1974 Magazine Nifty Fifty Quilts Pattern Book Pieced & Applique Quilts 52 pages

1974 Magazine Nifty Fifty Quilts Pattern Book Pieced & Applique Quilts

A 52 page magazine containing pictures and instructions on making 50 different quilts. Published by Graphic Enterprises Inc.

The magazine is in fair condition with no rips or tears and I see no markings in the magazine.

Please note: To show as many of the quilts as possible I have taking individual pictures from the pages of the magazine and combined them into small groupings of pictures as shown in this listing. The actual magazine has the full pictures with the instructions.

From the front cover:
Nifty Fifty
Quilts

From the Inside Cover:

PIECED AND APPLIQUE QUILTS

Since the days of the early settlers of our great and proud land, pieced and appliqued quilts and quilting have been a popular pastime. Patterns for the patches have been passed from one family member to another. Now, once again quilts are enjoying a renewed popularity.

The 50 Quilts in this Magazine: Squares to Sleep By

1. MAGIC SQUARES
Size 73” X 94”
Magic squares make magic quilts. This one is made with 3-inch patches of 3 different fabrics. It has the one-inch border all around and takes 18A and 128 blocks to complete.
2. DIAGONAL SQUARES
Size 78” X 102”
The effect of this design is achieved by using 3 different colors or prints and placing the 4-1/4” finished squares on the diagonal. (They measure 6” diagonally.)

The Intrigue of Patches

3. BOLD SQUARES
Size 86” X 106”
Little squares make big squares and create lovely designs too. Make them bold, make them colorful; you will enjoy watching the design develop.

4. EASY QUILT
Size 78” X 102”
The quiet simplicity of this quilt is its “beauty” secret. This will turn out to be one of your long time favorites.

Fun with Hexagons

5. FRIENDSHIP QUILT
Size 94” X 100”
The hexagon is an interesting shape. It takes very little planning to come up with an outstanding quilt.
6. CHEVRON
Size 94” X 100”
The intrigue of the chevron. This is a design that has fascination for everyone.

More Hexagons

7. HIT OR MISS
Size 94” X 98”
Another hexagon beauty, but in the hit and miss fashion. You can use many of your favorite scraps here.
8. GRANDMOTHER’S FLOWER PATCH
Size 88” X 110”
An especially favored quilt for generations....
9. GRANDMOTHER’S FLOWER GARDEN
Size 109” X 120”
This quilt beauty has been a favorite over the years. It has endless possibilities of fabric combinations.

Modern Bold and Beautiful

10. CORN AND BEANS
Size 66” X 96”
Corn and Beans is a favorite of quilt makers. The prismatic design has movement that is almost cubistic in feeling.
11. WINGED SQUARES
Size 70” X 100”
Winged squares probably got its name from its resemblance to flocks of geese in flight. Although it is a very simple quilt to make, it has great appeal.

Squares For Dramatic Appeal

12. DOUBLE NINE PATCH
Size 80-1/2” X 106”
This is a long-time favorite with quilt makers. It will add charm to the room of your choice . . .
13. SUGAR LOAF
Size 89” X 106”
This quilt was inspired by the way sugar was displayed on a grocer’s shelf over 75 years ago. Before sugar was granulated, it was wrapped in blue paper and stacked to form cones. The blue paper was saved and later used to dye fabrics

Modern Patches Simply Beautiful

14. THE “L” PATCH
Size 66” X 102”
The “L” shaped patches are the key to the charm of this quilt. A little time and patience is all that is necessary to make a quilt that will be a joy for time to come.
15. DESIGNERS CHOICE
Size 64” X 84”
It is always a challenge to see the different designs the same patch will make with a simple turn or twist. This quilt is easy, attractive and works up quickly.

The Intrigue of Shells

16. CLAMSHELL
Size 80” X 93”
Shells have intrigued people since the beginning of time. They have some of the most beautiful forms in nature, . . . no wonder they stir the imagination of quilt makers.
17. ZIG-ZAG SHELL
Size 80” X 93”
This quilt is a variation of the shell. The zig-zag design gives it strength and movement.

More Shell Designs

18. MUSHROOM SHELL
Size 80” X 93”
This variation of the shell gives the appearance of button mushrooms, an interesting “arty” effect.
19. OVER THE WAVES
Size 76” X 89”
This quilt gets its name from the diagonal shell stripes that show a definite wave.

The Traditional Look

20. MODERN DESIGN
Size 66” X 86”
Here rectangles form blocks and achieve design by placement in different positions.
21. COUNTRY CHARM
Size 88” X 98”
The simplicity of rectangles and favorite fabrics produce another attractive quilt.

Modern Blocks are Easy

22. UP AND DOWN BLOCKS
Size 84” X 104”
Easy rectangles all worked into the same block, but arranged to form an up and down design.
23. MODERN BLOCKS
Size 84” X 104”
Some more easy rectangles. See how placement changes the design.

