Victorian & Antique Crazy Quilts and Reproductions

Victorian Crazy Quilts by Betty Pillsbury
A photo rich history of Victorian Quilts.

Crazy Quilt Piecing by Kimber Pekora
A primer for creating sew & flip CQ blocks.

Lace Fan Motifs by Stephanie Novatski
Lace fans add a perfect touch to your CQ creation.

Porcelain Charms by Christina Pirnie
These detailed porcelain charms make a wonderful addition to CQ.

Printing on Fabric With a Laser Printer by Lynn Schoeffler
A thoroughly modern look at how to create fabric prints, such as reproduction cigarette silk.

Fast Fun & Easy Fabric Boxes Eight Great Designs - Unlimited Possibilities by Nora Creeach

More Amazing Quilted Photography by Nora Creeach
 

Blast from the Past:

Classic Article Reprints:

Easy Beaded Dragonfly by Betty Pillsbury
A simple but effective bead motif.

Beaded Paisleys by Suzanne Surfass
These bead motifs makes powerful statements in CQ.

Easy Appliqué Pansies  by Lilla Le Vine
Pansies are a a perennial favorite with Crazy Quilters.

Victorian Pincushions by Suzanne Bruno
Pin cushions were often functional items made decorative by Victorian women.

Crocheted Lace Trim by Pam Porter
A modernized pattern from 1917, suitable for use in any CQ project.
 

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Projects, Techniques & CQ News:

Hot Pad Scissors’ Holder  by Jenny Clark
Transform a simple hot pad into a decorative yet functional case for your scissors.

Velvet Strawberry Needle Sharpener Fob by Pat Winter
Create this lovely little accessory for your favorite pair of scissors.

The Right Stitch by Lynn Schoeffler
Knotted Buttonhole Stitch is a great choice as a seam treatment.

Crazy Quilted Hair Comb by Pat Winter
Turn a plain comb into a CQ work of art.

BOI: Block of the Issue by Jenny Clark
This pattern creates a random vintage patchwork design.

KREINIK Iron-on Threads  by Pat Winter
A guide for working with these wonderful iron-on threads.

Tea Time - A Victorian Pleasure by Linda Gibbs
A dimensional tea pot floral project.

Dyeing With Kool-Aid 101 by Gwen Frazier
Kool Aid makes a great dye.

Sleep with the Angels - Part 2 by Barbara Blankenship
Check in on the progress for this charity quilt.

Friendship Tapestry Project Update by Pat Winter
A successful conclusion to a group donation to the Friendship Tapestry,.

An Experiment on Silk with Easter Egg Dyes by Alanna Heaton
Over-Dyeing Silk Ribbon with Easter Egg Dyes by Stephanie Novatski
Easter Egg Dye isn't just for boiled eggs any more!

Ott Lites and Me by Nancy Combs

I Love to Shop by Kathy Kansier

Verana Update by Rita Goff

Editor's Notes by Nora Creeach
A word or two from our esteemed editor about our latest issue.

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