Quilts & Quilting

Contemporary quilt artists trace the path of Black history in the United States with 97 original works exploring important events, places, people, and ideas over 400 years. Arranged in chronological order, quilt themes include the first enslaved people...

More than 140 color images, with both traditional and contemporary designs, show how vintage hexagon textile fragments can be repurposed and fashioned into new, beautiful quilts. Over the last century, hundreds of hexagon (fondly termed...

Quiltmaking in the 1910s can be best described as the convergence of the quilt styles of the late nineteenth century with the new innovations of the early twentieth century. One phenomenon of the era was the emergence of major entrepreneurial quilt...

Patriotism and quilting come together in this new book as six quilts honor the officer ranks between 2nd Lieutenant/Ensign through Colonel/Captain. The author, who served more than 25 years in the military, shares her experiences as she progressed...

To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of The Beatles first visit to the United States, 150 artists chose a different Beatles song to portray as a 24" x 24" fiber art quilt. Inspired by the vast array of Beatles' music and lyrics, they have merged talent...

Beautiful vintage doilies are given new life in contemporary quilts and sewing projects. Beginning with an explanation of the various types of doilies readily available, 15 quilting projects creatively incorporate them into their design. With 10 patterns...

Quilters are always looking for a reason to buy more fabric or use up some of their stash while enjoying one of their favorite things to do, and what better way is there than to celebrate a special day by making a quilt. Broken down by the month,...

Dance is a rhythmic movement of the human body, a form of expression that allows one to creatively experience a wide range of emotions. In this new art quilt book, see how 60 artists rose to the challenge and created an 18 x 30 inch quilt that reflected...

The German immigrants to Southeastern Pennsylvania developed a rich and very colorful quilting heritage after they arrived in America. This book focuses on a rare subset of that tradition--the patchwork pillowcase. If antique Pennsylvania quilts number...

Push the envelope of your quilting skills and learn how to combine two traditional patterns, Autumn Leaf and Courthouse Steps, using non-traditional methods. Self-taught quilter, Debbie Pierce, offers her twist on this art form with step-by-step...

As one of the thirteen original colonies, Connecticut made unique contributions to the development of America's textile industry. Until now, however, quilts from this historic state have only been viewed in bits and pieces through other states'...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781927099681Author Cabot Quilters GuildFormat HardbackPage Count 150Imprint Boulder BooksPublisher Boulder BooksWeight(grams) 1070g

With 400 color and black and white images, American Heroes Quilts, Past & Present, is the first in-depth compilation of quilt patterns named for or associated with famous Americans. Quoting from original sources where possible, the book explores 55...

Clamshells are a day at the beach with sew-lebrity Laura Coia’s clamshell patterns and QAYG techniques, featured on SewVeryEasy YouTube channel. Make beautiful clamshell quilts and home decor projects.Book InformationISBN 9781644034644Author Laura...

Representations of historical eagle motifs from the 1700s to today from across the United States are presented by contemporary quilters. In engaging text and 117 crisp color photos, the story is told of the American bald eagle, as the symbol of the...

During Japan’s Edo period, a style of needlework was born from a need to make fishermen’s clothing stronger and warmer. The “little stabs” of running stiches known as sashiko soon became an art form, inspiring this tale told from the perspective of a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781571200891Author Alex AndersonFormat PaperbackPage Count 50Imprint C & T PublishingPublisher C & T PublishingWeight(grams) 141g

Do you have your children's artwork hanging on your walls or refrigerator doors? Have you saved their artwork since they were young, but you don't know what to do with it? This fun, do-it-yourself quilting book offers a chance to preserve your children's...

A powerful way to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the United Nations Human Rights Declaration, this book reminds us of its impact and each of its 30 principles, using intriguing art quilts. Sometimes taking us by surprise, the 75 textile artists...

A collection of 25 improvisational quilts, this compilation from one of the premier colorists in contemporary American art represents work from three distinct series of quilts, all of which are photographed in sensational colors and with extensive detail...

