A luxurious, thick pile, handmade Amish rug
Our thick pile rugs are loomed by hand. They feel great underfoot . . . and they are beautiful!
Approximate dimensions: 27” X 41″ – $140.00
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Amish Rug
A luxurious, thick pile, handmade Amish rug
Our thick pile rugs are loomed by hand. They feel great underfoot . . . and they are beautiful!
Approximate dimensions: 27” X 42” -$140.00
Amish Rug
A luxurious, thick pile, handmade Amish rug
Our thick pile rugs are loomed by hand. They feel great underfoot . . . and they are beautiful!
Approximate dimensions: 27″ X 40″ – $140.00
Amish Rug
Handmade hand loomed Amish rug
This hand loomed scatter rug is a tight weave, color fast and very rugged.
Approximate dimensions: 27″ X 40″ – $140.00
Amish Rug
Handmade hand loomed Amish rug
This hand loomed scatter rug is a tight weave, color fast and very rugged.
Approximate dimensions are 27″ X 48 – $105.00
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Our Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this potholder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics.
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ – $30.00 (for the pair)
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Our Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this potholder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics. – Item 21
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ – $30.00 (for the pair)
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Our Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this potholder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics.
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ – $30.00 (for the pair)
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Our Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this potholder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics.
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ – $30.00 (for the pair)
Double Wedding Ring Amish Baby Quilt – Calico
Double Wedding Ring Baby Quilt
Here’s a Double Wedding Ring baby quilt one has been scaled down to baby size. This quilt was created using calico fabrics in shades of pink, yellow and green. Fabrics are dye fast and pieced over a white background. The edges are scalloped and hand bound. Hand quilted flowers are featured in the centers of the rings.
Approximate dimensions: 42″ X 53″ – $275.00
Please note that there is no hanging loop at the back of this quilt. Also note that the photos are representative of this quilt pattern, but please remember that all quilts are different.
Quilts: The Folk Art of the Amish – Part of 7 of 8
Quilts: The Folk Art of the Amish – Part of 7 of 8
Block Quilt Patterns
Tumbling Blocks Amish Quilt
Block patterns are the purest and most prevalent of pieced quilts. When you think of traditional block patterns consider the variations: the Tumbling Blocks pattern, the many variations on a Nine Patch pattern, the Pinwheel pattern, the Snail Trail pattern, the Irish Chain and of course the numerous Patchworkquilts patterns we all know. Block patterns are deceptively difficult to make because the quilter must perfectly piece every aspect of every block in the pattern. It’s said that block patterns are
Postage Stamp Amish Quilt
popular among hand quilters because they leave nice open spaces in which to show off the maker’s hand quilting. Block patterns are popular among quilt lovers because the patterns lend themselves to a wide variety of color combinations and fabrics.
Amish Schoolhouse Quilt
Our Postage Stamp Amish quilt is a great example of how the quilter’s use of color and fabric can create an interesting variation on a traditional Nine Patch quilt pattern.
Log Cabin Amish Quilt
Log Cabin Barn Raising Amish quilt with Maple Leaf pattern
The Log Cabin is among the most versatile of quilt patterns. The Log Cabin Barn Raising variation is a perfect example. The maker strategically pieced the “logs” of fabric to create an overall radiating pattern. She used a wide array of print fabrics for the colorful “logs” all of which are hand quilted. Also included in this quilt is a second pattern. The maker pieced a row the traditional Maple Leaf pattern to alternate between the logs. We think this quilt is visually interesting and full of texture. (Item 2151)
Approximate dimensions: 96″ X 107″ – $1,150.00
Quilts: The Folk Art of the Amish – Part of 6 of 8 – Wholecloth Quilts
Amish Folk Art – Wholecloth Quilts
A Wholecloth quilt is also referred to as an Heirloom or white-on-white quilt and is hand quilted in varied patterns. A few popular Wholecloth patterns include the Feathered Pineapple, the Amish Star and the Queen Anne Star. Admirers of this style of quilt often assume that this traditional and desirable pattern originated in the United States during “pioneer” days. In truth, the origins of Wholecloth quilt patterns go back further than you might think.
Examples of prized Wholecloth quilts are found within European royal houses as early as the 17th century. By the mid-1700’s the middle class was ordering Wholecloth quilts for their own homes. It was said that to own something that required such a high standard of workmanship was a sign of affluence.
By the mid 18th century this pattern had worked its way to American shores, sometimes in conjunction with the “trapunto” technique: a decorative stuffing or padding of quilted areas producing a raised surface.
As for Amish hand quilted Wholecloths, only the most accomplished hand quilters and pattern makers can create Wholecloth quilts. Wholecloth patterns typically take twice the time it takes to create a patchwork quit. Some require 1,000 or more yards of thread to complete the extensive hand quilting. We once sold a king size Heirloom in which 1,400 years of thread were used!
