Quilting Legacy: 12 Reproduction Designs of Vintage Civil War-Era Quilts
*Signed by both Jan Shore and Jim Shore*
Remade in Today's Fabrics with Step-by-Step instructions so you can make your own.
Explore a meaningful tribute to the quilts of America's past!
- Tools and Notions section will help guide you in making your own versions of these quilts
- 12 historical projects of quilts made during the Civil War, the most transformative era in American history
- Step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, complete patterns, and beautiful photography accompany each project
- Fascinating backstories for each design about the scraps, uniforms, and supplies used, as well as the influence of the time on the craft and evolution of quilting
- Author Jan Shore is an avid quilter, fabric designer, and entrepreneur who creates unique designs and accessories for craft enthusiasts and quilters and comes from a long line of quilters within her family, instilling a love of handwork and design for successive generations
From renowned quilter Jan Shore comes this commemorative and skill-building project guide for quilters to recreate vintage quilts from American history using today's traditional fabrics!
Featuring a dozen historical quilt designs from Jan's own personal collection — including quilts from her ancestors — that she has carefully curated And reproduced in today's quilting cottons, each project inside this book includes step-by-step illustrated instructions, helpful diagrams, complete quilt patterns, and beautiful photography for you to successfully recreate each vintage quilt.
Each Civil War-era vintage quilt and historical design includes an interesting backstory on the scraps, uniforms, and supplies used as well as the symbolism and meaning behind each quilt for a sentimental step back in time. You'll also find a valuable section on quilt care.
A nod to both American history and the history and evolution of quilting, Quilting Legacy is a must-have for dedicated quilters of any skill level!