Civil War Fabrics Bring These Cozy Quilts to Life
Go Scrappy or Plan Around Color Themes!
Whether you love Civil War era quilts or just want to make a cozy homestyle quilt, you’re sure to enjoy this collection. Civil War reproduction fabrics were used in all the examples, giving the traditional patterns an authentic feel.
Every quilt is one we’d like to make. Here are some of our favorites from the 19 quilt patterns in the collection. They’ll provide warm and welcoming touches all through the house.
“Road to Victory”, 47 3/4″ x 59″
“Battle for Glory”, 51″ x 59 1/2″.
“Lady of the Lake”, 38″ x 38″.
“Crossroads”, 30 1/2″ x 30 1/2″.
“Line Up”, 50 1/2″ x 66 1/2″.
“Opposition”, 30 1/2″ x 30 1/2″.
“Quest for Freedom”, 51 1/2″ x 57 3/4″.
“President’s Pride”, 36 1/2″ x 36 1/2″.
“Brother Fought Brother”, 47″ x 55 1/4″.
“The Oaks”, 66 1/2″ x 66 1/2″.
“Buckwheat Star”, 64 1/2″ x 64 1/2″.
The collection includes quilts in several sizes and for quilters of all skill levels.
Give any of the quilts a scrappy look, or go for a planned color theme. Modern fabrics will be lovely, too, whether they be brights or muted hues.
The patterns are included in Civil War Remembered – 19 Quilts Using Reproduction Fabrics by Mary Etherington and Connie Tesene. The book is available as a paperback or for Kindle.
