Vintage-Style Quilts: 25 Step-By-Step Patchwork and Quilting Projects using New and Old Materials

Rating:
Summary: A selection of attractive projects, and nostalgic feel.
Review: What delightful vintage fabrics the author has!

Containing only 4 actual quilts, all of which are very simple and tasteful, the book mainly comprises using quilting for small projects.
There are 5 cushions and covers, very attractive projects using a variety of old fabrics combined with new, and loads of things in Household Linen - a variety of bags, table runners & tablecloths, and a hot water bottle cover.

Every project turns out beautifully, but not all of them are terribly useful. It depends on your focus. If you can be bothered, I note a lot of people like to make these sorts of little fiddlies and gift them.

I was very interested in the quilted pattern for the placemats - a delightful traditional japanese style.

There is a separate section for Gifts and Decorations containing yet more fiddly bags, and oddly enough, a garland. It's a row of fabric flags - cute but weird.
Additionally, there is a template for every project in the back of the book.

My feelings? I would have been disappointed to have purchased this book hoping for quilting inspiration or how-to's.

Purchase, being aware that it mostly comprises smaller projects than bedspread quilts, and most designs will not look as perfect without the old world fabrics employed by the author.

Still, a lovely book to browse through, and an inspiration to gather your own vintage fabric repertoire.
Kotori '2004