Making Welsh Quilts : The Textile Tradition That Inspired the Amish?
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Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0715329960
ISBN-13
9780715329962
Publisher
David & Charles
Imprint
David & Charles
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jun 27th, 2008
Print length
128 Pages
Weight
580 grams
Dimensions
27.90 x 21.60 x 1.10 cms
Product Classification:
Quiltmaking, patchwork & appliqueQuiltmaking, patchwork and appliqué
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This book explores the history of Welsh quilting with a gallery of photographs of Wales' quilt treasures. Techniques range from traditional hand piecing and quilting methods to modern rotary cutting and machine techniques. Information on selecting fabrics and colours, with a pattern library of traditional Welsh quilting templates.
Welsh quilts, with their characteristic fabric choice, strikingly simple patchwork designs and decorative quilting patterns, have a rich tradition that some believe may have inspired the Amish when they first settled near Welsh communities in Pensylvania. This book explores the fascinating history of Welsh quilting with a stunning gallery of photographs of Wales' quilt treasures.It presents techniques, which range from traditional hand piecing and hand quilting methods to modern rotary cutting and machine quilting techniques. In-depth information is given on selecting the right fabrics and colours, and basic equipment needed to create these quiltsA pattern library of traditional Welsh quilting templates shows how the patterns were originally drafted from cups and saucers and other everyday household items.
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