Inspiration...

My mom has an obsession; books. We were at her house for Easter weekend and I was reminded of just how many books she has in her house. I started to take pictures of all of them but I didn't want to be obvious. Here are a few (a very few).

The bottom part behind the doors is full as well.

On this particular bookshelf I found some goodies.

The set on the left is called American Country in which I found a book called Country Quilts. It's really more a history of quilts but it was very interesting. The set on the right is called Stitch by Stitch. It's from 1986, though I think many pictures are more reflective of the 70's. Some were funny because I recognized some actors. Like this guy...

I know I recognize him but I can't think of his name. It seems like he's a Soap opera actor, maybe British?

I did have fun looking back through the old books though. Even though I consider myself a more modern quilter, I really got inspired by several of the quilts in the Country Quilts book. These are all beautiful examples:

I love this one. It's an Amish quilt called Broken Star, and though it looks new, it's from the 1920's.

I love finding things that inspire me to create. I actually created a new pattern this weekend while I was at my mom's. Someone else may have created it before; but, for now, it's mine.