For Keeps: Meaningful Patchwork for Every Day Living in Bloomington, MN

Quilts can tell lovely stories.
In her much anticipated first book,
For Keeps: Meaningful Patchwork for
Every Day Living
,
Amy Gibson teaches you how to make quilts today that will become family heirlooms – not because of their meticulous construction, but because of the stories they tell and the stories they will inspire.
17 fabulous projects are divided into two sections: Memory Makers and Memory Keepers.
The quilts are showcased throughout the book in over 100 inspiring and beautiful photographs
Memory Makers.
Quilts that are inspired by specific family activities such as:
Popcorn Please – a family movie night quilt
Once Upon a Time – a children's storybook pillow
Sunday in the Park – a picnic quilt
Hideaway –a tent quilt
Make a Move–a game-board quilt with bean bag game pieces, and many more
Memory Keepers.
These
i
nspiring designs foster new family traditions including :
Celebrate You – a quilted birthday banner
Love Letters – a quilt inspired by handwritten messages
Filmstrip – a photo quilt
Family Secrets – patchwork recipe binder
Tear Drops – a comforting vintage hanky quilt, and other sweet projects
Patchwork 101.
This section of the book includes instructional advice:
Construction basics
Helpful tips for quick and easy cutting and piecing
Beginner-friendly projects that are fun
Block-based designs that a quilter of any skill level can make
80 instructional illustrations to guide you