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Across the Fence:  Very Old Quilt. How Old???  |
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9093 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
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 Posted - Nov 02 2011 : 08:52:16 AM
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This is from Richard's family. I was looking for a place to put it this morning and thought it looked nice here near the fireplace. All the material looks pretty dated, sure would like to know when it was made.
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2701 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
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Posted - Nov 02 2011 : 09:37:18 AM
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It's absolutely beautiful. Definitely a crazy quilt. I studied up on them and I am working on one now. (it will probably take me years before I finish as I am putting on a lot of embelishments) They were really populer during the late 1800 and early 1900's when women had more time on their hands and wanted to show off their embroidering and sewing skills. The one you have is lovely, especially considering it is a family heirloom. Hope you enjoy it.
hugs
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl
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Julie
Arcadia
WI
USA
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Posted - Nov 02 2011 : 10:11:42 AM
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What a wonderful heirloom! The quilt looks perfect by the fireplace! I love your blog too!
P.S. I loved the pic of Jack and Dave in the hammock. You must keep us updated on what those two are up to....
Julie
Farmgirl Sister #399
West-Central WI Farmgirls
"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." Herman Cain |
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batznthebelfry
True Blue Farmgirl
1257 Posts
Michele
Athol
Ma
USA
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Posted - Nov 02 2011 : 11:20:37 AM
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based on the colors & textures I can see I would say turn of the 20th century..I bet its done with old clothing that was worn but would work in a quilt....Michele'
Chickens rule!
The Old Batz Farm
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
1903 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2011 : 11:36:47 AM
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nancy; ya know...there are several of the farm girls whose blogs i enjoy and quite a few gals whose posts i love to read or miss if they are gone but i have to tell you that i am living vicariously thru you and your thrift finds and family heirlooms---i have a few things that are special to me but they are not displayed for several reasons..so i enjoy yours! i know that you were busy in your time off but i am so glad that you are back--now for the bummer- i cannot open your blog at work anymore- they have blocked a whole slew of pages which used to be able to be opened..bank security- i understand but i miss seeing yoru finds!
anyways-hugs!
Farmgirl # 2139
proud member of the Farmgirls of the Southwest Henhouse
~*~ counting my pennies and biding my time; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9093 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9093 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2011 : 11:57:25 AM
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Penny, you might have to quit your job, this is not good. Thank you so much for your loyal support. Its good to know someone is looking at my site that likes it. Thankyou thankyou!!
www.Nancy-Jo.blogspot.com |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Tapestry
True Blue Farmgirl
1223 Posts
Cheryl
Wisconsin
USA
1223 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2011 : 02:14:01 AM
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Nancy, If I can't be adopted can I please just have your crazy quilt? Pretty please with sugar on top and a cherry in the middle? :) Left you a msg on your blog about the sad and stupid thing I did to my crazy quilt...sigh. For other ladies reading this post I washed it and it fell apart after being left in a box in my garage for too long by mistake. Mine had lots of velvet and old wool probably from a man's suit and feather stitching. Dark colors mostly, nothing too bright. It was just a nice lap size and I'm guessing was probably used to keep folks warm during cold rides in the winter in a carriage, buckboard or motor car before they had heaters. After I ruined it though it revealed something pretty neat on the inside of it. In place of batting it has an old Indian blanket. I really should take it to someone who can give me some sort of time frame on both the crazy quilt and Indian blanket but I'm guessing what the other ladies say about 1800's or early 1900's is probably accurate. What a lucky lady you are and I'm just so darned happy you're back. :)
Huggz
Happy farmgirl sister #353
Look for rainbows instead of mud puddles
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9093 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
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Posted - Nov 03 2011 : 04:59:20 AM
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Cheryl,
We could probably work something out as far as the adoption, but the crazy quilt will have to stay here. Hey lets see a picture of that Indian Blanket.
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Melina
True Blue Farmgirl
435 Posts
Melina
USA
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Posted - Nov 03 2011 : 09:25:36 AM
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Crazy quilts were especially popular during the Victorian period, so I'd say late 19th to early 20th century. It looks like it's made from wollens, velvet, etc. so that would be my guess. Lucky you!
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Tapestry
True Blue Farmgirl
1223 Posts
Cheryl
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Nov 04 2011 : 12:38:40 AM
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I'll see if I can dig it all out this weekend. Not sure how much is actually there as far as the Indian blanket goes. I was too afraid to try to pull it out and see. I still have the whole thing in case I find someone I think can repair it when I can afford it.
Happy farmgirl sister #353
Look for rainbows instead of mud puddles
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