Mckim Ruby Short (42 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This is one of the finest of all the available books on the making of patchwork quilts. The author is recognized as having been one of our country's leading authorities on this venerable art, and in this book she divulges many a secret that will assist you in making quilts of the highest quality.The book contains over 100 patchwork patterns, with complete instructions for cutting and sewing. All conceivable sorts of designs are diagrammed and carefully described: flower designs, rainbows designs, Irish chains, fish and bird and leaf designs. The book shows you, step by step, all the details of making each kind of quilt: it covers choice of pattern, piece vs. patch quilting, simple and complex quilts, choice of quilt materials, interlining materials, lining and thread materials, cutting and piecing, the applique process, various methods of setting together, quilt sizes, borders, scallops, flounces, valances, straight line and close shell quilting, methods of stamping, perforated quilting patterns, quilting the quilt, putting into frames, quilting in a small space, embroidery quilts, and many other topics.The book is written in an entertaining manner. The author weaves a great deal of rosy humor into the lining of her instructions, as well as some interesting facts about the history of quilting, quilt materials, patterns, and some really choice folklore about the origin of the highly ingenious names of the patterns: Monkey Wrench, Road to California, Lafayette Orange Peel, Drunkard's Path, and Crossed Canoes, to name a few.The book is not technical in any sense of the word. You can use it to make beautiful quilts provided only that you know the fundamentals of sewing.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. This is one of the finest of all the available books on the making of patchwork quilts. The author is recognized as having been one of our country's leading authorities on this venerable art, and in this book she divulges many a secret that will assist you in making quilts of the highest quality.The book contains over 100 patchwork patterns, with complete instructions for cutting and sewing. All conceivable sorts of designs are diagrammed and carefully described: flower designs, rainbows designs, Irish chains, fish and bird and leaf designs. The book shows you, step by step, all the details of making each kind of quilt: it covers choice of pattern, piece vs. patch quilting, simple and complex quilts, choice of quilt materials, interlining materials, lining and thread materials, cutting and piecing, the applique process, various methods of setting together, quilt sizes, borders, scallops, flounces, valances, straight line and close shell quilting, methods of stamping, perforated quilting patterns, quilting the quilt, putting into frames, quilting in a small space, embroidery quilts, and many other topics.The book is written in an entertaining manner. The author weaves a great deal of rosy humor into the lining of her instructions, as well as some interesting facts about the history of quilting, quilt materials, patterns, and some really choice folklore about the origin of the highly ingenious names of the patterns: Monkey Wrench, Road to California, Lafayette Orange Peel, Drunkard's Path, and Crossed Canoes, to name a few.The book is not technical in any sense of the word. You can use it to make beautiful quilts provided only that you know the fundamentals of sewing.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. This is one of the finest of all the available books on the making of patchwork quilts. The author is recognized as having been one of our country's leading authorities on this venerable art, and in this book she divulges many a secret that will assist you in making quilts of the highest quality.The book contains over 100 patchwork patterns, with complete instructions for cutting and sewing. All conceivable sorts of designs are diagrammed and carefully described: flower designs, rainbows designs, Irish chains, fish and bird and leaf designs. The book shows you, step by step, all the details of making each kind of quilt: it covers choice of pattern, piece vs. patch quilting, simple and complex quilts, choice of quilt materials, interlining materials, lining and thread materials, cutting and piecing, the applique process, various methods of setting together, quilt sizes, borders, scallops, flounces, valances, straight line and close shell quilting, methods of stamping, perforated quilting patterns, quilting the quilt, putting into frames, quilting in a small space, embroidery quilts, and many other topics.The book is written in an entertaining manner. The author weaves a great deal of rosy humor into the lining of her instructions, as well as some interesting facts about the history of quilting, quilt materials, patterns, and some really choice folklore about the origin of the highly ingenious names of the patterns: Monkey Wrench, Road to California, Lafayette Orange Peel, Drunkard's Path, and Crossed Canoes, to name a few.The book is not technical in any sense of the word. You can use it to make beautiful quilts provided only that you know the fundamentals of sewing.…

Trade paperback. Condition: Very good. 2nd Revised edition. Revised. 124 p. Dover Quilting. Audience: General/trade. No previous owner's name. Clean, tight pages. No bent corners. No remainder mark. SC 377.

paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

Soft Cover. Condition: vg. revised ed. Revised ed.; 140 b/w ils; index of patterns; 128 pages; 10.75" tall. Paperback.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Dover edition, first published in 1962. The book is in good condition with minor wear visible on the cover. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean and free from inscriptions. There is no dust jacket, as typical for trade paperbacks. The spine shows slight signs of shelf wear but remains sturdy. unknown (no dust jacket visible).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. --ALL INVENTORY 40% OFF in Sept--Unmarked. 101 patterns and cutting designs. 140 illustrations. Index of patterns. 128p. Measures 8x10.75 inches. Includes quilt name stories, cutting designs, material suggestions, yardage estimates, and definite instructions for every step of quilt making.…

Soft cover. Condition: Good+. No Jacket. Reprint Edition. G+/none, used pb, 124 pgs. Color illustrated, stiff paper wraps with white and black colored text on upper and black text on spine; edges worn; chipped spine. Interior pages clean, unmarked; bright. Includes patterns and instructions and Quilt Name Stories, Cutting Designs, Matterial Suggestions, Yardage Estimates, Definite Instructions for Every Step of Quilt Making. Binding is tight. Photographs, Illustrations (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

paperback. Condition: Good. Our copy has Copyright 1962. Book shows common (average) signs of wear and use. Binding is still tight. Covers are intact but may be repaired. We have 75,000 books to choose from -- Ship within 24 hours -- Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Paperback. Edges a bit worn, some minor traces of use, name on title page, still a good copy. Text in English. Please see description or ask for photos.

Wraps. Condition: VG/No Dustjacket. NY: Dover Publications. VG/No Dustjacket. 1962. Wraps. Patterne . Sm 4to., 125 pp. .

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. 101 Patchwork Patterns. Book.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Revised Edition; First Printing. Minor cover corner creases and shelf wear, lightly sunned spine, ink name dated Christmas 1977 to front endpaper. ; Undated but assumed c1977. Nice tight copy. Cover design by Carol Belanger. Large format book and priced accordingly. ; B&W Illustrations; 128 pages; 101 block patterns for American style patchwork, where the pieces are joined directly, not over paper templates in the English style. I was told as a child that this came about as each block was small enough to be sewn on the bench of a covered wagon, crossing the continent, whereas hexagon patchwork tends to be joined into a continous growing piece of work! The block vary from 5 to 20 inches wide in size, and are usually matched in colour across the whole quilt. It includes instructions and designs for quilting the finished item, and how much cloth each quilt will need. It includes stories of how the patterns were found and their history when known. This is a properly made book with sewn signatures and will lay flat for reading or photocopying the patterns. …

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

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Paperback. Condition: Good. No jacket. Dover Publications, [nd]. Paperback, 4to, 124pp, illust. Owner address label, minor highlights. A fair copy. 0486207730/0.4us . (Please note that our condition gradings are stricter than those of Abebooks and many other sellers. There may therefore be a discrepancy between this description and its listed condition grading).…

Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…