September is my favorite month - I can't believe we're already at the end! It's been a gorgeous one, so I won't complain. I've got a sick boy this week and as a result I'm feeling a little thrown out my rhythm. I have nothing new to share today so I thought I would post some pictures I took last month as we wrapped up our summer.
This time I had a little bit of time to run in the Utah Quilt Guild museum and catch a glimpse of their display of pioneer-era quilts. Quilts from this era are among my favorites- especially because of their resourceful, scrappy coolness.
This is an irish-chain pattern made from squares about ⅜ of an inch big. Some wear and tear, but still incredible. I don't think I've ever seen a quilt with smaller pieces.
This Star of David quilt made in the 1880's was my favorite. I loved the colors and the pattern It would be fun to make this same pattern in a more contemporary color scheme too.
Katy Cameron
Looks like a cool place to visit, and I was grinning when I got the the 100+ year old text print quilt ;o)
Lori Holt
I love this post Amy. I have taken pictures of these same quilts along with others as I have visited the park many times!<br />I'm like you...I love the heritage of our pioneers and I am always proud and amazed when I see all of the beautiful things that they were able to make with very little recourses....I have always admired thier ingenuity:)<br />I agree...the Star of David would be
amy smart
Those pioneers were amazing. Makes our 'stashes' seem a bit rediculous compared to what they worked with. And I think you should draft that Star of David pattern for us Lori. 🙂 (In all your spare time...)
Cutie and Company Quilts
Thanks for sharing these UH.MA.ZING. quilts! I am constantly inspired by the quilters who have come before. Our craft has deep, deep roots. xo 🙂
trish
Thank you so much for sharing Amy. The heart and souls of those individuals are so inspiring. You are so fortunate to be able to experience so much quilting treasures. I could spend hours in a place like that.<br />I hope your son feels better real soon. Love ya. Trish
bethanndodd
Thank you for sharing these photos. The quilts pictured are truly amazing. I love that rose of Sharon quilt (we have a rose of Sharon tree in our front yard that is blooming beautifully right now). Hope you little guy feels better soon!<br />Smiles-Beth
miss jamee
thank you for sharing! i dont get out much.
Mary
Thanks for sharing the Pioneer quilts. I wish I had one of the 2,381 piece Ocean wave quilts my 3rd Great Grandmother made. I read she made 8 of them.
Emily {Creative Chicks}
Wow, a lot of those quilts could pass for "new" quilts with their colors/designs.
Jenny
October is my favorite month, so hooray for me. 🙂 I really love when you feature these old quilts. The one that struck me most is in the middle of the first pic. The really graphic one with tons of red and a splash of mustard and green.
madebymum
What wonderful photos Amy and such an interesting place.
Michele
Wow. Those antique quilts just blow me away. I can imagine seeing them im person was even better. Thanks for sharing those gorgeous photos.
petra
Wow - this are so wonderful quilts! The irish chain is amazing. The Stars of David too... Thanks for sharing this pics with us.<br />I wish you a wonderful week!
Missy Shay
Thank you for sharing! I enjoyed seeing the old quilts!
Sharon
Those quilts are amazing. I didn't know that exhibit was there, I will have to go see it
Happy Me
Thank you for sharing your photos! Those quilts are amazing!!
Isisjem
Thanks for sharing. What a great place to visit. Those quilts are amazing!
Thimbleanna
Ah, September, how we loved thee. So sad it's gone already. Should we start to panic yet? Those quilts are gorgeous. Especially that Irish Chain. And we should do that Star of David as a block a ... well, week for you. Month for me. You'll have yours done early next year and I'll have mine done...when I'm dead! ;-D
mjb
Beautiful quilts:) Thanks so much for this blog post!
Nanette Merrill
Without a doubt the irish chain is my favorite. I just love patchwork.
Amy Rea
I love that log cabin quilt. I can't stop looking at it! <br /><br />
murp
These quilts are beautiful! It's amazing they've lasted so long.