More Amish Quilt Sale Pictures
09-16-2011, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by just_the_scraps_m'am
what state is that in?
first time i have EVER seen a bargello at an amish sale!
usually see the old traditional patterns; i'm a little surprised--i guess they have to keep up with the times though...
first time i have EVER seen a bargello at an amish sale!
usually see the old traditional patterns; i'm a little surprised--i guess they have to keep up with the times though...
09-16-2011, 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by stitchinbee
Originally Posted by wvdek
My first thought was that the women in the second picture are Mennonites. Amish women do not to my knowledge carry purses, wear bright colors, or allow their pictures to be taken. However, all my Mennonite friends are ok with the above mentioned. Maybe they are from a not so strict Amish order.
I too was amazed to see the bargello and some of the others you say are Amish quilts. Very interesting.
I too was amazed to see the bargello and some of the others you say are Amish quilts. Very interesting.
09-17-2011, 07:04 AM
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We saw several things there that indicated the Amish are easing their rules a little. These people there are Amish but they use tractors on their farms. Some of the more strict ones left because of it.
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