For Keeps: Meaningful Patchwork for Everyday Living

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 inspiring 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