American Doll Quilts

Capture a piece of the past for a special child--or for the child within! From teaching first-time sewing skills to giving gifts to last a lifetime, you can celebrate a sweet, centuries-old American tradition by re-creating antique doll quilts. Create 16 designs representing doll quilts made during different periods in American history, including the Civil War and Victorian eras Choose from a medallion quilt, a friendship pillow, and other simple projects in sizes up to 19" x 25" Discover the unique traits of each historical period, plus how to fashion an authentic antique look with reproduction fabrics Re-create a tiny tradition in American quiltmaking!

Doll quilts are little gems—microcosms of quilt history." So writes author and quilt historian Merikay Waldvogel in Childhood Treasures: Doll Quilts By and For Children. This lovely book showcases 80 doll quilts, made from 1830 through the 1950s. All are selected from Mary Campbell Ghormley's collection, possibly the largest private collection of doll quilts in the world, numbering more than 300 doll quilts. All doll quilts tell a story that begs to be retold, says Waldvogel. She sets out to reveal these gems' hidden truths, looking for clues in each quilt's fabrics, style, pattern, piecing, and stitching. This may be the first book to study doll quilts in this depth. This informative book is for anyone interested in antiques, miniatures, quilts and needlecrafts, dolls, and decorative arts. These doll quilts have an irresistible charm, captured graphically in the book's rich color photography. This book is a visual and historical treasure.

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Sew vintage-inspired doll clothes with “great step-by-step photos . . . and lots of tips on how to make your outfit come out looking great” (Generation Q Magazine). Create fashion-forward outfits for today’s 18” dolls! Whether you’re sewing for your own dolls or the little doll lover in your life, these mix-and-match styles offer unlimited possibilities! Sew tiny garments inspired by vintage styles, including a buttoned blouse, party dress, and scallop-hem skirt. Sewing enthusiasts who already know the basics can build a complete wardrobe from nine basic patterns. You’ll also find techniques for hemming sleeves, adding ruffles and trims, and modifying patterns for additional looks.

Quilts of all sizes and styles are featured in this how-to manual that includes instructions and patterns for eight projects that improve and advance skills. The book details seven different time-saving techniques--machine appliqué, hand appliqué, paper piecing, templates and paper-pieced Dresdens, bias stems, quilt-as-you-go, and foundation piecing--with complete tutorials on each one, full-color diagrams, and beautiful color photographs. Customizable with color selections for those who have trouble choosing materials, alternate fabric choices, and eight size options, including lap size, the quilts can be made as matching sets for a child and her doll. The variety of styles ensures that there's something for everyone, and skill levels range from beginner to advanced.

Sew darling dresses, tops, bottoms, and accessories for 14” dolls Craft a closet full of the exact looks you love... in miniature! Delight the doll lover in your life when you learn to stitch 7 basic garments and 46 variations, sure to inspire for creative play. These simple yet stylish patterns are drafted specifically for 14 1/2'' dolls, though most will fit a variety of brands in the 14'' to 15'' range. From vintage party dresses to cozy pajamas, raglan tops, and summer shorts, these tiny garments satisfy each season and special occasion. No matter your skill level, you'll love these quick-to-sew garments and more advanced projects, many of which can be made from a single fat-quarter. Skirts, tops, totes, dresses, pajamas and more! Sew sweet separates for the 14” doll lover in your life Beginners and proficient sewists can grow their skills while customizing doll attire Most items can be sewn with a single fat quarter, favorite fabric bits, and trims

A wealth of information on pieced and appliqué crib quilts: their history, 156 full-color photos of 19th- and early-20th-century creations, patterns and instructions for 13 charming covers, more.