Dear Jane: the Two Hundred Twenty-five Patterns from the 1863 Jane A. Stickle Quilt Paperback – April 20, 1996

Brenda did an outstanding job of drafting the 225 blocks in the quilt. Each is accompanied by a small photo of the block from the quilt. While the photo is small, it is large enough to see the fabrics used in the original in case one wants to try to reproduce it. Throughout the book there are photos of quilts that others have made using some or all of the patterns. Some are made using reproduction fabrics and some are quite modern in style; very interesting to see. Also throughout the book is a running journal of sorts in the form of letters to Jane Stickle in which Brenda recounts her experiences with the quilt, with drafting the blocks and some very interesting historical tidbits. It should be noted that this is NOT a how-to book. There are some very general quilt making instructions and what Brenda found works for her in the introduction; the book was written presuming some knowledge and experience on the part of the reader. I found this to be a wonderful book documenting a true American quilt treasure.

All blocks in the Dear Jane quilt included in book. A lovely collection of blocks and Dear Jane quilts.Can be made with any fabric theme

The book is well more advanced to my skills, but I will try it out

It’s a great book for anyone who wants to make the Dear Jane quilt.

I love the patterns but paid for a brand spanking new 25th anniversary edition and received a used book that someone else had marked up on a couple of pages. Also the spine has been bent and has scuff marks. Do better with checking returns, Amazon.

An amazing quilt. Not for the faint of heart, but fun to read and dream about, but also not impossible. I love historical quilts.

Book shows each block close up and a template one could copy and use to make own blocks. I haven’t had time to go through entire book. Jane Sickle has an nteresting history

I love that it is a paperback book.

justo lo que esperaba

Muito bom. Já estou usando para confecção bordada.

This book is excellent for the experienced quilter. There is little instruction on how to do the blocks so you must have knowledge of English paper piecing and applique. Well worth the price to have a copy in your library of quilt patterns.

Adorei o livro e chegou em perfeitas condições.

très bien fait et expliqué