The hand quilting is done in grid/straight lines (horizontal and vertical). Such a brilliant idea! Instead of tediously stitching around each hexagon, the maker made it easier.
The full quilt - it is hypnotic isn't it? Circa 1875, Starley Antique Quilt Collection. Part of my Patterns Through Time Trunk Show.
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