The quilt is beautiful! It probably was meant to be a summer spread. The backing is just to protect the reverse of embroidery stitches and tidy it up ! Be very careful if it needs cleaning. I have had some fading of blue work when left a bit too long in an antique fabric wash. The red thread may bleed so use a color catcher with synthrapol .That will release extra dye without staining the white.Dont allow direct sunlight on it ! Its a treasure!
I'm so glad to see you'll be preserving this beautiful work! Thanks for sharing it!
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Thank You
How beautiful ! and I love the information you give. So interesting !
I love learning more about the different quilt styles, and am so happy when others also are interested!
A beautiful piece.
I absolutely love it, too!
This quilt is gorgeous ❤ no way should it be cut. Exquisite ❤
Agreed! It's so special!
The quilt is beautiful! It probably was meant to be a summer spread. The backing is just to protect the reverse of embroidery stitches and tidy it up ! Be very careful if it needs cleaning. I have had some fading of blue work when left a bit too long in an antique fabric wash. The red thread may bleed so use a color catcher with synthrapol .That will release extra dye without staining the white.Dont allow direct sunlight on it ! Its a treasure!
Dye catchers are def a life-saver!! Thanks for the tip abt synthrapol
I noticed there was a monogram with the letter "M" circled.....wonder if this is a hint to the name of the quilter?
Yes, I noticed the M too--I thought maybe the quilter or the recipient.
Really beautiful quilt. I am wondering what batting has been used and what the back looks like? Ruth in the UK.
I'm not sure there's even a batting--it's super thin, and the backing is the same fabric as the front.
Do you have vintage applique of chicken and chicken coop?
Thank you
I don't, but I'll stay on the look out!