Antique triple Irish Chain by G'ma

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03-04-2011, 05:36 PM

LeslieFrost

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I've been meaning to post this for awhile. My maternal grandmother was a seamstress and quilter. This quilt came to me from her things. It is very thin now, but holding together well. Orange is not my favorite color, but I love to look at the old prints. It is hand quilted.

There is no separate binding -- the backing is just wrapped around to the front and sewed down.

An attempt to show her quilting

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Size is about a double bed comforter

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03-04-2011, 05:37 PM

cctx.

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Beautiful, a real treasure!

03-04-2011, 05:41 PM

emerald46

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What a precious treasure! I do love orange.

03-04-2011, 05:41 PM

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Oh, it's wonderful!
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03-04-2011, 05:42 PM

mygirl66

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I love it! Orange is my favorite color!

03-04-2011, 05:43 PM

Lucymae

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A work of art. Thanks for sharing What an heirloom. :-)

03-04-2011, 05:44 PM

fleurdelisquilts.com

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Beautiful work of art. Can you imagine hand quilting that? The lines are so straight and even. I can't see that straight! Treasure it forever.

03-04-2011, 05:44 PM

erstan947

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Grandma's quilts are the best:)

03-04-2011, 05:49 PM

grammy6

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Beautiful! Love the pattern, the fabrics, and the amazing quilting. The orange gives it a "Wow" factor! You're so lucky to have this quilt...such a treasure. :thumbup: