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| naming a pattern | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I have set of pattern pieces my other hand sewed in I believe the late 40s early 50s I would like to ...
A: The pattern is often called "Dresden Plate" -- but can also be known as "Aster" (or "China Aster") ...
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| Georgia, circa??? | 10/23/2009 |
Q: This quilt was passed down to me with almost no information. It belonged to my grandmother, a ...
A: Storing: please do not store against wood directly. Put the quilt into clean cotton first -- a ...
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| Georgia, circa??? | 10/23/2009 |
Q: This quilt was passed down to me with almost no information. It belonged to my grandmother, a ...
A: And thanks for your question. From what I can see, your quilt definitely fits with some broadly ...
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| very old crazy quilt blocks | 10/23/2009 |
Q: How old are they, one has a print, strip, of American flag, velvet, silk is worn, wonderful ...
A: It is typical for the silks and taffetas of this era to crack or break. When these fabric start to ...
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| NY Beauty mint and lavender 1920's | 10/22/2009 |
Q: They said I had asked too many follow-up questions so had to start over. The wear on the quilt is ...
A: ADDED EXPLANATION below... Thanks for persisting. In the small photo you first sent, there are ...
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| NY Beauty 1925 Quilt Mint and Lavender | 10/22/2009 |
Q: I have a NY Beauty quilt purchased in 1980, made around 1925, lavender and mint and white, in very ...
A: Rebecca, Thanks for your response. Things are better with my Mom, who is 95. I hope that things ...
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| very old crazy quilt blocks | 10/21/2009 |
Q: How old are they, one has a print, strip, of American flag, velvet, silk is worn, wonderful ...
A: There was fad for Crazy Quilts starting in 1876 and going until about 1920 or so. (There were crazy ...
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| NY Beauty 1925 Quilt Mint and Lavender | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have a NY Beauty quilt purchased in 1980, made around 1925, lavender and mint and white, in very ...
A: I am sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I was called away on a family medical issue. Are ...
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| NY Beauty 1925 Quilt Mint and Lavender | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have a NY Beauty quilt purchased in 1980, made around 1925, lavender and mint and white, in very ...
A: It looks wonderful, though it's a bit difficult to know the condition from a photo -- a critical ...
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| 1930's Bow Tie Quilt | 10/2/2009 |
Q: My sister has a hand stitched quilt made by our Grandmother in the 1930's. It needs a new backing. ...
A: Good Morning, I apologize for being late in answering. I have been away at a big Quilt Conference ...
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| Quilt | 9/28/2009 |
Q: Julie. I live in Ann Arbor Michigan, hope this helps. Thanks Tim
A: Tim, There is woman in Temperance, MI who sometimes goes to the monthly Ann Arbor Flea Market in ...
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| very old quilt top | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I found a double wedding band quilt top pieced together by hand that my grandmother made at the turn ...
A: and thanks for seeing that your grandmother's work has value -- monetary or otherwise... Let's ...
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| Antique Quilt | 9/11/2009 |
Q: We purchased this quilt in the early 80's in Upstate New York and we were wondering if you could ...
A: I wonder if you received my answer -- no response from you. I always like to know that people get ...
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| Antique Quilt | 8/18/2009 |
Q: We purchased this quilt in the early 80's in Upstate New York and we were wondering if you could ...
A: I think I can probably help you, but I will need more information and more photos. I am away now -- ...
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| quilt | 7/30/2009 |
Q: Made by great grmother in Humphreys Co, Tennessee, about 1850. Has names of children, children's ...
A: Good Morning, Thanks for your message. I feel confident that I help you with this one -- but I ...
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| quilting frame | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you can help. I am looking for a quilting frame that hangs from the ceiling,like ...
A: I am not sure I can help you -- my field of expertise is antique quilts, and I don'pt know about ...
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| Bow Tie Quilt | 6/1/2009 |
Q: I recently found a quilt top that my grandmother made. I would like to have it quilted but I would ...
A: I am happy to try to help. The best thing would be if I could see photos. Can you send photos to ...
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| quilt identification, southern alabama | 5/3/2009 |
Q: have another question about identification of a quilt, pattern, age if possible as it is supposed to ...
A: and for the positive evaluation you gave to me on the Allexperts site. Much appreciated. I have ...
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| quilt identification - #2 | 4/30/2009 |
Q: would you please help me identify this pattern and any other info thanks bobklein ...
A: I seem to be going backward in answering your very gracious questions. If you can send these ...
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| quilt identification | 4/30/2009 |
Q: i recently purchased some hand sewn, hand and machine, and machine quilts made in southern alabama. ...
A: Happy to help as much as I can. I know little about other antiques, though I have been in the ...
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| quilt identification - #2 | 4/30/2009 |
Q: would you please help me identify this pattern and any other info thanks bobklein
A: This one (#2) I am quite sure is "Lady of the Lake." Can confirm when I return home to CA. What a ...
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| quilt identification | 4/30/2009 |
Q: i recently purchased some hand sewn, hand and machine, and machine quilts made in southern alabama. ...
