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The Traditional Wholecloth Quilt – kits to create an heirloom
July 29th, 2011
Benartex - Anchors Aweigh by Holice Turnbow 40x54, includes back and binding
Above is the lovely “Anchors Aweigh” crib or youth bed size wholecloth quilt kit by Holice Turnbow – this is such a versatile size for a quilt – it makes up fairly quickly, can be used in many settings and because it is an off-white or ecru fits well into many decorating schemes and is very easy to wash and keep fresh.
Benartex - wholecloth - feathered pineapple - available 86x106 and 40x40
Above is a picture taken from the front of the Benartex package, showing the “Feathered Pineapple” design – a classic 19th century design I currently have available in both a king/queen size at 86×106 and also in a baby size at 40×40 - the smaller size would make a luxurious tabletopper for afternoon tea and of course would look lovely over the back of a sofa, thrown over a cupboard door or as a wallhanging. Picture it enhancing a christening robe for a darling baby!
PRICE: Feathered Pineapple king/queen 86×106 $250USD+$20 shipping=$270USD
Feathered Pineapple baby size 40×40 comes with backing and binding $115USD+$15shipping=$130USD
Keep in mind that I’ll be happy to provide tips to help you succeed in making yourself a lovely heirloom quilt that is true to 19th century traditions, and can also source wide backing material and the Quilter’s Dream cotton batting to ensure your quilt drapes beautifully. Contact me: janet@novascotiaquilts.com to discuss shipping one of these scarce and lovely kits to you!
Enjoy this long weekend coming up – summer is passing all too soon! Next week I will feature more wholecloth quilt kits, this time by Spartex/Doublestencil!
Best regards ~ Janet
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More vintage applique and cross stitch quilt kits
February 15th, 2011
Seeing old friends back in inventory again is always great, but it’s even better when I find some items I’ve wanted to get hold of for years with little success because they so rarely appear on the secondary market: take a quick peek at what I have in stock and on its way to me
This one above – Cross Stitch American Eagle by Bucilla a double/queen kit is sometimes called Liberty on some packaging. This was a kit developed from a traditional pattern and was presented in time for the US Bicentennial in 1976.
PRICE: $225USD + shipping
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Below is a picture of the wonderful vintage PeriLusta thread kit that goes with American Sampler
this beautiful Paragon #01171 double/queen cross stitch kit. I know the picture says it’s a single, but I just keep one picture on file. This kit is harder to find these days too, so I’m happy to have it in stock again.
PRICE: $265 USD includes the thread kit + shipping will be about $15USD
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Above is the lovely Whig Rose cross stitch Paragon kit back in stock – this time in a king sized kit – 108wide by 103 long – this will make a fabulous statement on your bed!
PRICE: $225USD + shipping
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Above is “Acorn Harvest” by Bucilla #3218, size 81×108 another traditional pattern based on 19th century heritage quilts.
PRICE: $200USD + shipping – SOLD Feb16/11
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Another lovely vintage cross stitch kit by Bucilla – #2323 “Briar Rose” a double/queen at 90×103
PRICE: $200 USD + shipping SOLD MARCH 5, 2011
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Above another Bucilla #3022 Williamstown a double/queen too, 90×103
PRICE: $200USD + shipping SOLD Feb16/11
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Above is a rare find – this is the rarer version of two applique kits done by Bucilla – this one is #1587 and is a double
As you can see, the colours of the appliques are lovely vintage percale
PRICE: $300USD + shipping SOLD Feb16/11
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After a bit of a wait, I have managed to replace my Paragon Country Garden #01175, 90×103 a double/queen – this one won’t stay in stock long, judging by my past experience!
PRICE: $225USD + shipping
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This kit is another Paragon cross stitch kit called Renaissance. It is a king size at 108 wide and 103 long. I had never seen this kit before and I’ve been collecting for years!
PRICE: $225USD + shipping SOLD FEB 16/11
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This is also a kit I had depaired of ever finding. Now, granted it came out of package with the front colour picture lost, but it has 4 pages on instructions, thread list and graphs and I think it’s fairly easy to see that it will be striking. It can be worked either in a two colour variation or in the traditional mid 19th century shades of two values of red, two of green and two of yellow. A treasure indeed!
PRICE: $225USD + shipping
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And finally – nother that is new to my inventory. I’m thrilled to have this one. This is a Paragon cross stitch kit called “Iris” and is a double. The design and placement of the irises is very reminiscent of an applique pattern in te Mountain Mist Blue Book, and is very 30’s. I’m so tempted to hang on to this one and do it for myself. I need to be realistic though – too many quilts and too little time! Ah well.
PRICE: $225USD + shipping
So long for now – stay warm and safe – it was still light way after 6PM today – spring is just around the corner.
JANET
Crib and Child Size wholecloth and applique quilt kits
August 5th, 2009
Yesterday I Listed several full sized quilt kits and today I will list a half dozen crib and child sized wholecloth and wholecloth/applique quilt kits also suitable for use as wallhangings or table toppers. Above is the Doublestencil Penn II kit. The wallhanging shown in the picture is the kit available. This pattern is based on an antique quilt, and is available in a light tea dye background colour.
PRICE: $100 USD + shipping
Above is Benartex’s Floral Fantasy, a design by Holice Turnbow. This kit finishes at 40×54 inches so is big enough to put on the end of your bed or snuggle up in on the sofa. Colour is ecru or eggshell.
PRICE: $100USD + shipping
This is Doublestencil’s “Floral Bouquet”, a lovely heritage pattern in eggshell, measuring 40×48 inches.
Another traditional pattern – called Americana Star; this one, also in a tea dye shade, is 42×42 inches and is shown as the wallhanging behind the bed . It is truly lovely!
Above is “Tulip Garden” size 40×40 inches and a combination of piecing and applique. Of course. applique quilts in red, green and sometimes a touch of ochre are part of the quiltmaking heritage in North America. This is a very tempting kit – I would love to make this one up myself!!
Finally, this is Floral Album – another primarily red and green quilt with its roots in 19t6h century North American quiltmaking. The kit makes the wallhanging shown in the above picture.