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Tidbits of Quilting History
Take a stroll through quilting history and discover how quilt blocks were named, how fabric dyes were made using plants and bugs, and little know facts (and maybe myths) about quilting through the ages.
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Abraham Lincoln Quilt Blocks
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Quilters have participated in politics in the United States since the pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock in 1620. But, since women couldn't vote until 1920, at first their participation was in the form of "advice" and support for their husbands. Not satisfied with quietly sitting in the background, quilters created quilt blocks and quilts to express their political opinions. . . .
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LeMoyne Star and Diamonds in Quilting History
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The diamond was a special favorite in New England for use in making "best quilts." Almost always the quilting on diamond quilts was more elaborate and painstaking than that on square or triangle patches. . . .
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Tidbit of History -- More about Candlewicking
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Candlewicking originated in the the UK and was used in the US and Australia as early as the beginning of the 19th century. Originally the thread used was the same cotton twist yarn used for candlewicks, hence the name. Early on, women used old sheets and even feed sacks for their embroidery. . . .
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Friendship Quilt Block Patterns
Friendship quilts reminds us of our friends and beloved kin who express their care by designing these quilts. These quilts at times also bring a touch of sadness since usually these quilts are designed for those who are moving to distant places. . . .
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Lady of the Lake Quilt Block - a Little History
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History has it that the Lady of the Lake Quilt Block was named after a poem by Sir Walter Scott, published in 1810. The pioneer men and women loved the heroic tales of Sir Walter Scott, and the women honored him in their most . . .
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Tree of Life Quilt Block
In early American days, clipper ships brought cargoes of Indian and Persian cotton prints into western Atlantic ports. When quilt designers were looking for pattern ideas, the Tree of Life design, common to Oriental rugs, was easily converted to a quilt pattern. . . .
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Tidbits about Thread from History
Cotton thread - the better class of sewing cotton was known as "six cords," of which there was a large variety of makes - glazed and unglazed - and sold in lengths running 200, 300 or 400 yards. This thread was available in a variety of colors. . . .
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