Commemorative American Quilts

Stitching Our Heritage from 1876 to Today

Sandra Sider & Pamela Weeks

Description

Quilts were not just lying on beds during America’s history; in fact, they were sewn specifically to celebrate all of the nation’s important birthdays, anniversaries and celebrations.

Sandra Sider explores the history of commemorative quilt making from the 1876 US Centennial to today, showing how it has acted as a tool for preserving stories, bridging cultural divides and celebrating important moments both local and national. Features include:

  • Overviews of commemorative quilting as it fits in with many of US history’s key time points
  • 200 photographs showing the history of and striking variations within the quilting art form
  • Explanations of how quilt making intersects with sociopolitical eras, such as the civil rights movement and the women’s rights movement

Details

  • Format
    Hardback
  • Pages
    256
  • Size
    280 x 220mm
  • Publisher
    Schiffer Publishing
  • ISBN
    9780764371318
Stock Code
260331
Our Price
$90.00
Coming soon – due June
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