Auction Block Quilts

Blending tradition with modern innovation, this title teaches quiltmakers how to "read" an antique quilt, recognize antique fabrics and even duplicate one-of-a-kind originals. The book includes instructions for 20 historically significant originals, with patterns, step-by-step photographs and detailed illustrations to aid the reader in creating a replica. The book also details how to determine the value of an historical quilt, with specific pricing information, useful for building a collection. "Auction Block Quilts" is divided into sections with historical information on quilts, advice on building a collection, a reference section and glossary, and advice on locating, evaluating, pricing and bidding. A final section provides a comprehensive list of suppliers' names and addresses to aid the quilter in finding just the right material for a particular project.