Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This early manual is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all sewing enthusiasts. A concise and detailed study of the art of quilt making accompanied by helpful diagrams. Contents Include: Quilting in the Past, Quilting Designs, Quilt Making and Quilting To-day and To-morrow. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Synopsis
"English Quilting Old And New" is a fascinating account of the history and development of English quilt-making, with a chapters on the tradition in the "West Country." Exploring its origins and evolution throughout the centuries, this detailed volume will appeal to modern quilt-makers and historians alike, and it is not to be missed by collectors of allied literature. Contents Include: "Quilting in the Past," Quilting Designs," "Quilt Making," and "Quilting To-day and To-morrow." Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on quilt making.