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Quilts Among the Plain People
Discover why so many Amish and Mennonites, committed to a simple life, make beautiful quilts. This book looks at quilting in plain communities and the possible origins of quilt patterns popular among the Amish and Mennonites. Why do so many Amish and Mennonites who are devoutly committed to a simple, austere life make beautiful quilts? Why this splash of beauty? What are the favorite designs? How has quilting become a part of the very fabric of Amish and Mennonite life? What are basic how-tos of quiltmaking? "Quilting has survived among these frugal, simple people because a quilt is not only apiece of art. It is also functional."
World of Amish Quilts
Over 100,000 copies in print! A must for quilt collectors and anyone interested in folk art or Amish culture. "Exceptionally colorful and well researched." —Library Journal
Amish Crib Quilts
Shows a variety of traditional Amish quilts, describes the history of Amish quiltmaking, and describes the lives of children in the Amish community
Treasury of Mennonite Quilts
An extraordinary collection of dazzling quilts from Mennonite communities across North America. This deluxe quality book presents a variety of applique, patchwork, and elaborate crazy patch designs from the late 19th to the early 20th centuries. Some quilts follow traditional patterns; others are simply one-of-a-kind. All express the creative and innovative spirits of their Mennonite makers. All exhibit precision and fine attention to detail.
Treasury of Amish Quilts
A rich collection of colorful quilts gathered from Amish communities. What reviewers say— "A treasury indeed, this book has 179 excellent color photographs of quilts in patterns most favored by Amish women in Ohio, Indiana, and Lancaster and Mifflin Counties in Pennsylvania, before 1940." —American Quilter "A chart showing distinctive features of Amish quilts, comparing the color, fabric, and quilting techniques of various communities, is included. Recommended." —Library Journal "It's a book to return to often for inspiration and even meditation." —The Chattanooga Times "All quilts in the book are shown in color, the quality of which is excellent. That extreme care was observed during photography is evident; even the most intricate quilting design can be clearly seen. A Treasury of Amish Quilts will be a most valuable addition to any quilter's bookshelf."—Creative Quilting
Tips for Quilters
Quilting expert Rachel Pellman offers candid, clear hints that will be of value to both the novice and the experienced quiltmaker. Filled with shortcuts and practical knowledge, the book overflows with advice about the whole process of making a quilt--from selecting fabric to adjusting quilt templates to negotiating curves.
Amish Doll Quilts, Dolls, and Other Playthings
Show dolls, doll quilts, stuffed animals, blocks, and toy farm animals, describes the lives of Amish children, and briefly outlines the historical background of the Amish
Amish Quilts
Amish Quilt Patterns, which has sold more than 100,000 copies, offers full-size patterns of thirty of the more than two hundred quilts photographed in The World of Amish Quilts. Now, both books are available in one beautiful, inspiring volume. Quilters will relish in the beautiful, full-color photographs and then find templates in the actual sizes needed to make a full-sized quilt. Detailed drawings and diagrams throughout the book ensure accuracy and clarity for quilt makers. Praise for Amish Quilt Patterns: “An excellent pattern book, offering over 30 full-size patterns, step-by-step instructions and color suggestions to recreate the traditional charm of the antique masterpieces. This book also offers a variety of quilting templates to give your quilt that authentic Amish look.” —Quilting Today “Contains easy-to-follow patterns, instructions and fabric suggestions for making strikingly bold and dramatic quilts like the antique Amish masterpieces.” —American Bookseller
Small Amish Quilt Patterns
The perfect book for anyone who loves the bold colors and patterns of traditional Amish quilts, but finds a full-sized quilt too big or too time-consuming to make. With 30 classic Amish patterns perfectly resized for crib quilts and wall hangings. Anyone who loves the bold colors and patterns of Amish quilts, but finds a full-size bedcover too big or too time-consuming to make, will love this book. Small Amish Quilt Patterns includes quilting and piecing templates, plus detailed instructions for creating crib and wall-sized quilts in some 30 traditional Amish patterns. Color and fabric suggestions, quilting tips, and diagrams throughout the book are included to help recreate, in smaller size, the beauty of Amish quilts. Small Amish Quilt Patterns is a companion to the gallery book, Amish Crib Quilts, which pictures more than 200 quilts, all in the rich color of the original masterpieces. The patterns and quilting templates offered in Small Amish Quilt Patterns have been selected from the quilts shown in Amish Crib Quilts. Quiltmakers will find color and piecing inspiration in that volume by seeing what early Amish quiltmakers created with the same patterns.
The Best of Salads
One in a 12-volume set of miniature cookbooks! Recipes from the top selling cookbook From Amish and Mennonite Kitchens fill these inexpensive treasures. The recipes reflect wonderful food, the heritage of loving the soil and respecting honest labor, and tables laden with bounty. These small impulse items make delightful gifts! A gift envelope available with each miniature cookbook. The choice food today for nutritionally conscious eaters, salads have been on the menu in Pennsylvania Dutch homes as long as meat and potatoes. Here are salads to serve as a vegetable, a main dish, or nearly a dessert. All offer an inviting, light taste. All marry nature's flavors in a refreshing fashion.
