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101 Patchwork Patterns (Dover Quilting)

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This Dover reprint of the classic quilting book by Ruby McKim is one of the best quilting books ever written. The book describes 101 block patterns in both patchwork and applique as well as two embroidered blocks. Scattered among the patterns are eight short, well-written chapters describing how to piece, quilt and applique. Originally written in the late 1920's and early 1930's the instructions are as good as ever and Ms. McKim's writing clear and pleasant. This is an absolute steal at this price. Another gem from Dover.

This book gives you accurate traditional patterns -- that is, you make templates and cut each piece separately, and then sew them all together into blocks. There is an excellent variety of patterns, and many are not well-known nowadays, so the experienced quilter need not fear that there will be nothing new to enjoy. At the same time, there is sufficient information for the absolute beginner.
This book is from 1931, so of course it is not up-to-date. There is no mention of modern time-saving methods, and there is a certain quaintness to the text and pictures (maids in caps hold up the quilts, and the swastika pattern is presented with no self-consciousness). However, those who like the quilts of the early 20th century will value not only the patterns but also the color suggestions, which allow the quilter to make perfect retro quilts.
And there is simply no better quilt book for the price.

This book would be a great gift for anyone interested in quilt history. Interesting information about quilt names, pattern colors, estimating yardage and size was available for almost all patterns in this book. I thoroughly enjoyed the stories about the names, the author's comments about methods and some challenging patterns, and the instructions using cardboard templates and quilting designs.

Fine collection of patterns from the 30s by a Quilting Hall of Fame quilter. Ruby McKim inspired a generation.

I am new to quilting and am looking for books that will help me get started. I need clear and detailed instructions. This book is one of the best.

CHECKED THIS BOOK OUT AT THE LIBRARY YEARS AGO. DID NOT REMEMBER THE AUTHOR. SIMPLY THRILLED TO FIND IT REMADE ANEW. A PERFECT RESOURCE FOR MY QUILTING BUSINESS. LOVE THIS BOOK. ALL THE TRADITIONALS WITH ENOUGH INFO TO START A NEW QUILT. THANKS FOR MAKING IT AVAILABLE. HELEN

If I had looked through this book in a shop I wouldn't have bought it. Didn't realise it was first published so long ago and all blocks are paper pieced. No colour pictures.