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Somewhere in Between Quilts and Quilters of Illinois
by Rita Barber
- Condition
- As New
- Published
- June 1987
- ISBN
- 9780891459200
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 27.28
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From the Preface: "This book is the result of an interest in quilts, quilters and quilting that started in 1962 when I made three small quilts for the child I was expecting.
In 1982, another quilter...asked if I would participate in a project similar to the ...Kentucky Quilt Project. The project evolved into this book.
This book is not meant to… Read more about this item Item Price
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Victorian Designs for Needlepoint
by Phyllis Kluger
- Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Edition
- Stated First Edition
- Published
- 1978
- ISBN
- 9780030449468
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 16.37
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This book contains more than 30 needlepoint designs inspired by the decorative and ornamental art of turn-of-the-century England and America. The patterns are adapted from varied sources as the famous Water Tower in Chicago, an Aubrey Beardsley flower, a William Morris carpet, and even a Paine's Celery Compound label. Each design is accompanied by a… Read more about this item Item Price
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Mary Thomas's Knitting Book
by Mary Thomas
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- Used - Very Good-
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- 1972-06
- ISBN
- 9780486228174
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 16.37
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From back cover: "[This book] is a veritable encyclopedia of knitting, clearly and definitively explaining and illustrating every method, operation and stitch, and a good number of the patterns you are ever likely to need or use." Unabridged republication of original (1938) edition. 21 plates, more than 250 figures.
Very Good- condition. Some edge and corner wear. Bottom corner creases.… Read more about this item Item Price
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Mary Thomas's Book of Knitting Patterns
by Mary Thomas
- Condition
- Used - Very Good-
- Published
- June 1, 1972
- ISBN
- 9780486228181
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 13.64
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From back cover: "This book contains the fruits of centuries of experience and invention in knitting, and is quite possibly the best single manual of knitting patterns ever written." It starts with the basics and adds a new motif or design in each chapter.
Very Good- condition. Some edge and corner wear. Soft crease on back cover. Clean. Tight. Please see… Read more about this item Item Price
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Masterpieces in Cloth Calendar 2005
by Gerald Roy
- Condition
- New
- Published
- July 2001
- ISBN
- 9781574328554
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 10.91
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This is a 2005 calendar that has beautiful quilt photographs - suitable for framing. The book also includes lots of information on protecting your quilts. Plus resources and museums.
New (old stock) book. Clean and Tight. No wear. Beautiful photos. 75 pages.
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Miniature Quilts: Connecting New and Old Worlds
by Tina M. Gravatt
- Condition
- New
- Published
- 1996-09
- ISBN
- 9780891458777
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 20.39
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This book shares research from museums and libraries in Europe and the U.S. The book features whole-cloth quilts, medallion or framed quilts, strippie quilts, hexagons, Log Cabins, and many more. There is also info on vintage fabrics and reproductions. Lots of quilt history and 18 fully illustrated patterns.
New book. Clean. Tight. Small remainder mark on bottom and very minimal corner… Read more about this item Item Price
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Basic Applique
by Cindy; Rowe, Gail Walter
- Condition
- New
- Published
- 2002-12
- ISBN
- 9780873493475
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 29.94
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1930s Quilt Patterns Created with Traditional and Contemporary Techniques. Step-by-step instructions. 16 patterns based on the cheery, colorful blocks of the 1930s. Techniques include: thread basting, freezer paper, drawn lines for needle turn, reversible interfacing, blue stick basting, and fusible web.
New book. Clean. Tight. Very minimal edge/corner shelf wear. Please see photos. 144 pages.
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Making Antique Quilts
by Rita Weiss
- Condition
- New
- Jacket Condition
- New
- Published
- November 1, 2005
- Binding
- Printed paper over boards
- ISBN
- 9781402723179
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 34.03
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From back cover: "Needlework expert and historian Rita Weiss shows how to reproduce 20 amtoqie qio;ts frp, tje 1850s through WWII. Easily adapted to today's techniques and fabrics, these classic patterns will never go out of style. Weiss also includes information about each original design and a historical perspective about quilts of that period."
New book with New dust jacket.… Read more about this item Item Price
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Designs on Freedom
by Bonnie K Browning
- Condition
- Used - Very Good-
- Published
- April 2003
- ISBN
- 9781574328332
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 13.64
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From back cover: "Historically, in time of conflict, women have picked up needle & thread to stitch history onto fabric. Bonnie K. Browning has collected 50 designs for use in fabric and art by quilters, embroiderers, artists & even children for coloring. Designs include: Flags, Eagles, Statue of Liberty, Patriotic Sayings, Military Planes & Vehicles, Uncle Sam, Honest Abe &… Read more about this item Item Price
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Lewis & Clark, Volume Two
by Terry Clothier Thompson
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- Used - Good+
- Published
- 2004
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 27.28
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This book has lots of information on Sacagawea. The quilts are inspired by Bird Woman and focus on Sacagawea's life and her children. There are both applique and piecing patterns.
