Barbara Brackman's Encyclopedia of Applique: 2000 Traditional and Modern Designs, Updated History of Applique, Five New Quilt Projects! [Paperback]

Barbara Brackman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 16, 2009

Treasure trove of 19th- and 20th-century applique patterns, newly updated, includes 2000 applique designs and 5 quilt projects.

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About the Author

Barbara Brackman has written numerous books about quilts and the history of quilts and fabrics. She also designs reproduction fabrics, is a consultant for museums, and a member of the Quilter's Hall of Fame.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: C&T Publishing (September 16, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571206515
• ISBN-13: 978-1571206510
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #365,688 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Essential Book for Quilters, September 16, 2009

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P. Tucker (San Jose, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Barbara Brackman's Encyclopedia of Applique: 2000 Traditional and Modern Designs, Updated History of Applique, Five New Quilt Projects! (Paperback)

I cannot tell you how pleased I was to see that this book has been re-released. The first part of this book contains Barbara Brackman's essential work which includes the cataloguing of appliqué quilt patterns. It is clearly one of the corner-stones for quilt design identification (along with her book "Encyclopedia of Pieced Patterns") and is used by textile scholars, museums, and quilters alike.

Not just for quilt historians, however, the book also includes patterns for five appliqué quilt patterns. They are pure inspiration for all quilters who want beautiful traditional appliqué patterns. But what I find extremely valuable as a quilter is the huge resource of appliqué block design ideas and border treatments. I'll be using my copy to help me with design ideas.

For many years this book was unavailable except on the secondary market, and the price was very high because of the great demand for this information. The fact that it is available again and at a reasonable price is wonderful news!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding reference, October 6, 2009

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Annette C. Fountain "quiltingsurgeon" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Barbara Brackman's Encyclopedia of Applique: 2000 Traditional and Modern Designs, Updated History of Applique, Five New Quilt Projects! (Paperback)

I recently purchased this book and am very pleased! She really helps us understand the evolution of all of our favorite quilt patterns and as an appliquist it is great to see her genius focused on applique. I have referred to her pieced encyclopedia time and time again and I anticipate using this volume just as often. The patterns in the projects are creative and I am looking forward to tackling one in all my spare time!!

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Reference Book for Applique, September 15, 2009

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5acre Designs "Mindy Peterson" (Spring Hill, Kansas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Barbara Brackman's Encyclopedia of Applique: 2000 Traditional and Modern Designs, Updated History of Applique, Five New Quilt Projects! (Paperback)

I have been waiting for this book to arrive and it does not disappoint! Everything from the gorgeous cover photo to the fabulous new patterns makes this book a terrific buy. It is a wonderful reference book for applique patterns beginning with a comprehensive section on the history of applique. If you are looking to identify and applique block, this is the book for you!