A: Good Morning Bob, Coincidentally I am in Alabama all this week -- having never been here before ...
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| info on applique quilt pattern | 4/11/2009 |
Q: i have a family quilt from upper michigan, white background with red applique. my mother-in-law ...
A: I have never heard that name for a pattern. Sometimes, though, a quilt pattern has numerous names ...
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| 1933 Sears Century of Progress Contest Winner | 3/19/2009 |
Q: One of them was made by a woman named Eula Edwards, "Colonial Rose" is the pattern, and she won a ...
A: I am wondering about Mrs. Carpenter and her quilt. Was she put off by our commission? I am happy ...
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| 1933 Sears Century of Progress Contest Winner | 3/14/2009 |
Q: One of them was made by a woman named Eula Edwards, "Colonial Rose" is the pattern, and she won a ...
A: I am worried that my answer did not get to you -- or that you have not been able to get Mrs. ...
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| 1933 Sears Century of Progress Contest Winner | 3/13/2009 |
Q: One of them was made by a woman named Eula Edwards, "Colonial Rose" is the pattern, and she won a ...
A: I am very interested in talking with you about this, and I am absolutely confident I can help you ...
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| old state block patterns | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I'm part of a local quilting class that is piecing state blocks -- ie Kansas Troubles. Is there a ...
A: Here is one good reference book for you. "The United States Patchwork Pattern Book - 50 Quilt ...
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| Antique quilt appraisal | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I was given a quilt in 1990 from a friend who was nearly 100. She said her grandmother made it for ...
A: I can probably give you an idea of the value if I can see photos. I wonder if you can really get ...
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| Antique Quilt | 12/20/2008 |
Q: My husband and I acquired a quilt. We were told it was made in the 1800's. So far we have been ...
A: Yes, your quilt looks to be around 1870 or so. Could be a bit later, but probably no later than ...
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| Value of 100 year old Crazy Quilt | 11/25/2008 |
Q: I have a quilt made for our "adopted" grandmother born in 1903 by her mother prior to 1903. The ...
A: I can make some suggestions -- it would be best for me to see photos of the quilt first. Can you ...
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| Old quilts | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I rescued 3 quilts from a friend that was going to throw them away. I haven't cleaned them yet. I ...
A: You did the right thing! Thank you for saving these quilts. The one quilt photo I can see is of a ...
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| antique quilt | 10/21/2008 |
Q: My friend was given a quilt by her mother. Her mother told her it was probably from the 1930's. It ...
A: And thanks for your very positive rating on AllExperts. I don't think quilts were used as rugs -- ...
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| antique quilt | 10/20/2008 |
Q: My friend was given a quilt by her mother. Her mother told her it was probably from the 1930's. It ...
A: Good Morning, Thanks for your question. I do not recognize the term -- and I would think that ...
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| History of Prairie Points | 9/13/2008 |
Q: Do you know when and where prairie points originated? I've learned Darlene Zimmerman's "strip" ...
A: I heard from one of my colleagues who said: I believe they started as a trim on undergarments in ...
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| Quilt? or Quilt top? Amish? hand/machine made? | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased an Amish quilt on ebay...(here is the item number in case you want to see ...
A: I am happy to help you if I possibly can. I happen to be an expert on antique Amish quilts, but I ...
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| "When Harry Met Sally" Quilt | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I saw the question that Fran asked about this particualr quilt when I, too, was looking for the name ...
A: .. It was a very popular quilt pattern, so we do see lots of them around still. The quilt was made ...
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| family heirloom quilt | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I would like to include some information about a quilt that I saved from my mother-in-law's move. I ...
A: You have done a yeoman's job with your description. I wonder if you are even old enough to know ...
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| 3 small quilt info/Id/age etc.. please | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I have 3 small hanging quilts that I am looking to sell as I just have an overflowing house, but I ...
A: I am not sure I can be helpful to you, because my field of expertise is antique quilts -- those made ...
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| Name of Quilt Pattern | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I hope you won't think my question is too silly, as it has been bothering me for nearly 20 years ...
A: Fran, Thanks for getting back to me. Sorry I gave you a wrong lead. Two things: 1. I just ...
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| antique(?) quilt frame | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I have a quilting frame stamped on the bottom of one of the legs, "Cranberry Craft Frame, Heritage ...
A: You can join the Quilter's History List (QHL) by going to www.hickoryhillquilts.com. I believe it ...
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| antique(?) quilt frame | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I have a quilting frame stamped on the bottom of one of the legs, "Cranberry Craft Frame, Heritage ...
A: My field of expertise is really antique quilts themselves -- well, quilts made before about 1950. ...
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| Antique quilts | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I have three antique quilts - two from the late 1800's and one from the early 1900's. They have ...
A: Glad to know that this was useful for you. You made a STELLAR trade with your ex-- good for you, ...
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| Displaying 1850's quilt top | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I was given a 1850's quilt top today for my birthday. I am soooo nervous. Could I display this in a ...
A: I will need a bit more info and I think I may be able to help you. Do you want or need to put the ...
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