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Quilts and Afghans from McCall's Needlework and Crafts
Quilts and Afghans from McCall's Needlework and Crafts Author:Jane Ross (Editor) In Part I, the quilts reflect a spectrum of patterns, from the old favorite patchwork Bear Paw to a Country Christmas wall hanging; from the elegant Fan, reminiscent of "crazy" quilts, to the abstract geometrics of the Amish Diamond, from Heirloom's twenty traditional applique patterns to that best friend of generations of children... more », Sunbonnet Sue. Fourteen quilts in all.
In Part II, the afghans are crocheted or knitted. Patterns are varied enough to suit every taste and be attractive in any setting. For crocheters, there are picture afghans--playful kittens or nautical motifs -- and a lovely all-white afghan delicately decorated with a field of roses. For knitters, there is a sporty argyle patterns from Scotland and the lovely Irish Inishmore. There are eleven to crochet and five to knit.
All quilt and afghan projects are accompanied by explicit step-by-step instructions, many clear patterns and diagrams, and full-color photographs, all carefully designed to help you create something uniquely your own as easily and pleasurable as possible.« less