A Communion of the Spirits : African-American Quilters, Preservers, and Their Stories
by Roland L. Freeman
review by L.
This is a book to read. Contains fascinating stories of the quilters themselves, and
wonderful photographs in full color of both the quilts and the quilters. For people
interested in the story behind the quilts, the history of the average (in this case
African-American) woman, this book is a treasure.
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More Projects & Patterns : A Second Collection of Favorite Quilts : Narratives,
Directions, and Patterns for 15 Quilts
by Judy Florence
review by L.
This book contains a narrative about each quilt pictured and gives instructions. It
discusses how the quilt came to be made, its pattern, why it's successful, and other
information which should interest a person who might want to make that quilt. The
illustrations are very nicely done. The full-size pattern does not include the seam
allowance; however, the instructions are good and easy to follow. While many of the
patterns are available elsewhere, there are a few unusual ones that make the book worth
purchasing.
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