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This free civil war quilt pattern from McCall’s Quilting is perfect for using any reproduction fabrics you have lying around in your quilt stash. Album quilt blocks have long been a favorite of quilters due to their unique look and size. Aim to use both light and dark quilt fabrics from your stash to imbue each quilt block with the memory of other quilts you’ve made. Common in the 19th century, these quilts often were made with scraps from shirts and dresses friends and family had discarded. Even if you aren’t a fan of civil war quilt patterns, this album patch free quilt pattern may end up changing your mind.

Do you like to work on civil war quilts or prefer to work on more modern quilts?

Link: http://www.mccallsquilting.com/mccallsquilting/articles/Free_Civil_War_Quilting_Pattern_Vintage_View___Album_Patch?bc=c
Source: McCall’s Quilting