Vintage Patchwork Quilts For Sale
A patchwork quilt consists of a top layer of fabric pieces sewn together which form a design. Originally, the patchwork quilt was crafted to make full use of left-over scraps of fabric, old dresses, clothing and blankets. The designs of a patchwork quilt are often geometric and formal. The design is often unique left to the imagination of the quilter.
The Amish are famous for their geometric patchwork quilt designs creating unique patterns. The typical motifs include floral designs and heart shapes. The Amish and Mennonite women of the Pennsylvania Dutch country have been creating exquisite quilted masterpieces since the mid-1800s and possibly even earlier. Amish patchwork quilts are an expression of frugality. They not only serve a practical, functional purpose, but serve as a form of entertainment and socialization as well.
