Had a Duh quilting moment lately?
#21
Before it was called a "swastika" it was a very popular quilt block pre-WWII. My sister actually has an antique quilt that was handed down in the family that has that design on it.
The first time I saw the quilt on her daybed I was taken aback. But then when I researched it I found out the history of the design.
The Sanskrit word "svastika" (notice the different spelling) means well-being.
Unfortunately, Hitler ruined it by using it as his symbol, so we can't use it now.
The first time I saw the quilt on her daybed I was taken aback. But then when I researched it I found out the history of the design.
The Sanskrit word "svastika" (notice the different spelling) means well-being.
Unfortunately, Hitler ruined it by using it as his symbol, so we can't use it now.
#22
Originally Posted by sahm4605
Originally Posted by mzsooz
I read somewhere the before the Swastika was adapted for ugliness it was actually a religious symbol. Maybe you can just think of this when you look at it!
When ever I see the swastika I remember my grandfather who fought in WW2, and that we must never forget how Hitler as well as many other dictators oppress their people, and how they came into power. Through the promise of change.
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Originally Posted by M.I.Late
Originally Posted by montanaquilter
i see it too!! well hate to tell you but you'll always see it and be bothered by it so you'd better choose a different block. how about a log cabin block?
anyway, you have an excellent idea going on here and i think i'll give it a try myself!! thanks for the inspiration.
anyway, you have an excellent idea going on here and i think i'll give it a try myself!! thanks for the inspiration.
Very cute with the heart :D
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