The United States Patchwork Pattern Book: 50 Quilt Blocks for 50 States from Hearth and Home Magazine

Rating:
Summary: Sure it LOOKS good, BUT........
Review: I purchased this book to assist me in making better quilt blocks. However, I was very disappointed that block measurements were NOT given. Block patterns were supposed to be transferred to fabric, but did not include the measurements of each section. This was frustrating if you are a careful piecer and want to make sure each block is the correct size and don't like to trace. Instead, the piecer is forced to trace every section, which isn't practical for larger-sized quilts.

The lack of block dimensions made this book frustrating for me. I would recommend it only for people who like to trace, and don't mind the extra chore of photocopying the patterns, adding seam allowances etcetera before getting started.

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Summary: A QUILT FOR YOUR STATE
Review: THIS QUILT BOOK IS SIMPLE BUT INTERESTING BOOK. NORTH CAROLINA HAS A REAL PRETTY QUILT PATTERN AND TEXAS HAS THE STAR OF TEXAS OF COURSE, COLORADO HAS A PATTERN CALLED THE RISING SUN. WITH A LITTLE IMAGINATION USING YOUR OWN COLORS YOU CAN SEE SOME AWESOME QUILTING POTENTIAL!