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Feedsacks! Beautiful Quilts from Humble Beginnings [Paperback]

Edie McGinnis (Author)

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Publication Date: October 16, 2006

Edie McGinnis explores the history of feedsacks and their importance in times of need and war. This book is chock full of information about textile bags and includes over 600 examples of feedsack prints from Edie's collection. We'll tell you how to reproduce antique quilts such as Ozark Cobblestones, King's Crown, Tulip Wreath and Flower Basket as well as some newly-made quilts using old feedsacks and reproduction prints. Projects from the era are also featured, including crocheted medallions, potholders and embroidered tea towels.

#outer_postBodyPS { display: none; } #psGradient { display: none; } #psPlaceHolder { display: none; } #psExpand { display: none; } Edie McGinnis explores the history of feedsacks and their importance in times of need and war. This book is chock full of information about textile bags and includes over 600 examples of feedsack prints from Edie's collection. We'll tell you how to reproduce antique quilts such as Ozark Cobblestones, King's Crown, Tulip Wreath and Flower Basket as well as some newly-made quilts using old feedsacks and reproduction prints. Projects from the era are also featured, including crocheted medallions, potholders and embroidered tea towels.

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Product Details

Paperback: 126 pages
Publisher: Kansas City Star Books (October 16, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1933466189
ISBN-13: 978-1933466187
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.2 x 6 inches
Shipping Weight: 10.2 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #463,648 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, May 24, 2007

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I lecture on feedsacks and the historical aspect of this book is wonderful. The quilts featured are ok, but they aren't why I bought this book. The factual data more than met my expectations

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4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Quilts from Humble Beginnings, March 19, 2007

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I liked this book because of its colorful, informative content. The pattern directions are easy to follow. The templates are precise and easy to trace or copy to make the quilts in the book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Feed-Sacks! A must have for the vintage fabric lover!, September 29, 2007

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This book is GREAT! Wonderful history, great patterns that have helpful hints. If you love vintage feedsacks and fabric, this is a must have for your collection!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Love those feedsacks.
Edie McGinnis has done it again! I love the thirtys look so this book is a keeper.

Published 21 months ago by Love to Quilt

5.0 out of 5 stars Feedsacks!Beautiful quilts from humble beginnings.
This book is just great! It covers the history on Feed sacks in an enjoyable and easy way to understand.It has lots of visual interest on the different feed sacks patterns. Read more

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