Amish Wall Quilts 15 Brilliant and Beautiful Quilts - That Patchwork Place Author:Rachel Thomas Pellman Have you always loved the striking beauty of Amish quilts but couldn't find the time to make one? Unlike any other book out today, Amish Wall Quilts shows you how to make authentic replicas of Amish quilts on a reduced scale. Historian and quilter Rachel Thomas Pellman--a noted expert and author of many books on the Amish--shares her first-hand ... more »knowledge in this collection of glorious designs you can enjoy in today's modern settings. · Choose from 15 projects that capture the stunning patterns and vibrant, solid colors historically used by the Amish · Discover the distinct quiltmaking characteristics in three Amish communities, such as the free use of color in the Midwest and the emphasis on elaborate quilting in Lancaster County · Learn fascinating details about Amish culture, language, dress, education, and the ways in which Amish women use quilting as a source of creative expression Make your next quilt a vivid tribute to the true spirit of the Amish.« less