AQ09: Antique Tumbler Quilt

Alternating light and dark tumbler blocks

hand stitched - no borders

87" x 96"

Ah, a fun one in the mystery quilt bundle. Isn't it beautiful? The browns and pinks make you want to pull it up to your chin, tuck it along your sides, and settle in for a lazy Sunday.  This is another one that needs to be completed sooner than later.

The light and dark draws your eyes up

I love this moon fabric!

Making do!  Not enough fabric? Piece it!
Look at those tiny stitches!

Viewed at an angle

Again, I love the use of prints and plaids and stripes, but it was not done with wild abandon. Notice all the patterns are small the light-, medium- and dark- values really stand out.  

Just one more top to share....  Happy Sunday!

Mystery Quilt Package!

Do you like surprises? I love them! Especially when you discover it's a bundle of antique quilt tops! And one has a tag dating back to 1898!

I received a message from a friend this week that her parents were moving and had a bundle of tops. Her mother had acquired them from her boss's wife who used to collect them!

Steve and I picked them up tonight, but it's too late to unwrap them. So, to share in my anticipation, I will share them with you as we lay them out. Cross your fingers for fair weather this week!