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Giveaway- Red and White Quilting: An Iconic Tradition in 40 Blocks

Leave a comment in today’s post by December 21st, 2017 and you are in the running for this bold and beautiful quilting book.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

Classic yet contemporary, red and white is one of the most iconic color combinations in quilting, inspiring designers, collectors, and major exhibits. In Red & White Quilting, award-winning quilter Linda Pumphrey celebrates this popular pairing with 40 pieced and appliqued blocks that can be mixed and matched to create eye-catching quilts, pillows, runners, and more!
 
From basic quilting and finishing techniques with tips on two-color quilting to working with fabric dies and choosing fabric and batting, Red & White Quilting offers a comprehensive guide to every aspect of this traditional quilting method. Plus, learn the history of “Turkey red” fabric, create your own red and white home decor with projects and patterns for 14 finished designs, and explore a gallery of historic red-and-white quilts for even more inspiration.
 
Create high-contrast designs with timeless style, Red & White Quilting has everything you need!

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  5. Making a red and white quilt has always been on my to-sew list. I’ve even made a few blocks, but it got stashed away in the UFO pile because I didn’t like them. This book would give me new inspiration!

  9. Two color quilts have been working their way to the top of my “to do” and this book looks like it is the inspiration I need!

  13. Two color quilts are just beautiful with the right pattern. Would love to try some of these patterns in the book.

  17. I think red and white quilts are the most stunning color combinations used in quilt making. I absolute love the combination! Having this book would be a joy. Thank you
    Gay

  18. Red and white quilts always look so festive during the holidays with a touch of green, remove the green accent and it will flow right into valentines day decor. I love them

  21. Love the contrast of red and white as can see patterns easier with that contrast. (Have macular degeneration)

  22. Red and White says Christmas and Valentines, and even Summer. I can’t wait to see what quilts patterns are offered in this book to fit my holiday decorating needs.

  26. The history of red dye in textiles is fascinating. Would love to check out this book and its striking patterns.

  29. Was just telling a co-worker about two color quilts and told her how fascinating I find red and white quilts!

  30. Red is my favorite color so it would be a treat to make myself a quilt from a pattern in this book.

  32. Red and white quilts are always eye catching! I love them and would like to have this book to make a few. Thanks!

  35. I have been collecting red and white fabrics for 2 years now. I have not found a pattern I like, yet…..?

  38. Such a beautiful book! I would love to win it and share it with my niece who has become a wonderful quilter!

  39. I can hardly believe I have not done a R/W quilt yet! I just love red and it’s simplicity with white in a classic block! This book looks amazing.

  46. Our guild challenge this year is to make something quilted using only red and white. I need this book! thanks

  49. LOVE the Christmas-y look of these beautiful quilts! Thanks for the opportunity to dream of making my very own. Merry Christmas!

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