Prairie Flower: A Year on the Plains (Paperback)

~ Barbara Brackman (Author) "MANY OF THE WOMEN encountering the prairie 150 years ago were passing through, bound for other Western places, especially Oregon and California..." (more)
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Product Description

Renowned quilt historian and author, Barbara Brackman presents her designs in the " Prairie Flower" series - Bittersweet, Dandelion, Wood Sorrel, Sweet William and more. A total of 12 applique patterns, plus three unique border patterns. Explore each pattern through the eyes of the pioneer women who lovingly wrote of the flora as they sought new lives on the prairie. A wonderful blend of instruction and history! Also included: five finished quilts with fabric discussion, a related reading list and practical tips for fast, accurate patchwork.

Product Details

• Paperback: 120 pages
• Publisher: Kansas City Star Books (October 2001)
• ISBN-10: 0971292000
• ISBN-13: 978-0971292000
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.8 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #559,372 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's good, but . . . , August 15, 2006

By	Quilterski "canoeski" (Central NY) - See all my reviews

Barbara Brackman has a well-deserved reputation for writing compelling histories of women and quilting. One of her earlier works is out of print and if you can find it, sells for many times its original price. This book is well written, the patterns are clearly drawn, and the text is enjoyable. But . . . I feel mildly disappointed. Of the 12 patterns given, I will actually produce one, maybe two, of them. Is that a flaw of the book? Probably not. The patterns appear to be of a more primitive style, so that if you are looking for finer applique, you may want to examine this book more thoroughly before buying it. I think I can adapt the patterns I like by reducing the thickness of the stems and adding more detail to the flowers, maybe even some embroidery. Yes, I'll keep it, but it won't be on the shelf with my favorite quilting books.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Resourceful Women, July 2, 2006

By	Hartley Bennett (Wiockenburg, Arizona) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Emphasises the hardships of the trail and the creative drive of the women who were moving west. Provides excellent patterns relevant to the historic environment.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I was looking for. , August 12, 2005

By	Michelle Ingalls Snodgrass (Grants Pass, OR) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

There are so many books available with applique and patchwork pieced flowers. However, this one has simple and elegant patterns that are historically based. Excellent resource for quilters that love gardening or flowers.