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Encyclopedia of Classic Quilt Patterns

May 1, 2009 by Gift Ideas 

Encyclopedia of Classic Quilt Patterns




A complete A-Z resource for the quilter - over 100 traditional favourite quilts to make with step-by-step instructions with updated, labour-saving techniques. Beautifully illustrated throughout with projects ranging from Amethyst to Whig Rose, from Evening Star to Flying Geese, and many traditional influences from Amish to Irish. * Patchwork and quilting is a craft as old as history, but it found its apogee amongst the settlers in the New World, and is now considered to be a particularly American artform. * In full colour throughout: each project is illustrated in a full colour photographs and in a series of step-by-step colour drawings and patterns. * Step-by-step instructions, labour-saving techniques, plus an extensive how-to workshop and clear patchwork and applique designs.

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5 Stars Encyclopedia of Classic Quilt Patterns

Good photographs of the quilts, patterns and notes. A good reference book of classic quilt patterns for beginner patchworkers.

5 Stars Beautiful works
I bought this book for my mother because she is into quilting now and she was absolutely facinated with this book. I do not sew, but even I could see that the patterns were easy to follow.THUMBS UP.

5 Stars My Mom Loved This Book
I gave this book to my Mom for Christmas. She is an avid quilter and loves to read magazines and books about quilting. She told me that it was one of her favorite gifts. The book is colorful and easy to explore. I recommend it to anyone who loves to sew or quilt.

5 Stars Quilt patterns with cutting instructions
This Encyclopedia of Classic Quilt Patterns illustrates ‘basic’ or familiar patterns. Each pattern is illustrated by an actual quilt, and includes patterns/templates, fabric requirements and piecing instructions. Great for beginners and expert quilters. A wonderful additon to any quilters library.

5 Stars Buy it!
I own this book and would never part with it. It is a comprehensive encyclopedia of patterns, along with directions and pictures. I donated many quilt magazines to Goodwill after purchasing this book, because it is all you need. There are more patterns in here then you could make in 1 lifetime! I enjoyed the full color photos and added directions on how to change the size of the quilts from wall-king size. Also, it has both rotary and template piecing directions.

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