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Additional Pictures for Paragon cross stitch #01179 Renaissance
April 29th, 2011
kit is in immaculate condition
- reverse side of package insert Paragon Renaissance #01179
Unfortunately it was too wet to take this pristine quilt kit outside so I must apologize for the darkness and shadow in the pictures. I would rather have had enough natural light to avoid flash – but Hey Ho! what can you do? And we do need rain – smile.
Paragon cs #01179 Renaissance 90x103 colour package insert
I hope the pictures do show the crisp and clean condition of this beauty! Fresh and sweet smelling too!
I have just heard from the customer for whom I was holding this kit; she has bought the kit and tells me this story:
“I started that quilt when I was 18, back in 1971. I did all the embroidery and my grandma did the quilting. My goal was to do a quilt for each of my kids and this one was to be my daughter’s. In 2006, the quilt was stolen in a home burglary. After that, I did another embroidered quilt top to replace the Renaissance quilt, but always missed that first quilt. I got the idea to look for a kit like the original one and found your website. I was super excited to find one, only to learn that it was sold a week prior. However, you looked for another for me and I am buying it now. I can’t wait to get it and get started. It will help me to feel whole again!
By the way, a big Thank You!”
I’m thrilled to have been instrumental in finding this lovely vintage kit for this lady!
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Paragon Garden Bouquet applique, and Paragon Renaissance vintage cross stitch quilt kits back in stock!
April 29th, 2011
Paragon Garden Bouquet quilt kit for applique double/queen
Paragon Garden Bouquet - double/queen - materials for applique and binding
PRICE: Paragon Garden Bouquet vintage applique quilt kit $375USD+ $20USD shipping = $395USD
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This lovely and very rare Paragon cross stitch kit in double/queen size (90×103) is #01179 Renaissance.
Paragon #01179 Renaissance - double 90x103 vintage quilt kit for cross stitch
I have just unfolded and photographed this lovely kit and find it smells sweet and fresh and has not a mark on it! The paper fronting the package has a good clear picture of the quilt in colour on front and the reverse of the sheet has all the instruction and the thread requirements – this is going to be a treasure for someone! Wish I could keep it for myself, but there is already interest in it!
PRICE: Paragon Renaissance #01179 double/queen $230USD + $20 shipping = $250USD tacking and insurance included
THIS KIT IS CURRENTLY ON HOLD – SOLD
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VINTAGE PROGRESS AND PARAGON CROSS STITCH QUILT KITS
March 23rd, 2011
Today’s post will feature vintage cross stitch quilt kits from Paragon, with one entry from Progress. Both Paragon and Progress have a fine reputation for quality materials and good design. In some cases I also have the original thread kits from PeriLusta and these are no longer being manufactured, so rarely show up on the secondary market. In some cases where there is no thread kit I may be able to help out with supplies in the large quantities called for and at a somewhat better price than the current nearly a dollar a skein that many stores are asking.
- Paragon cross stitch quilt kit 01167 Baltimore Bride's Quilt 90x103 with thread kit
Progress #1524 Windsor Rose double 90x103
Here we have the lovely Progress #1524 Windsor Rose in a generous 90×103 – a double/queen.
PRICE: $225USD + $20USD shipping = $245USD
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- Paragon #01171 American Sampler – several sizes available & blue/green thread kit
- Paragon cross stitch 01175 Country Garden 90×103 double
Back after a little searching is this lovely cross stitch quilt kit based on the early 19th century formalized urn with floewers. This is Paragon #01175 Country Garden in the double/queen size of 90×103.
PRICE: $225USD + $20USD shipping = $245USD
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- Paragon cross stitch 01169 Iris double 90×103
This lovely quilt kit is rare – I had not seen this one until I saw it on the secondary market and snapped it up. This is Paragon #01169 – Iris Garden, again in a double/queen 90×103. I may have sufficient thread in the various colourways to supply you, but it will be DMC, not the vintage PeriLusta – we can discuss this.
PRICE: $225USD + $20USD shipping = $245USD
ON HOLD JULY 3/11
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Paragon cross stitch 01153 Whig Rose king size 108x103
So dainty and delicate and so so traditional, this is the exquisite Paragon #01153, Whig Rose and in the very ample king size 108×103, which turned the other way would fit a queen . Again I might be able to supply threads.
PRICE: $250USD + $20 USD Shipping = $270USD
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Paragon - cross stitch 01164 Remembrance - 72x103 thread kit in gold, brown available
Above is the single bed size (72×103) Paragon #01164 Remembrance. I have the brown and gold colourway thread kit, but personsally I find the red green and ochre colourway truer to the traditional 19th century quilts this kit is based on. Your choice.
PRICE: $200USD + $20USD shipping = $220, with vintage thread kit an additional $30USD*********************
- Paragon – 01193 cross stitch – Rosebud – partially completed with threads double 84×102
Here is a lovely vintage Paragon #01193 Rosebud sized for a double – 84×102. It has been about half completed and has with it all the thread (and more!) necessary to complete it. Like all quilt kits that have ben worked on, it has a few “beauty spots” that in my experience with completing several will lighten cpnsiderably on the firsat washing once quilted and on subsequent washings fade to the poinnt of disappearing.
Paragon 01199 Oak Leaf cross stitch vintage quilt kit double/queen with thread kitparagon cross stitch quilt kit #00172 Plymouth - double
Above is Paragon #01199 Oak Leaf in a double/queen which is complete with thread kit – a classic pattern ewhich has roots in the 19th century.
PRICE: $275USD + $20USD shipping = $295
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paragon cross stitch quilt kit # 00172 Plymouth-double
Above is the sweet Paragon #01172 cross stitch kit called Plymouth which again has 19th century design roots and comes in an ample double/queen. There is no thread kit but I may be able to supply floss in the quantities nneeded.
PRICE: $ 225USD + $20USD shipping = $245
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These lovely kits won’t last long: email me if you see something you like janet@novascotiaquilts.com
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
Some recent acquisitions and some that are pending….
January 30th, 2011
Recently, I’ve sold many of the vintage quilt kits I have in my inventory; and at the moment I’m very busy sourcing and acquiring new items to re-build inventory.
Thank you to all the patrons who have enquired about specific kits. My advice at the moment is that if I get back to you that I have a specific item, move quickly. This morning I sold another vintage Tobin/Progress applique Tree of Life kit that had just arrived at my house, and wasn’t even posted yet! A scarce item, but I will try to replace it. I have another return customer who has asked me to source a kit that isn’t in my inventory at the moment – so that is another way to avoid disappointment.
I thought I would show you several vintage cross stitch kits, the first three I have just acquired and are in transit. The last one I’m in negotiations about at the moment, but have not yet formally acquired. I am not quoting price as I like to receive the item and be sure it is everything I expected before pricing it.
Above: Paragon #00169 Iris, double size, no thread kit – stunning
Above is Bucilla’s # 3218 Acorn Harvest, a double measuring 81×108; no threads
Above: Bucilla #2323 Briar Rose size 90×103; no threads but I have an alternative suggested thread numbers for those who would prefer a more subtle colouration – lovely tones of rose, not in your face at all.
The quilts below I hope to confirm purchase on soon.
Above: Paragon – sorry I don’t have a number for this one yet – it is a king 108×103 – beautiful! Acquisition confirmed on Feb 15/11
Contact me if any of these offerings interest you and I hope to have them in my hands soon to inspect and formally offer for sale.
Meanwhile, stay warm and comfy as winter starts to wind down.
Janet
