101 Patchwork Patterns

by Ruby S. McKim and Ruby McKin

Book Overview

This is one of the finest of all the available books on the making of patchwork quilts. The author is recognized as having been one of our country's leading authorities on this venerable art, and in this book she divulges many a secret that will assist you in making quilts of the highest quality.
The book contains over 100 patchwork patterns, with complete instructions for cutting and sewing. All conceivable sorts of designs are diagrammed and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486207730
• ISBN13: 9780486207735
• Release Date: June 1962
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.4" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

By a Quilter

Fine collection of patterns from the 30s by a Quilting Hall of Fame quilter. Ruby McKim inspired a generation.

101 Patchwork Patterns

I am new to quilting and am looking for books that will help me get started. I need clear and detailed instructions. This book is one of the best.

An Indispensable Book for Traditional Quilting

This book gives you accurate traditional patterns -- that is, you make templates and cut each piece separately, and then sew them all together into blocks. There is an excellent variety of patterns, and many are not well-known nowadays, so the experienced quilter need not fear that there will be nothing new to enjoy. At the same time, there is sufficient information for the absolute beginner.This book is from 1931, so of course it is not up-to-date. There is no mention of modern time-saving methods, and there is a certain quaintness to the text and pictures (maids in caps hold up the quilts, and the swastika pattern is presented with no self-consciousness). However, those who like the quilts of the early 20th century will value not only the patterns but also the color suggestions, which allow the quilter to make perfect retro quilts.And there is simply no better quilt book for the price.

One of the best Quilting books ever assembled

This Dover reprint of the classic quilting book by Ruby McKim is one of the best quilting books ever written. The book describes 101 block patterns in both patchwork and applique as well as two embroidered blocks. Scattered among the patterns are eight short, well-written chapters describing how to piece, quilt and applique. Originally written in the late 1920's and early 1930's the instructions are as good as ever and Ms. McKim's writing clear and pleasant. This is an absolute steal at this price. Another gem from Dover.