quilting

A compilation of four previously published books on quilting.

While traveling west with her family in 1850, a young girl makes a patchwork quilt chronicling the experiences of the journey and reserves two special patches for her pet hen Josefina.

Projects: Beading, applique, country cross-stitch, nature crafts, painted woodworking, mini-quilts.

A pioneer mother lovingly stitches a beautiful quilt for her daughter Abigail; many years later another mother mends it for her little girl.

An introduction to the process of quilt making, including a history of the craft, sample quilt patterns, and directions for creating a children's book authors and illustrators quilt.

Examines quilts and quiltmaking as an artistic expression, handed down through generations of women.

Provides information about quilts and how they are made, features instructions for making a quilt and other quilted items, looks at different types of quilts, and includes fun facts and a time line.