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Quilts among the Plain People

Rachel T. Pellman, Joanne Ranck

Publisher: Good Books

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Summary

The acclaimed quilt designer and author explores the traditions, patterns, and striking beauty of Amish and Mennonite Quilts. 
 
Though the Amish and Mennonite communities are committed to simplicity and austerity, there is a magnificent beauty in their colorful and exquisitely crafted quilts. In this book, Rachel Pullman looks at the history and importance of quilting in plain communities. She explores the possible origins of quilt patterns that are popular among the Amish and Mennonites, looking at both contemporary patterns and Amish quilts from long ago.
Available since: 12/01/1981.
Print length: 130 pages.

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