Last week I went to the Wyndham Quilters (in Werribee, Vic) Quilt-In. A great day with friends Jenni, Judy, Wendy. Corliss Searcy from Threadbear in Castlemaine was the speaker and she bought along some of her fabulous antique quilts from her family's collection. Such eye candy, unfortunately my camera wasn't working very well and the photos didn't come out.
Corliss also had her 'shop' there and of course I had to explore! I purchased these two absolutely fabulous books -
This first one 'A Schoolgirl's Work' is a collection of embroidery samplers worked by (of course) school girls spanning the years from 1710 to 1841 and the girls' ages are from 7 - 19 years. A stunning book if you like antique stitcheries and samplers, together with a little bit of history about the girls.
The second book 'When the Cold Wind Blows' is a collection of beautiful applique quilts. The authors show two variations of each quilt.
Corliss also had her 'shop' there and of course I had to explore! I purchased these two absolutely fabulous books -
This first one 'A Schoolgirl's Work' is a collection of embroidery samplers worked by (of course) school girls spanning the years from 1710 to 1841 and the girls' ages are from 7 - 19 years. A stunning book if you like antique stitcheries and samplers, together with a little bit of history about the girls.
The second book 'When the Cold Wind Blows' is a collection of beautiful applique quilts. The authors show two variations of each quilt.
Both of these books were written and produced by Barb Adams and Alma Allen of Blackbird Designs and are beautifully presented and printed. Wonderful treasures to have in one's library.
2 comments:
Joy,
The first book looks like real gem!
Judy B
They both look lovely books - hard to resist! Sorry to hear of your blog photo problem - have enjoyed catching up with your blog - just love your hexagon quilt. It looks gorgeous on the bed - well done.
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