Stitching Together History
250 Quilts Commemorating the Commonwealth of Virginia
By Schiffer | Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
About the book
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America with 250 quilts that artistically express Virginia's contributions to our nation's history.
A quintessential part of American art and culture, quilting has long expressed our history. Now is the perfect time for art enthusiasts, quilters, and history lovers to enjoy these 250 new quilt interpretations focused on the state of Virginia's history.
The quilts, created by award-winning fiber artists and accomplished amateurs, reflect Virginia's 250 years in the US in a remarkable way. These stitched creations use fabric to highlight Virginia's nature, science, history, people, involvement in the Civil War, maps and boundaries, and more. From Ella Fitzgerald to Dave Matthews, from Chapstick to peanut farms, from the Underground Railroad to America's railroad industry, the quilts deliver a new perspective.
In conjunction with the prestigious Virginia Quilt Museum's mission to cultivate and preserve the quilting arts in Virginia, these quilts were expressly made for the US semiquincentennial. Grouped into themes of \"Power of Place,\" \"Unfinished Revolutions,\" \"Virginia Experiments,\" and \"We the People,\" the quilts capture history in a remarkable way, using countless types of fabrics, materials, styles, and interpretations. Now Virginia is not only for lovers but is also for marveling at our quilted history.
Editions of Stitching Together History
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780764370984
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Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America with 250 quilts that artistically express Virginia's contributions to our nation's history.
A quintessential part of American art and culture, quilting has long expressed our history. Now is the perfect time for art enthusiasts, quilters, and history lovers to enjoy these 250 new quilt interpretations focused on the state of Virginia's history.
The quilts, created by award-winning fiber artists and accomplished amateurs, reflect Virginia's 250 years in the US in a remarkable way. These stitched creations use fabric to highlight Virginia's nature, science, history, people, involvement in the Civil War, maps and boundaries, and more. From Ella Fitzgerald to Dave Matthews, from Chapstick to peanut farms, from the Underground Railroad to America's railroad industry, the quilts deliver a new perspective.
In conjunction with the prestigious Virginia Quilt Museum's mission to cultivate and preserve the quilting arts in Virginia, these quilts were expressly made for the US semiquincentennial. Grouped into themes of \"Power of Place,\" \"Unfinished Revolutions,\" \"Virginia Experiments,\" and \"We the People,\" the quilts capture history in a remarkable way, using countless types of fabrics, materials, styles, and interpretations. Now Virginia is not only for lovers but is also for marveling at our quilted history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stitching Together History about?
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America with 250 quilts that artistically express Virginia's contributions to our nation's history.
A quintessential part of American art and culture, quilting has long expressed our history. Now is the perfect time for art enthusiasts, quilters, and history lovers to enjoy these 250 new quilt interpretations focused on the state of Virginia's history.
The quilts, created by award-winning fiber artists and accomplished amateurs, reflect Virginia's 250 years in the US in a remarkable way. These stitched creations use fabric to highlight Virginia's nature, science, history, people, involvement in the Civil War, maps and boundaries, and more. From Ella Fitzgerald to Dave Matthews, from Chapstick to peanut farms, from the Underground Railroad to America's railroad industry, the quilts deliver a new perspective.
In conjunction with the prestigious Virginia Quilt Museum's mission to cultivate and preserve the quilting arts in Virginia, these quilts were expressly made for the US semiquincentennial. Grouped into themes of \"Power of Place,\" \"Unfinished Revolutions,\" \"Virginia Experiments,\" and \"We the People,\" the quilts capture history in a remarkable way, using countless types of fabrics, materials, styles, and interpretations. Now Virginia is not only for lovers but is also for marveling at our quilted history.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Stitching Together History?
History and Archaeology > History > History of the Americas
Where can I read a sample of Stitching Together History?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780764370984
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Stitching Together History?
Schiffer
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Stitching Together History is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780764370984)
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