In the world of quiltmaking, few quilts have elicited greater "followings" than those of Jane Austen (circa 1812) and Jane Stickle (circa 1863). Now award-winning quiltmaker, Linda Franz continues this tradition with over 200 fabulous diamond-shaped blocks inspired by both of the Jane quilts, and the friendships that have developed among "Jane" lovers.Especially for those who want to indulge their passions for hand-piecing using freezer paper techniques, these blocks are designed to help quiltmakers discover the intrigue, portability, and charm of these diamonds, most sized at 4" x 7". All of the blocks in Quilted Diamonds are found in the author's own stunning blue and white quilt, Love and Friendship. A pullout pattern for the quilt's center medallion is included along with diamond patterns, tips for making the quilt's fabulous scalloped border, and quilting suggestions.Whether you make a few diamonds, or all of them, this book invites you to join the sisterhood of Jane aficionados whoshare a lasting quiltmaking heritage.

Jane Austen's novels have been widely read and discussed, but one topic that is rarely studied is her use of speech. In this volume, writers from around the world consider Austen's sometimes playful, always witty and significant use of dialogue. Features contributions from Juliet McMaster, Isobel Grundy, Linda Bree, Gary Kelly, Jan Fergus, Jocelyn Harris, Kay Young and others.

* This remarkable book features 50 quilt blocks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War.