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Welcome ejeco! That’s a beautiful quilt made by a very skilled maker. I have never seen this particular pattern before but agree with Tartan that it is a variation of a feathered star. Do you know who the maker was? Have you had it appraised? Do you know what needs to be done to maintain its condition? A quilt this spectacular generates a lot of questions!

It was made by one of my great grandfathers relatives. A few years ago I read a letter he had written that mentioned receiving the quilt. I need to find it again as at that time I didn't pay attention to the date. It has never been appraise and I'm afraid it's never been cared for or stored properly but is just folded and stuffed in a drawer. Some of the red material has tears or splits in a few places. I would appreciate knowing if there is anything at this late date to prevent further deterioration.

Thank you for the information!

What she said! I just want to say what a gorgeous treasure that quilt is.

Beautiful quilt!

I don't know the pattern, but I love the quilt

This is such a beautiful two color quilt! Welcome to the QB too! I would take it for an appraisal. Finding the letter would be a big help when it comes to the history of the quilt. Hopefully there is not a lot of damage to the quilt and a good restorationist can repair it. I am unfamiliar with the pattern but the beautiful stars and scalloped edges are a breath of fresh air. I wish you well with possible restoration. Again welcome to the QB and so glad you have jumped right in. Looking forward to hearing more on the history and the future of this beautful quilt.

That quilt is stunning, a true work of art. You are so lucky to have it in the family!

I agree that it looks like a Feathered Star in the blocks but not sure about the swag and tassel in the border. This is a wonderful treasure for you and it would be interesting to see what an appraiser would tell you.

I too would call it a Feathered Star with Swag and Tassel Border. I'd say it was most likely made for someone for a special occasion because it is all the same fabric, so it was planned in advance most likely with purchased fabric. The stitching looks very well done, with the straight channels I would think it was intended for use and not just as a display piece. So hard to tell with dots but I'd be thinking that color of red is after 1900 rather than before, but hard to say via photograph.

It may have been neglected but it has held up and is quite the family treasure. Next time you fold it, layout a preferably all cotton sheet on top of your bed, then the quilt, then fold up the extra sheeting. Fold it in thirds loosely -- this time, you can see the deep groove of the half fold. Keep everything loose and then place where it won't be crushed.

What a treasure! I agree with Tartan..Feathered Star and Tassel border. It is a work of art..museum quality.

I'm always amazed at the work of sewers from years ago. They didn't have all the gadgets, etc. we have and still turned out beautiful. What a treasure for you!

Thank you for all the information, what and amazing group! I'm going to take your advice and refold and store it properly. I really need to find the letter mentioning the quilt to get a more accurate date, it may have been dated as late a 1910. It is wonderful to have others appreciate something you cherish.

Welcome to this quilt board. Lots of knowledgeable people here.

That is one gorgeous quilt. The hand quilting is absolutely perfect. Lucky you to have it.

Thank you for the information!

Amazing. Someone really worked hard on it for a long time. It's probably some type of feathered start variation. The maker may have done some of the designing herself.

That is one that should be professionally appraised. You might be surprised. It's beautiful.

I don't know the pattern, but the quilt is a real beauty!!

What a beautiful heirloom to have! Thank you for sharing.