Monday, June 25, 2012

antique French Broderie de Marseille lap quilt or petassoun




















An unusual antique French Broderie de Marseille lap quilt or petassoun dating from about 1900 - 1920.
These delightful little quilts were made as lap quilts when presenting the new baby, and come in the most beautiful designs. They are avidly collected, and have consequently become rare in good condition.
This example is unusual in that one side is white, and the other a dark cream/pale caramel. I initially thought the darker side was the reverse, but on looking at the construction of the quilt believe it to be the "right" side. It is simply, but beautifully worked with tiny hand stitching along the diagonal ribbing which must have entailed many weeks of arduous work.

Measurement: 16" x 16 1/2"  Twill tape binding.

Sunday, June 24, 2012

Venango Girls

Jill received an award from her State Rep.!!
 Shiela Holland brought her miniature quilts for all to drool over.

 And here is Judith's favorite!!
A drive to Venango on Sarurday brought me to a great group of ladies and quilts were the subject!!!!