Civil War Stories & Quilts Book Set

Capture the old-fashioned feel of quilts from the Civil War era with the Civil War Stories & Quilts Book Set. This set of books will give you a sense of history, heroes from the past, and the love of storytelling through quilts that are designed to captivate. 

Set includes:

• Beyond the Battlefield Book
• This all-new collection of patterns are inspired by quilts from the Civil War era
• The designers' make-do style comes to life in 14 quilts from small, simple tributes to larger quilts featuring hundreds of scrap fabrics
• Projects are paired with historical photographs and fascinating true stories of unsung heroines of the Civil War from women who disguised themselves as soldiers to others who became doctors, nurses, and even spies in order to serve
• Whether you're a fan of traditional designs, Civil War fabrics, or scrappy patterns, these stunning quilts are sure to inspire
• Every project has detailed instructions, full color photos, illustrations, and a materials list
• Authors: Mary Etherington and Connie Tesene
• Softcover; 80 pages
• Quilts of Love and Valor Book
• Touched by the tender, real life letters of Jacob and Emeline Ritner, a husband and wife separated by the Civil War, the author shares quilt patterns based on captivating stories the couple shared
• Tales of the battlefield, news from the home front, and love maintained through nearly four years of separation are captured in 11 antique style designs
• The designs are perfect for reproduction fabrics
• Excerpts from Jacob and Emeline's letters shed light on the inspiration behind each quilt giving you a sense of what lif was like for everyday people during that time
• The book offers tips on tools and techniques to use for reproduction quilts
• Every project has detailed instructions, full color photos, illustrations, and a materials list
• Author: Becky A. Wright
• Softcover; 80 pages