Take a Private Tour of a Premier Collection of American Quilts! "Collect with your heart, not your head" is the philosophy of these first-rate quilt collectors. The quilts they cherish may be classic designs or folk art, skillful or eccentric, and pristine or time-worn, making for a collection that is loved by all who see it. • Enjoy an intimate look at the International Quilt Festival collection, featuring over a century of traditional American quiltmaking • Read the stories behind 75 historic quilts dating from 1825–1940 • Learn about the fabric printing processes, quilting techniques, and popular patterns and colors of each era • 4 patterns for best-loved quilts from the book will be available separately, so you can re-create your favorite