For several years, I've been collecting an unusual group of tumbling block star block quilts that feature a solid fabric center star. See the center star of this one below
The quilts were made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and about 20-25 examples have surfaced so far. Most are from the 1880s and 90s. This one has a novelty calendar print dated 1881. Some have very careful fabric selection and color placement as seen on the 2 blocks below with the fabrics in opposite points being very close matches. However, most of the other blocks are more random.
Lots of wonderful novelty prints including birds and a wonderful cheater print with cats and dogs. See the dog above and he's in from this novelty fabric.
Susan Ache’s New Halloween Memories Book!
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Get ready to be enchanted as we delve into the realm of Halloween Memories
by Susan Ache! This enchanting book celebrates the spirit of Halloween and
Fal...
14 hours ago
What treasures! I wish we'd see more reproduction fabrics made.
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