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Pinecone Quilts: Keeping Tradition Alive, Learn to Make Your Own Heirloom Kindle Edition

by Betty Ford-Smith (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 out of 5 stars 89 ratings

Discover the rich history of Pinecone quilts, try your hand at five stunning projects with helpful tips, and learn how to create your own quilt.

Pinecone quilts, also known as Pine Burr, are made with folded triangles sewn side-by-side onto a foundation in concentric circles. Educator and quilter Betty Ford-Smith keeps the tradition of pinecone quilts alive by passing on the rich history of the Pinecone quilt and detailed instructions on creating your pinecone quilt. She shares her knowledge of Pine Cone quilting mastery and even some of her beloved teacher, Miss Sue, life’s anecdotes and cautionary tales given to her during their quilting lessons together.

·       Make five home decor projects with helpful tips to assist along the way

·       Learn the origins and inspirations of Pinecone quilts and their place in Southern and African American history

Browse through a gallery of student and author-made quilts and resources for learning more about African influences on Southern art
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    177 pages
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  4. Publication date
    July 25, 2023
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Betty Ford-Smith began making Pine Cone Quilts in 2004 under the apprenticeship of Miss Sue (Arlene Dennis), a 92-year-old African American woman in Sebring, Florida. After Miss Sue's passing in 2010, Betty went on to share the art form through lectures, exhibits, classes, museums, and consumer shows. pineconequilts.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C9L5LRP6
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ C&T Publishing (July 25, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 25, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 117.6 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 177 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 89 ratings

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Customers appreciate the book's gorgeous pictures and find it fun to read. Moreover, the instruction content receives positive feedback, with one customer noting the helpful tips and tricks for quilting projects. Additionally, they value the amazing quilt history and fascinating bit of history presented in the book.

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11 customers mention "Pictures"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pictures in the book, describing them as gorgeous, with one customer noting they are in full color.

"...It gives lots of full color pictures and detailed instructions for completing projects that range from pillows to quilts...." Read more

"...Project instructions are also included. The photography of these quilts is amazing, and the author's attention to the details of their origins is..." Read more

"This book has many beautiful pictures interspersed with text covering the rich cultural history of the Pinecone Quilt...." Read more

"...Well written and illustrated, the author introduces us to the amazing character of Miss Sue, her mentor and teacher. Well worth the read." Read more

11 customers mention "Readability"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the book fun to read, with one mentioning it provides great new ideas for quilts.

"...This book is fun to read because of the personal stories, and it is practical because of all the detailed instructions." Read more

"...While listed as a paperback, the book is beautifully produced with a sturdy cover. This book is long overdue, and deserves a place on our shelves." Read more

"...Well worth the read." Read more

"Great book for someone who makes quilt. Great new ideas for quilts" Read more

9 customers mention "Instruction content"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the instructional content of the book, finding it easy to understand with helpful tips and tricks, and one customer notes it is well-researched.

"...It gives lots of full color pictures and detailed instructions for completing projects that range from pillows to quilts...." Read more

"...and the author's attention to the details of their origins is well-researched and enlightening...." Read more

"...Instructions for quilting projects with tips and tricks are very helpful. What an inspiration." Read more

"...The pictures and ideas are well done. There is a bit of instruction, but I was hoping for more instruction and patterns...." Read more

7 customers mention "History"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's historical content, describing it as an amazing and fascinating bit of history, with one customer highlighting the thorough research behind the pinecone quilt.

"...One of my favorite parts was the author’s personal stories, especially the story of a woman named Miss Sue, who taught her the quilting..." Read more

"A very well- written book that covers the construction, history, and research behind the pinecone quilt. Project instructions are also included...." Read more

"...pictures interspersed with text covering the rich cultural history of the Pinecone Quilt...." Read more

"This book covers the history of pinecone quilts beautifully. The pictures and ideas are well done...." Read more

3 customers mention "Writing quality"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing quality of the book.

"A very well- written book that covers the construction, history, and research behind the pinecone quilt. Project instructions are also included...." Read more

"...Well written and illustrated, the author introduces us to the amazing character of Miss Sue, her mentor and teacher. Well worth the read." Read more

"This book is very well written and the quilts are beautiful...." Read more

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I have my quilt stand set up and I have been trying to pick some great fabrics to do one with. I really enjoyed reading the book as much as looking at the beautiful quilts.
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  • maink
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful quilting book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2023
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    I attended one of the author’s quilting classes in person, but I forgot some of the things I learned. This book is perfect because it fills in the details I forgot! It gives lots of full color pictures and detailed instructions for completing projects that range from pillows to quilts.
    One of my favorite parts was the author’s personal stories, especially the story of a woman named Miss Sue, who taught her the quilting technique.
    I absolutely love the three dimensional feature of these gorgeous quilts.
    Since the author lives in my hometown, I know that her quilts have been in the International Quilt Museum. So, I know that when I practice the quilting techniques in her book, I will be learning from a widely respected expert.
    This book is fun to read because of the personal stories, and it is practical because of all the detailed instructions.
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  • Thomas C.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2023
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    A very well- written book that covers the construction, history, and research behind the pinecone quilt. Project instructions are also included. The photography of these quilts is amazing, and the author's attention to the details of their origins is well-researched and enlightening. While listed as a paperback, the book is beautifully produced with a sturdy cover. This book is long overdue, and deserves a place on our shelves.
    10 people found this helpful
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Astonishing!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2025
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    This book has many beautiful pictures interspersed with text covering the rich cultural history of the Pinecone Quilt.
    Oh how I wish I had sat by the fire with Miss Sue!
    Instructions for quilting projects with tips and tricks are very helpful.
    What an inspiration.
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Deborah
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating bit of history, and you can try it yourself!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2023
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    A recent posting on YouTube let me into the world of Pine Cone [Prairie Points, Burr Cone, Cockelbur] quilting. I knew I had to get the book, and I'm glad I did. It's unlikely that I'll make a full-sized quilt in this technique, but I'm certainly going to make smaller blocks to include in some of my quilts. Well written and illustrated, the author introduces us to the amazing character of Miss Sue, her mentor and teacher. Well worth the read.
    5 people found this helpful
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  • Bb sew
    5.0 out of 5 stars Quilting
    Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2025
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    Great book for someone who makes quilt. Great new ideas for quilts
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  • Diana
    5.0 out of 5 stars The research history and how to make the quilt.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2025
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    I liked the photos.
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  • N Idaho Gramma
    4.0 out of 5 stars More of a history book
    Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2023
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    This book covers the history of pinecone quilts beautifully. The pictures and ideas are well done. There is a bit of instruction, but I was hoping for more instruction and patterns. I'll probably adapt and use my sewing machine instead of sewing them by hand. Lovely book.
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Seckmea
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating book
    Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2023
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    This was a fun easy read and it shared an amazing quilt history I had never before learned about. Gorgeous pictures, easy to understand technique. Highly recommended even if you don’t plan to make a pinecone quilt
    5 people found this helpful
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  • diane smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 4, 2024
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    Really well done and beautiful story and pictures.
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  • Maggi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Buch
    Reviewed in Germany on November 1, 2023
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    Ein schönes Buch mit Anleitung.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Really interesting
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 16, 2023
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    This book is a really good read as well as instructional. It tells a lovely story of the history of pinecone quilts and the people who have made them. AND includes well structured projects with excellent instructions. Marvellous!
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