Presidential Redwork: A Stitch in Time Book

Designed exclusively for the first presidential election of the new millennium, these redwork patterns of the 42 United States presidents are suitable for drawing, painting, embroidery, and quilting. Inspired by traditional History Quilts from 1910, the portraits have been updated to include presidents from Wilson to Clinton. Trivia buffs will especially enjoy the short biography provided for each president. Look for bonus patterns, such as the Liberty Bell, Capitol Building, a selection of American Eagles, and more. Various quilt settings are offered, along with ideas for using these icons of Americana. Perfect for Block of the Month Redwork Clubs, school projects, and embroidery enthusiasts! AUTHORBIO: Michael Buckingham has lived and traveled around the U.S. and Europe working as a graphic designer, illustrator, and cartoonist. Combining his interests in design, history, and quilting, he has created this unique book that quilters and their families can both enjoy. An avid sailor, Michael now resides in Western Kentucky's lakes area with his wife and two sons. AUTHORBIO: Helen Squires has been a quilt teacher, designer of quilting patterns, guest lecturer, auctioneer, and Q&A columnist for 30 years, and is well known for her six books in the Dear Helen series of quilting patterns. Helen began her publishing career as the "Dear Helen, Can You Tell Me....?" columnist for "Lady's Circle Patchwork Quilts" magazine in 1978 and published the first of her "Dear Helen" books in 1987. REVIEW: A reader from West Berlin, NJ says, "I saw this book and just had to have my own copy. A wonderful way to demonstrate to young geople the real power of America: The peaceful transfer of power."Read More