Jan and Jim Shore have a deep-rooted appreciation for the artistry and storied history of quilt making and the tales behind their unique designs. In Quilting Legacy, they explore what many believe to be the golden age of quilting-the American Civil War. Inside this book, you'll find tips, inspiration, and practical guides for recreating quilt patterns that have shaped one of America's favorite pastimes. Included is a gallery of examples from some of the most creative and historical quilting patterns they've acquired. Over the years, quilts have undergone a radical shift. What started as the stitching of old fabrics for practical reasons became a way to pass down entire portions of a family's legacy. Quilting Legacy is a look back at the fabulous and fashionable quilting techniques that blazed the trails between then and now. The Civil War period yielded a surprising variety of colors and patterns, many of which still have modern appeal.

Join Jan and Jim Shore as they highlight some great quilts of the past-and teach you how to stitch together some new history of your own! Featured Inside: Complete quilting instructions, from choosing patterns to setting up your machine's proper stitch length, High-quality photographs of real Civil War quilts and modern reproductions, Step-by-step guides on classic quilt patterns like "Nine Patch" or "Churn Dash," as well as interesting variations, Specific cutting and stitching instructions, appealing to quilting enthusiasts and beginners alike, Tips for selecting and buying classic quilting tools like sewing scissors and quilt rulers.