Tag Archives: Quilts

Back and Forth Pedal Sewing Machines – NSM 9-21-15

Posted on September 21, 2015 by civilwarrose5

I’m sorry. I just couldn’t help myself. In a previous post I mentioned that I had found an ad on Craigslist for a treadle sewing machine, but it was referred to as a ‘back and forth pedal’ machine in the … Continue reading →

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Quilt Fashion Show – NSM 9-11-15

Posted on September 11, 2015 by civilwarrose5

I don’t quilt. Maybe one day I will, but for now I have zero interest. The biggest reason for this is probably because I have the best quilter at my disposal. I don’t remember when my mom seriously got into … Continue reading →

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Double Wedding Ring Quilt – NSM 9-3-15

Posted on September 3, 2015 by civilwarrose5

This morning I have a little help as I post pictures of the Double Wedding Ring quilt that my mom made for me a few years ago. Bissell thought it was his quilt since it had a ‘B’ on it. … Continue reading →

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Quilts in the Civil War

Posted on September 19, 2012 by civilwarrose5

You may have heard this before, but quilts have played many roles in the Civil War. The most popular use was along the Underground Railroad. Each quilt pattern had a different meaning, and the escaped slaves were well versed in … Continue reading →

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WIPs 8-21-11

Posted on August 22, 2011 by civilwarrose5

It’s been a while since I’ve posted pictures of my WIP. Mainly because I’ve been working on adding the blending filament to the angel’s wing. What a pain that stuff is to work with! The blending filament part is finished, … Continue reading →

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