Good+ condition. This was a new book, but at some point came in contact with some water near the spine - so many of the pages have a water stain near… Read more about this item Item Price
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The New England Quilt Museum, Quilts
by Jennifer Gilbert
- Condition
- Used
- Published
- November 1999
- ISBN
- 9781571200754
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 29.94
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5 quilt projects with complete instructions, based on antique quilts. Bonus applique project. Highlights of the story of the Lowell "Mill Girls" in early 19th century. Color photos of 70 quilts from the collection. Tips for quilt care and storage.
New book, but front cover has very slight bottom corner wear. Otherwise clean and tight. Please see photos. 96 pages.
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Fancy Feathered Friends for Quilters
by Susan McKelvey
- Condition
- New
- Published
- 2003-01
- ISBN
- 9781574328127
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 34.03
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From back cover: "Delicate or stylized, elegant and sophisticated, these bird designs represent several styles and periods of textile history. ... To add to their versatility, patterns can be appliqued, embroidered, or painted. Susan demonstrates how to use ink pens to create shading and outline details to enhance realism." 24 patterns from easy to advanced.
New book. Clean and tight.… Read more about this item Item Price
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Best of 4 Blocks...and More
by Linda Giesler. Carlson
- Condition
- New
- Published
- November 2003
- ISBN
- 9781574328288
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 35.39
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From back cover: "Original and historic designs, along with an interesting analysis of this grand style, are presented in Linda's creative approach to four-block quilts. ... Full-sized patterns are provided for a dozen projects, ranging from 15 to 42 inches in size.
New book. Clean. Tight. Very minimal bottom edge wear. Small red remainder mark on bottom. Please see photos. … Read more about this item Item Price
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The Quilt
by Quilt National
- Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Published
- January 1984
- ISBN
- 9780916838928
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 8.18
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From back cover: "New Directions For An American Tradition presents a comprehensive and stimulating look at the best in contemporary quilting through 84 color plates of quilts selected for Quilt National '83, the only national juried show restricted to contemporary work. ...is an indispensable "state-of-the-art record of the attempts by contemporary artists...to bring quilting into the mainstream of the fine… Read more about this item Item Price
SGD 8.18
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The Sister Blocks 17 Sisterly Sets From the Kansas City Star
by Edie McGinnis
- Condition
- Used - Fine
- Published
- November 2001
- ISBN
- 9780970913197
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 40.91
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From back cover: "From 1928 to 1961, The Kansas City Star published more than 1,000 quilt patterns, establishing a legacy among quilt makers that now extends around the world." More than 30 patterns paired together. Each sisterly pair features a pieced block and an applique. Plus the author has added some of her own applique patterns - seven in… Read more about this item Item Price
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Antique Quilting Designs
by Roberta; Hawkins, Shelley Benvin
- Condition
- Used - Very Good-
- Published
- 2001-10
- ISBN
- 9781574327724
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 29.94
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From back cover: "More than a dozen feathered and scalloped wreaths, Full-size medallion patterns and Folk Art Designs, 7 Historical quilts with focus on traditional quilting, Simple to Fancy quilting patterns for larger spaces, Large scale border motifs and undulating feather patterns, A variety of authentic quilting themes to choose from"
New book; however, bottom got wet and was immediately dried,… Read more about this item Item Price
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Courtship Quilts: Inspired by the Victorian Language of Flowers
by Janna L Sheppard
- Condition
- New
- Published
- 2005-11
- ISBN
- 9781564776327
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- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 38.12
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From back cover: "Send one you love a secret message in a quilt! During Victorian times, it was the custom to use flowers to express certain sentiments. Revive this charming tradition and reveal your affections in these gorgeous quilts. ...11 projects... Learn the tender-hearted meanings attached to various flowers..."
New book. Clean. Tight. 112 pages.
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SGD 38.12
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Rooted in Tradition Art Quilts from the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
by Judith Trager
- Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Published
- January 2005
- Binding
- Coated blue cloth over boards with printing
- ISBN
- 9781578643141
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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SGD 40.85
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From back cover: "...tells the story of three decades of the Art Quilt Movement in America, from the early 1980s through today."
Book - Fine condition. Clean Tight. No wear.Dust Jacket - Very Good condition. Small (1.5") scratch on front, very minimal corner wear.141 pages. Lots of colorful photos.
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SGD 40.85