Pineapple Wholecloth Amish Quilt
Rare and unusual Pineapple Wholecloth Amish quilt
This unique Pineapple Wholecloth quilt was created using a seamless piece of unbleached muslin that is off-white in color. We have had this quilter’s Feathered Pineapple quilts in the past, but this quilt is one of a kind. It contains more quilting, a wider array of patterns of varying difficulty and is overall a much more intricate design. We love the way that this quilt drapes – be sure to have a look at the photos of the sides and borders of this quilt. Quilting is precise and tight. This quilt maker’s skills are off the chart. This could be the most beautiful wholecloth we’ve ever had.
Approximate dimensions: 113″ X 114″ – $1,800.00
Quilts: The Folk Art of the Amish – Part of 5 of 8
Double Wedding Ring Quilts
Physical examples of double ring (or Double Wedding Ring) patterns in textiles can be found in museum collections dating as early as 1825. However, double interlocking circles, much like those seen in Double Wedding Ring quilt patterns, can be found on Roman cups dating back as to the 4th century 
A.D. This unique and difficult to execute pattern also carries names as varied as Rainbow, Endless Chain, King Tut and Friendship Knot.
This pattern is comprised of arc shaped pieces of fabric that are either cut from 
one piece of fabric or many small pieces sewn together to create an arc. Quilters with a good eye for color typically place contrasting colors at the point where the arcs meet. A quilter’s piecing 
combined with her hand quilted details give the rings depth and movement.
Log Cabin Quilt – Barn Raising Variation
A Barn Raising variation of a traditional Amish Log Cabin Quilt
The colorful “logs” in our Log Cabin Barn Raising quilt are made of a mix of traditional calico and paisley patterned fabrics, which are then pieced alongside lighter “logs” to provide for contrast within the quilt. Every strip that makes up each Log Cabin square is hand quilted. (Item 2020)
Approximate size: 103″ X 114″ – $1,050.00
Amish Applique Quilt
An appliqued Heart of Roses Amish quilt
The Folk Art of the Amish – Part 4 of 8
Amish Applique Quilts
As well as being among the most difficult and time consuming patterns to execute, applique quilt patterns are among the oldest. Applique quilt and blanket fragments have been found dating back as far as 1066 in England (the oldest surviving fragment is actually Egyptian and dates to 980 B.C.).
The word “applique” comes from the French and literally means “applied” or “fastened to”. Different cultures have used this technique for everything from family crests to depicting familiar flowers, animals and other items seen in daily life.
In the case of Amish applique quilts, once decided upon, the design is freehand cut and then hand sewn, piece-by-piece, to a quilt face. The quilter then hand quilts around each element to give it height and texture. A beautiful example of a quilt pattern with a rich history (and favored by quilters) is the Rose of Sharon Lily of the Valley quilt. Our photos illustrate how the edges of every element, no matter how tiny, are turned under, then appliqued onto the quilt face with even hand stitches.
While an applique quilt is time consuming to create, we certainly think it’s well worth the wait!
Amish Folded Star
Amish Folded Star pot holders in black, burgundy and ivory
Our Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder bound by hand. The many layers of fabric make these potholders great and functional decorative items. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics, this pair potholders are a mix black, burgundy and ivory fabrics. Item 8
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ (each) – $30.00 (for the pair)
Amish Folded Star Pot Holder
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
How about a little “kitchen art” for your home?
These Amish made potholders were created utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. they are bound by hand. The many layers of fabric make these potholders a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics. Item 4
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ – $30.00 (for the pair)
Wedding Star Amish Quilt
A contemporary twist on a traditional Double Wedding Ring quit pattern
Our Wedding Star Amish quilt for sale is a unique variation on the traditional Double Wedding Ring quilt pattern. The Wedding Star pattern has an 8 pointed star at the intersection of each ring. The centers of each interlocking set of circles contains hand quilted hearts – an important component of any Wedding Star quilt. Hand bound scalloped border. (Item 2145)
Approximate dimension: 96″ X 110″ – SOLD
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Pair of Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
How about a little “kitchen art” for your home?
