Nine Patch: New Quilts from an Old Favorite

Enjoy this popular patchwork layout in 18 stunning, one-of-a-kind quilts The National Quilt Museum's annual New Quilts from an Old Favorite contest brings out the best in creativity from today's quiltmakers. Using the design potential of the traditional Nine-Patch as a starting point, quilters appl [...]
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Enjoy this popular patchwork layout in 18 stunning, one-of-a-kind quilts The National Quilt Museum's annual New Quilts from an Old Favorite contest brings out the best in creativity from today's quiltmakers. Using the design potential of the traditional Nine-Patch as a starting point, quilters apply their own creative talents to create a one-of-a-kind quilt that best expresses their interpretation of this much-loved block. Quilters describe personal inspirations and experiences while making their quilts. See original sketches, design problems and solutions, and specific techniques utilized in the construction process. This companion volume to the contest and exhibit celebrates 22 years of quilting excellence. Other titles in this popular contest series are Orange Peel, Sunflower, Burgoyne Surrounded, Sawtooth, Rose of Sharon, Dresden Plate, Seven Sisters, Monkey Wrench, Feathered Star, Tumbling Block, Bear's Paw, Storm at Sea, Kaleidoscope, Pineapple, Mariner's Compass, Ohio Star, Log Cabin, Double Wedding Ring, Baskets, Jacob's Ladder, and Carolina Lily.