There has never been a more exciting time to be a quilter or a lover of beautiful quilts. In the past quarter century, the quilt community has expanded in both style and technique, giving birth to a diverse and exciting new category of quilts. This book...

The timeless crafts of quilting, patchwork and applique are brought together here in one volume. The projects are divided into four themed sections, presenting different styles of work; historical, country-style, ethnic and contemporary.Book...

Quilting gets a rustic modern treatment in this 20-project sewing book that celebrates American trade quilts, with touches of Native and early American influences. The timeless style of these DIY designs will inspire quilters of every skill level to make...

Jam-packed with Kim's tried-and-true tips. Quilters everywhere have fallen in love with Kim Diehl's beautiful quilts, and you can too! In this latest collection, Kim focuses exclusively on patchwork for those who love her style but don't have the time...

Quilt outside of your comfort zone! This must-have project book is designed to build your confidence as a dedicated or intermediate quilter and will inspire you to transfer your traditional blocks to beautiful modern quilts. Including step-by-step...

The ultimate pocket guide to quilting, this book is packed with expert tips and tricks on equipment, short cuts, organization, color, patterns, machine quilting, and more! Providing 101 great tips for beginning quilters but also filled with new...

Quilting Simplified shows you how to create your own unique, hand- made bed quilts. It contains eight simple projects that cover all sizes: baby, twin, full and queen / king. If you've never quilted before, this ultimate beginner's guide will tell you...

The ultimate, award-winning guide for beginning quilters, this book has everything you need to know to start and finish a quilt! Opening with the basics on equipment, fabrics, and ¼ seams, you’ll then learn all the essential quilting and appliqueing...

Nothing is better than creating something with your own hands...other than sharing that with the next generation. Spend time together as a family while you pass down the craft of quilting and complete 16 kid-friendly projects together, from Christmas...

Wonderful One-Block Quilting offers 40 simple one-session project ideas that are perfect for beginners and time-challenged quilters. Whether you're taking the plunge into patchwork for the first time or just looking for a quick weekend project, this...

Whether you're a beginner or a long-time Thimbleberries fan, you can always count on Lynette Jensen to provide classic blocks along with inspiring quality in fabrics and designs. Here, Lynette offers dozens of seasonal basket blocks, calendar blocks, and...

Original projects inspired by the award-winning quilt "Mother Earth and Her Children" showcase Sieglinde Schoen Smith's distinctive style of blending applique, embroidery, and quilting techniques. The delightful flower girls featured in the quilt are the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781639810109Author Editors at Landauer PublishingFormat PaperbackPage Count 36Imprint Landauer (IL)Publisher Landauer (IL)Weight(grams) 45gDimensions(mm)...

Radiant Quilts offers a complete guide to making gorgeous scrap quilts using just one, two, or three simple repeated shapes. Renowned author and quilt designer Elsie M. Campbell uses triangles, clamshells, half-hexagons, strips, and diamonds to make nine...

10 of the best-known and most respected teachers in modern quilt making, many best-selling authors in their own right, share one of their most popular workshops with you. Each class is designed to help you improve your own composition and design choices...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781683561682Author Kim DiehlPage Count 50Imprint Martingale & CompanyPublisher Martingale & CompanyWeight(grams) 331gDimensions(mm) 328mm * 234mm * 7mm

Your resource for a lifetime of planning and designing template-free geometric modern quilts. This compact guide is like many of the best things in life: simple. Designing a successful geometric quilt can be easy if a proportional sense of design is...

What would happen if sets of vintage quilt blocks were divided among a group of artists, and each was left to create new quilts from them in her own style? In answer, this book presents 117 quilts made from six sets of vintage blocks by 19 talented...

From the early 1880s through the second quarter of the twentieth century, American women made crazy quilts in colossal numbers. The velvets, satins, silks, wools and cottons of the crazy quilt era reflect abundance in the economy of the society-at-large...

Quilts are bold and beautiful, treasured by family members, valued by museums and collectors, and exciting to view. Exceptional quilts were produced by the innovative quilt makers of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This book features a spectacular array...