Saturday, March 13, 2010

Four Block

This four block quilt was hanging up in the back of a booth at an antique show. I fell in love with it's quirky, folky appearance. It has some wear, but I really don't mind it. The price was right, and, for once, I didn't even bargain. I used to sell antiques, so it's in the blood! This quilt just makes me happy, and I never tire of looking at it. Often, the yellow dye in the old, two process greens would fade to blue, but I really think that this one was just blue, right from day one.


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22 comments:

  1. DebMarch 14, 2010 at 12:56 AM

    What a gorgeous quilt and it looks like it was made for that spot. Is the fabric blue or green that has gone blue over time?

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  2. JanetMarch 14, 2010 at 3:02 AM

    What a quilt, this is the sort I love to look at. It's so different to the red and green in this style.

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  3. sewprimitive karenMarch 14, 2010 at 4:50 AM

    How adorable. Did you find that in Indiana?

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  4. LoriMarch 14, 2010 at 8:30 AM

    It's a beauty!! What an interesting border too.

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  5. Victoria Findlay WolfeMarch 14, 2010 at 8:36 AM

    It's lovely! So soft looking!

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  6. KarenMarch 14, 2010 at 8:55 AM

    I love the blue whether it was there from the start or not. A wonderful purchase.

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  7. pauletteMarch 14, 2010 at 9:39 AM

    Gorgeous!! I'm so happy that it has found a good home! Enjoy!
    Paulette

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  8. JanMarch 14, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    What a wonderful find! It's so full of life...those little dots really spark up the design. Lucky you!

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  9. O'QuiltsMarch 14, 2010 at 11:51 AM

    beautiful

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  10. Dixie HowardMarch 14, 2010 at 12:36 PM

    Love it! What a find. This quilt has all the elements I love in a quilt - originality, quirkiness, whimsy and movement. Thanks so much for posting it!

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  11. UnknownMarch 14, 2010 at 4:05 PM

    That is a great quilt you purchased. I love it too.

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  12. JanetMarch 14, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    what a beautiful quilt! I love it! I like that it's got some wear too - it makes me think that the quilt maker enjoyed using it.

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  13. Elaine AdairMarch 14, 2010 at 6:38 PM

    You've a good eye! It IS a happy quilt, with just the right amount of 'quirk'! 8-))) Love it.

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  14. *karendianne.March 15, 2010 at 12:47 PM

    I'm totally taken with this one and the red is really interesting as well. Thank you for sharing.

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  15. TarynMarch 15, 2010 at 5:09 PM

    Makes you happy? I'd be floating. Congratulations on your new treasure.

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  16. antique quilterMarch 16, 2010 at 3:22 AM

    beautiful quilt!!!!
    oh my I JUST LOVE IT!!! I am a huge fan of 4 block quilts and this border just makes me happy....what is the size of the quilt/block?
    thanks for sharing, and congrats on such a wonderful purchase.
    Kathie

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  17. KarenMarch 16, 2010 at 12:34 PM

    There is just something about an antique quilt, this one is wonderful. Wouldn't you love to know the story?? What a great way to use it, the setting is perfect. Thanks for sharing.

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  18. libbyquilterMarch 16, 2010 at 4:18 PM

    that is one gloriously fabulous quilt~!!~ and you've displayed it wonderfully~!~

    :)
    libbyQ

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  19. Ann ChampionMarch 17, 2010 at 6:09 PM

    What a wonderful treasure! I love the Folk Art feel of the quilt. I agree with your thoughts that this has always been blue. The ones that were a double process dye faded to an odd shade and your blue is so clear and pretty. It would be great fun to trace the design and make a new version. :)

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  20. Enga KrahmerMarch 18, 2010 at 6:35 AM

    wou der ist sooooooo schön
    lg Enga

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  21. Rose MarieMarch 21, 2010 at 10:28 AM

    Wonderful and I do love the blue used throughout.

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  22. MichelleMarch 22, 2010 at 12:31 PM

    That is so pretty -- I can see why you had to bring it home with you!

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