The Quilt That Grandma Made

Grandmas are magical and always have tricks up their sleeves. This grandma has a pair of magic scissors. On a quest to make the perfect gift for her granddaughter, she goes on a fantastic adventure collecting pieces of scenery to sew into a special quilt. Nothing is too hard for a determined grandma.

Grandmas are magical and always have tricks up their sleeves. This grandma has a pair of magic scissors. On a quest to make the perfect gift for her granddaughter, she goes on a fantastic adventure collecting pieces of scenery to sew into a special quilt. Nothing is too hard for a determined grandma.

Stitch it pretty! 16 projects for your family, friends, and home Fill your home with small works of art that embody the simple life. Start with 16 useful handmade gifts in the popular Zakka design style, then add adorable motifs pulled from everyday life. 35 charming designs are printed on iron-on transfer paper–have fun sketching them with bits of fabric and free-motion stitching. Customize a variety of bags, a fabric basket, a makeup roll, coasters, and more. You can even use images pulled from a photograph, a rubber stamp, or a child’s drawing! - 16 charming projects for your home using free-motion quilting and raw-edge appliqué - Choose from 35 adorable sketches, printed on iron-on transfer paper, for handmade gifts you’ll love to sew and share - Branch out and try sewing your own doodles (or your kid’s!), a stamped image, or a traced photo

Ten year old Mally Spencer can't stop crying. Her Grandma disappeared months ago and her family is falling apart. But then a chance discovery in Grandma's sewing room catapults Mally into the magical world of Quilst. Is this where Grandma went? In order to find her, Mally must not only overcome her fears: she'll have to become a Maker.

Tanya finds her grandmother sitting by the window one day surrounded by pieces of material. Grandma has decided to make herself a patchwork quilt to replace the old one her mother made her. This story covers the progress of the quilt.

Presents the text of Alice Walker's story "Everyday Use"; contains background essays that provide insight into the story; and features a selection of critical response. Includes a chronology and an interview with the author.

Alternating pages describe a young girl's life on a farm and how she made a patchwork quilt to capture memories of that life. Includes patterns and instructions for making a similar quilt.