Articles written by Patricia Cummings for
 The Quilter magazine
(formerly called Traditional Quilter)

The following is a list of articles about a variety of Amercan and International textile topics, as well as a few original design files prepared by Patricia Cummings. This is an index to just her articles that were published for All-American Crafts Publishing, Inc. However, she has written many other articles that have been published in other print publications.

This photo is proof that Pat does leave home on occasion. 1989 photo of Patricia Cummings standing with San Diego, CA buildings in the background.

Articles Published in The Quilter magazine, previously called Traditional Quilter

1. “Classic Quilt Blocks: T Blocks Revisited,” September 1999, 46-48.

2. “Acorn and Oak Leaf Block,” January 2000, 60-61.

3. “Covered Bridge in the Winter – Fabric Postcard,” March 2000, 14-16.

4. “Anvil Variation,” May 2000, 56-57.

5. “Gay 1890s Mini,” July 2000, 50-51.

6. “Dresden Plate Doily,” September 2000, 60-61.

7. “Hexagon Charm Quilt,” November 2000, 18-21.

8. “Jacobean-Style Table Runner,” March 2001, 66-68.

9. “A Master Craftsman's Journey,” May 2001, 60-62.

10. “Little Yo-Yos,” May 2001, 68-69.

11. “Antique Faux Doll Bed Quilt,” July 2001, 62-64.

12. “Unraveling a Mystery: The Sarah Nunn McCrea Quilt,” September 2001, 64-67.

13. “Crazy Quilts in America,” November 2001, 78-81.

14. “The Gossips: A Nineteenth Century Enigma,” March 2002, 76-79.

15. “Louisiana Commemorative Crazy Quilt Block,” May 2002, 36-39.

16. “North Carolina Lily Quilt,” July 2002, 84-85.

17. “Feedsack Phenomena,” September 2002, 64-67.

18. “Redwork: Something Old is New Again,” November 2002, 96-99.

19. “Hot” Collectibles: Antique Irons,” Winter 2003, 66-68.

20. “Coverlets from the 30s,” January 2003, 64-67.

21. “Unfinished Quilt Tops and Blocks,” March 2003, 70-74.

22. “A Visit to Portsmouth: the Antique Quilts of Strawbery Banke Museum,” May 2003, 62-66. (correct spelling of museum name).

23. “Victorian Trade Cards,” July 2003, 98-102.

24. “Blocks Inspired by the Bible: Part I,” September 2003, 68-70.

25. “Blocks Inspired by the Bible: Part II,” November 2003, 112-114.

26. “Gifts from the Heart (Crazy Quilt Miniatures), Christmas 2003, 80-82.

27. “The Mill Girls of Spindle City,” January 2004, 74-78.

28. “Quilt Block Tributes to Our Ninth President: William Henry Harrison,” March 2004, 92-95.

29. “Gunboat Quilts,” May 2004, 82-84.

30. “Willimantic and Sharon: Textile Tales of Old Connecticut,” July 2004, 96-100.

31. “An American Quilt Myth:  The Secret Quilt Code of the Underground Railroad,”  September 2004, 72-75.

32. “Molas: Indigenous Wearable Art of the Kuna Indians,” November 2004,
    86-90.

33. “Stocking Tales,” - Christmas Stocking of Patricia's own design, plus a Christmas story, Holiday Issue, 2004.

34. “Martha Washington's Needlework,” January 2005, 74-77.

35. “Making a Difference, One Quilt at a Time, Home of the Brave Quilts,” January 2005, 27.

36. “Quilts and Needlework with a Political Association, Part II,” March 2005,
    84-88.

37. “An Old Sturbridge Village Quilting Party,” May 2005, 102-105.

38. “Exploring New England's History: Quilts at the Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm,” July 2005, 54-58.

39. “Real or Fake? Guidelines for Purchasing Authentic American Antique Quilts,” September 2005, 82-85.

40. “Presidents, Parties, and Politics Celebrated in Quilt Blocks,” November 2005, 68-71.

41. “Craft Adventure 2005,” January 2006, 76-78.

42. “A Tour of Storrowton Village,” March 2006, 76-78.

43. “Toile de Jouy,” May 2006, 78-81.

44. “Kewpie Dolls and Needlework: A Fascinating Link,” excerpt from Redwork Embroidery and Needlework Traditions in Europe and America,” a book by Patricia Lynne Grace Cummings (Concord, NH: Quilter's Muse Publications, 2006), July 2006, 70-72.

45. “In Praise of Miniature Quilts,”September 2006, 82-85.

46. “Simple Gifts: The Shakers in America,” November 2006, 88-92.

47. “Little Tree Skirt,” a Christmas decoration designed by Pat Cummings, perfect for apartment dwellers who do not wish to have a large tree, or for hospitals, etc. Holiday 2006 issue, 92-94.

48. “After the Taliban: An Embroiderer's Life in Afghanistan/Helping the Women of Afghanistan – Rubia: An International Outreach Project, January 2007, 52-55.

49. “A Place in the Land: The Billings Farm & Museum,” This article is about a working farm in Vermont that doubles as a history museum for agricultural implements and which has ongoing educational programs and an 1890 farmhouse. In addition, there is an annual quilt exhibit. March 2007, 68-71.

50. “World Quilt Show – New England 2006.” Review of the International Quilt Show managed by the Mancuso Brothers. May 2007, 94-97.

51. “Bundling: A Courtship Ritual with Ancient Roots,” July 2007, 86-88.

52. “Bluework: Classic Expressions in Blue Thread, September 2007, 88-92.

53. “Bluework: Classic Expressions in Blue, Part II,” November 2007, 110-113.

54. “War and Remembrance: A Christmas Pillow from World War II,” Holiday Issue 2007, 94-97.

55. “World War II Sweetheart Pillows,” January 2008, 92-95.

56. “Cheater Cloth: A Long Standing Tradition,” January 2008, 40-43.

57. “This is New Hampshire! Four Generations of Needlework from the Lewis Collection,” May 2008, 92-96.

58. “Quilts of the Matthew Harvey Homestead and Muster Field Farm Museum,” July 2008, 82-86.

59. “The Amazing Quilt Charts of Ellen E. Webster,” September 2008, 92-96.

60. “A Crazy~Quilt Celebration of “The Mikado,” November 2008, 116-119.

61. “Magnificent Military Pillow Covers from World War I,” January 2009, 92-95.

62. “Collectible Aprons of the Twentieth Century,” March 2009, 100-103.

63. “Handkerchiefs: Miniature Works of Art,” May 2009, 92-95

64. “Folk Art Expressions: Hmong Needlework (Part 1), July 2009, 80-84.

65. “Folk Art Expressions: Hmong Needlework (Part 2), September 2009, 88-91.

66. “Three Centuries of Decorative Pillow Making," November 2009, 90-93

67. "The Lobster Claw":  A Family Quilt with Mysteries," January 2010,
    86-88. Available in November 2009.

68. TBA - March 2010 - in "Art" department

69. TBA - May 2010 - submitted

The Quilter magazine may have some back issues of the magazines listed above, particularly, if they are recent ones. However, some have sold out entirely. Encourage your public library or local quilt club to subscribe to the magazine so that you will not miss a single issue!

This list compiled by Patricia L. Cummings, quilt historian, certified master craftsman in quilting, quilt judge, and quilt designer, author, and instructor. The year 2009 finds her tidily at home, working on projects, and dreaming up research ideas to bring you more quality articles and books.  November 2009.

Questions? Write to: pat@quiltersmuse.com

pat@quiltersmuse.com

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