medallion quilt, a stenciled quilt, and a friendship pillow
Long Awaited Treasure I first became interested in doll quilts in October 200Long Awaited Treasure Tracy Robert I first became interested in doll quilts in October 2004 as I tired from a creative binge of sewing doll clothes, but still wanted low commitment sewing projects to work on. Little quilts and doll quilts are smaller versions of larger quilt patterns. Doll quilts are an excellent start for any beginning quilter or for those who prefer short term projects. Historically, doll quilts were often made by childr. as I tired from a creative binge of sewing doll clothes, but still wanted low commitment sewing projects to work on. Little quilts and doll quilts are smaller versions of larger quilt patterns. Doll quilts are an excellent start for any beginning quilter or for those who prefer short term projects. Historically, doll quilts were often made by childr. a joy to read while still being educational Judy These little patterns would be a delight to make and each one represents a period of time in America's history. Having viewed many vintage and antique quilts I find these little quilts are true to their periods in history both in the fabric and the patterns.In spite of the charming patterns in this book it's greatest value is it's ability to give you a sense of what it was like to be quilting during diffe. Five Stars Love the AuthorLove her quilts.
. This is her first book. About the Author Kathleen Tracy designs patterns inspired by antique doll quilts for her quilt kit company, Country Lane Quilts