Review by Library Journal Review
A chance discovery of an unfinished patchwork quilt top at an antiques mall launched Casa's interest in vintage, heirloom, and timeworn textiles. The author's first book is a treasure trove of ideas for working with these fascinating materials, with a focus on repurposing older materials into usable works of art. Casa divides her book by type of textile, including unfinished patchwork, cutter quilts (those that are so worn, threadbare, or damaged that they can no longer be used as quilts), pillowcases and sheeting, and kitchen linens, such as tea towels and aprons. Each section contains both sewn and no-sew options, and many of Casa's ideas are clever and unexpected. Standouts include a child's doll made from Dresden Plate blades, a sweet and simple baby quilt composed of vintage sheets, and an iPad sleeve that blends vintage fabric and embroidery with modern technology. The directions are clear and well presented and the lovely photography provides both "glamour shots" of vintage textiles and full, detailed views of Casa's works. VERDICT Many crafters have vintage fabrics in their collections, but finding a way to preserve them in a functional manner can be difficult, making Casa's tips and tricks valuable. (c) Copyright 2014. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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