Indigo Quilts: 30 Quilts from the Poos Collection - History of Indigo - 5 Projects
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| Rating | : | 4.13 (929 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1617452432 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 136 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Kay Triplett is Curator for Quilt and Textile Collections, which manages the Poos Collection, one of the largest privately held quilt and textile collections in the world. Kay is a frequent writer for the quilt magazine Quiltmania and has authored several books.Lori Lee Triplett, Business Manager for Quilt and Textile Collections, has successfully combined a
The designs are fabulous and the photography is excellent. This book gives a solid history of the plant and the dye, and how it was used in various societies, and the research it footnoted for further study. The first section addresses transfer of indigo dye to the Americas beginning in the late 15th century, carried by people whom the Portuguese enslaved for the their knowledge of growing indigo and weaving indigo textiles. The projects come with full instructions and full-size templates. The sisters chose to focus on indigo, because, they claim, blue is the most popular color, and indigo is "the king of that color." Through most research focuses on India's role in Indigo cultivation, the Tripletts instead pay honorable–thought admittedly circum
The beauty of Indigo quilts is undeniable. Step inside the Poos Collection of quilts, one of the largest privately held collections in the world. Get inspired and make one of the gorgeous quilt projects using present day Indigo or reproduction fabrics.. Explore the origins of the fiber and fabric presented by two members of the American Quilt Study Group. Featuring stunning quilts circa 1750 to 1890
"Five Stars" according to Debra D. Beadel. Includes some great projects; can hardly wait to get started!. "Love this book!" according to Kathy. This book is a wonderful resource for quilters interested in indigo. I had borrowed from my local public library and finally purchased a copy. I scaled one of the quilt photos to create my own feathered star quilt pattern from one of the historic quilts pictured in the book.. great for research Amazon Customer Lots of historical background;great for research.Love the patterns.