Barbara Brackman's Civil War Sampler: 50 Quilt Blocks with Stories from History
Witness Civil War history chronicled in quilt squares, discover more about the women behind them, and learn how to craft a quilt of your own.
Journey through a historic time in American history with Barbara Brackman, bestselling author and quilt historian. Barbara's book features fifty quilt blocks that commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Each block (most were first published in the 1930s) was selected for the symbolism its name lends to recounting stories from the era’s women. This compilation of quilt block patterns includes period photos and first-person accounts. Choose from pieced or appliquéd blocks, each in two colorways with instructions for 8” and 12” sizes. Dig into your reproduction fabrics and enjoy combining blocks to make your own tribute quilt.
“This is another lovely book of Barbara’s to add to the collection.”—Australian Quilters CompanionReviews (176)
A "Must Have"
Until the recent "Civil War Reproduction Fabric" craze I had no interest in the Civil War. This is the 3rd book with Civil War quilt patterns that I have purchased and it is the BEST ONE!! The instructions for the 50 blocks are for 8" and 12" blocks, so the variations are unlimited. The pictures of the blocks are paired up with a short history of the block and a picture or photo of some historical event, person or item; hence really giving meaning to the quilt. The book provides an unique index of 3 categories: Quilt blocks, Stitchers, and Content --which lists the historical persons and places referenced in the book. The photographs of the blocks are so well done that you can actually see which fabric was used. Barbara Brackman does not disappoint!!
Great Book
I loved the information that was presented with each block. I teach quilting at my local library and my students wanted to make a sampler from this book with its history when I showed them the book. They all wanted to buy the book as well because of the beauty of the blocks and the wonderful way the information was presented. This book is worth adding to your own library.
PLEASANT SURPRISE.
Although I had seen many of the quilts in this book, it did not prepare me for the interesting stories MS Brackman revealed in this book. If you like to quilt,or just like the history of quilts, then this book is for you. Well researched and well presented. Did not realize some quilts had so many different names during different time periods.
I made a beautiful king size quilt
When I bought the book I did not know there were no sewing instructions. I found sewing instructions online and they were not very clear and a few were wrong. As a beginning quilter I wanted a challenge. I made a beautiful king size quilt, but am very disappointed that there were no sewing instructions. It is a nice history book, but it should be sold a quilting book. I would not recommend this for quilters.
How do I get a refund?
Very upset at the contents which did not cover a Sampling of the Civil War (Union and Confederate). The title and description of the contents is far from accurate. Very disturbing that nearly the entire book only has southern women and blocks. With the title Civil War Sampler the blocks and narrative should have both Union and Confederate patterns and stories. How can I get a refund? Susan C.
Great background information on Civil War blocks
I enjoyed reading the historical significance of the various blocks in this book. I wish she had included a better way for cutting out and piecing though. It's much easier to cut larger squares with the two fabrics needed for half square triangles for instance.
Wonderful quilt square book
I bought this book and immediately went to work on the squares. I really enjoyed te history included in the book about the civil war. Barbara Brackman is very knowledgeable and makes the civil war struggles come to life. The block instructions were very easy to follow. Vi had no problem at all making my 50 blocks although I did not make the last few really complex blocks but instead substituted three other blocks from her website. I you have a stash of civil war fabrics, this is definitely a book that should be added to your library.
Not my favorite Civil War pattern book
I wish Barbara had directions for the construction the blocks. Some are very simple and easy but some are a lot more tricky. The star has Y seams and very tricky to sew. The blocks are pretty much Civil War reproduction and classic blocks but some are quite different. Some of her cutting instructions are very confusing.
I love it!
I love it!! I have not been able to leave it alone. I have read every one of the stories and have enjoyed all the interesting facts, some I have never heard before. As far as the quilt blocks go, I have already made 4 of the different blocks and I have more cut out to put together. I would recommend this book to any quilter!!
a great gift love everthing about it
a great gift love everthing about it ... the pattern and directions,illistrations I love the stories of the era and look forward to more quiet time reading after the holidays a perfect gift for someone interested in quilt history
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