The Beauty of Triangles

24. SHOO FLY
Size 96” X 116”
Pinwheels of triangles add up to a very pretty quilt. This one . . . with old world charm would make a delightful addition to any home.
25. PRETTY TRIANGLES
Size 66” X 86”
Pretty triangles . . . easy to do. Four fabrics, 5” triangles . . . another quiIt beauty.

Three ways with Triangles

26. MAGIC TRIANGLES
Size 88” X 108”
It’s the choice of fabrics and the arrangement that sets this one apart.
27. TRIANGLE BEAUTY
Size 88” X 108”
The beauty of a fabric, the shape of the patch combine to make the prettiest quilts. Another beauty featuring the triangle and 2 fabrics.
28. PINWHEEL QUILT
Size 96” X 96”
Still another version of triangles. A simple, easy to do quilt using 1 patch and 3 fabrics.

Quilts with Charm and Flair

29.BEAUTY PATCH
SIZE: 76” X 100”
The fascination of geometry lends itself here. Another on the triangle, square theme with placement ofpatches the key to its beauty.
30. BLOCKS AND PINWHEELS
SIZE: 76” X 100”
The look of the windmill is here. Simple to make squares and triangles, careful placement, all add up to the look of long ago.
31. ALTERNATING PINWHEELS
SIZE: 76” X 100”
Squares and triangles have endless possibilities for design. It’s the combination of fabrics that shows this one off to its best advantage.

Smart and Beautiful A Young Man’s Delight

32. GEOMETRIC BEAUTY
SIZE: 80” X 104”
Simple triangles, 2 fabrics, cleverly arranged, produce a quilt with over-all interest. Great for any decor.
33. ARROWHEAD QUILT
SIZE: 80” X 104”
Easy triangles in any 2 bold colors form arrow- heads. Great for the masculine decor.

More Beautiful Quilts for Todays Living

34. TRIANGLE COMBINATION
SIZE: 68” X 92”
Use 2 colors or as many colors as fancy dictates. You will enjoy making this quilt.
35. BANNER QUILT
SIZE: 68” X 92”
Here is the popular chevron look in this very effective quilt. Combine 2 colors for this beauty.

Patchwork is Beautiful

36. DRAMATIC PATCH
SIZE: 86” X 106”
Still another variety combining 2 patches and 2 fabrics Use same fabric as patch B for lining.
37. BAMBOO QUILT
SIZE: 96” X 96”
Same patterns, different fabrics produce a totally different look. This one has “cIass”

Bold Charm

38. BLACK AND WHITE
SIZE: 96” X96”
Simple, easy and good looking. Another patch quilt that would go well with the masculine decor.
39. DIAMONDS GALORE
SIZE: 86” X 106”
Another version of the some theme. Note the arrangement and how it transforms the design.

Squares for Dramatic Appeal

40. OLD FASHIONED CHARM
SIZES: 75” X 99”
This quilt has an old fashioned look. It is simple, requires 4 fabrics of squares and triangles.
41. WINDMILL
SIZE: 76” X 100”
A twist, a turn, using the same triangle and square produces still another very lovely quilt.

Smart Beauties

42. TWO PATCH QUILT
SIZE: 78” X 102”
A good example of how arrangement plays a part in design. Basic squares and triangles for still another look.
43. SIMPLICITY
SIZE: 78” X 96”
This pieced quilt with its easy simplicity will spark any room with charm. Easy and fun to do.

Flowers for A cheerful Touch

44. SUNFLOWER PATCH
SIZE: 86”X 108”
Flowers always add a cheerful note. Here are decorative and easy to make sunflowers to brighten any room.
45. FLOWER SCRAMBLE
SIZE: 86”X 108”
Add a bright new note, use just a few petals to add a dramatic touch to a quilt.

Sailing Along

46. SAILBOATS ARE FUN
SIZE: 68” X 78”
The Lure of the sea and sailboats makes this easy applique quilt the pride of a young boys room. Make the sails with patch remnants.

Easy Patchwork Quilt

47. OLD TIME CRAZY QUILT
(as seen in color on cover)
SIZE: 66” X 90”
Through generations this has been a favorite quilt. First made in homespun and the best parts of used garments, gradually bright silks, satins, velvets, brocades and necktie patches were used.

Tulip Time

48. TIPTOE THROUGH THE TULIPS
SIZE: 60” X 78” Almost the first breath of spring brings the tulips into flower. Let the pretty gay tulips on this quilt add cheer to your little girl’s room.

Easy Applique

49. LITTLE LADIES
SIZE: 60” X 78”
Chase away rainy days with the little girls and their umbrellas. Make the dresses in gay calico prints, the umbrellas in solid colors. Mix or match colors as your fancy dictates.

Young Quilt

50. HAPPY FACE CLOWN
Size 68” X 78”
Happy, happy faces add fun and charm to a child’s room. Give the clowns pompon noses and calico ties and watch the glow on a child’s face.

This magazine measures approximately 10-7/8 X 8-3/8 inches (27.7 X 21.2 cm) and has 52 pages including the covers. The Magazine weighs approximately 4 ounces (115 gr). Shipping weight will be 145 grams.

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