Vintage Quilt Pattern Book: Collector’s Dictionary of Names & Patterns by Yvonne Khin (1980)

A must-have reference for quilt lovers and collectors, this vintage The Collector’s Dictionary of Quilt Names and Patterns by Yvonne M. Khin is a comprehensive and beautifully illustrated resource.

Published by Acropolis Books in Washington, D.C., this oversized hardcover edition is packed with detailed pattern drawings and historical insight. Featuring over 2,400 quilt patterns organized by name and category, this book serves as both an artistic reference and a tribute to the ingenuity of early American quiltmakers.

Khin, a modern quiltmaker and researcher, spent over a decade compiling and illustrating these patterns, making this work a definitive guide for quilters, historians, and textile enthusiasts alike.

✨ Details:
• Title: The Collector’s Dictionary of Quilt Names and Patterns
• Author: Yvonne M. Khin
• Publisher: Acropolis Books Ltd., Washington D.C.
• Year: 1980 (First Printing, First Edition)
• Format: Oversized hardcover
• Dimensions: Approx. 8.5" x 11"
• Features: Over 2,400 quilt patterns with detailed illustrations
• Subtitle: The Definitive Resource to 2,400 Quilt Patterns by Category and Name with Complete Index
• Illustrated by Lwin

✨ Condition:
Very good vintage condition. Clean, tight, and square copy. No tears, stains, or yellowing of pages. No writing, highlighting, or marks. Spine is flat. No dust jacket. Not price clipped. A beautifully preserved copy.

✨ Perfect For:
• Quilters and textile artists
• Vintage craft and sewing enthusiasts
• Reference library collections
• Americana and folk art lovers
• Thoughtful gift for creatives

A richly detailed and inspiring volume that celebrates the artistry and history of quilting traditions.

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