Our Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder is backed with unbleached muslin is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this potholder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics, this pair of pot holders are a mix dramatic colors. Our pot holders are created using quit grade cotton fabric. Item 11
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ (each) – $30.00 (for the pair)
Radiant Star Amish Quilt
A Radiant Star Amish Quilt in shades of blue, red and green
This quilt is as close as we can get to a real star. It radiates energy via precise hand quilting. It is extraordinary due to a combination of elements: The piecing is perfect, the colors are highly unusual and beautiful and the quilting . . . just look at it. Even more, it’s not often you find patchwork piecing along with applique in the same quilt.(Item 1011)
Approximate dimensions: 101″ X 109″ – $1,275.00
Stars Over the Georgetown Path
Stars Over the Georgetown Path
The story of the Stars Over the Georgetown Path quilt pattern is quite interesting. Folklore suggests that this beautiful quilt pattern describes the journey of those seeking to escape slavery by traveling to and reaching the northern states and beyond into Canada.
In the middle of the quilt burns a traditional 8-pointed Amish star: a star of faith, conviction and courage. In order to avoid detection and recapture, escapees had to travel at night. They relied upon the stars to point the way north, as represented by the stars that ring the quilt. After the inner Amish star is the pattern Drunkard’s Path which represents the evasive maneuvers taken to avoid detection. Like the rivers and streams followed by escapees, the Drunkards Path is meandering and winding. This is a strong, beautiful Amish textile.
Approximate dimensions: 100″ X 110″- $1,300.00
Winners Circle Amish Quilt
A beautiful and contemporary Winners Circle quilt in a traditional calico print
The quilt maker is clearly accomplished with regard to the difficult task of sewing together curved pieces of fabric. An interesting point about this Winners Circle Amish quilt is that the maker didn’t create the curves from two sewn-together pieces of half curves. All curves are one piece of fabric. She hand quilted all of the pattern’s edges and in the open space between the circles, she hand quilted a feathered wreath. The maker chose a green calico print fabric and pieced it over a light background fabric. We think this is a perfect combination of colors, which also makes the the points, curves and circles of this pattern stand out.
Approximate dimensions: 100″ X 105″ – $1,030.00 SOLD
Winners Circle Amish Quilt
Winners Circle Amish Quilt
Anyone who loves a traditional Double Wedding Ring pattern will love this pattern. The Winners Circle is an interesting variation on traditional conjoined ring quilt patterns. The maker is a pro at the difficult task of sewing together curved pieces of fabric. An interesting point about this quilt is that she didn’t create the curves from two sewn-together pieces. All curves are one piece of fabric. She hand quilted all edges and in the open space between the circles, she hand quilted a flower. (Item 2155)
Approximate dimensions: 99″ X 108″ – $1,250.00
Radiant Star Quilt
A Radiant Star quilt in versatile jewel tones
Our Radiant Star Amish quilt is as close as we can get to a real star. It radiates energy via precise hand quilting. It is extraordinary due to a combination of elements: The piecing is perfect, the colors are highly unusual and beautiful and the quilting . . . just look at it. The maker is an amazing quilter, so take a moment, zoom in and really look at her work. Even more, it’s not often you find patchwork piecing along with applique in the same quilt. (Item 2090)
Approximate dimensions: 102″ X 110″ – SOLD
Folded Star Pot Holder in Paisley Prints
Great colors in this Pair of Folded Star Amish made pot holders!
Our pair Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder is backed with unbleached muslin is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this potholder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics, this potholder is a mix of paisley and calico prints in shades of black, green and gold.
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ (each) – $30.00 for the pair
Folded Star Pot Holders
Amish Folded Star Pot Holders
Our Amish made potholders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each potholder is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this potholder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each potholder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics. Item 22
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ – $30.00 (for the pair)
Folded Star Pot Holder Green Blue
Amish Made Folded Star Potholder
Our Amish made folded star pot holders are made utilizing various layers of fabric folded over and over. Each pot holder is backed with unbleached muslin is hand bound. The many layers of fabric make this pot holder a great and functional decorative item. They look great in your kitchen and protect your hands, kitchen and dining surfaces from heat damage. Each pot holder has a loop for hanging. Created using quilt grade cotton fabrics, this potholder is a mix of blues, ivory and greens.
Approximate dimensions: 7.25″ X 7.25″ – $19.00
Hunters Star Amish Quilt
Hunters Star Amish quilt in richly contrasted fabrics
The Hunters Star is a classic Amish patchwork quilt pattern. It is a pattern that appears simple. However, it is quite difficult to cut and piece this pattern. The difficulty of making a Hunters Star quilt is likely why you seldom see this pattern for sale. The clean lines that describe this pattern are deceptive and anything but static. This quilt morphs according to the viewer’s attention and point of view.
Created using three simple shapes (triangles, parallelograms and diamonds) the quilt sings sweetly. The maker chose colors and fabrics that work very well together. The combination is soothing to the eyes. This is a classic pattern with a contemporary look. (Item 2074)
Approximate dimensions: 98″ X 102″ – SOLD
Our Friends – Some Old Order Amish Quilters
T
he Old Order Amish are the largest group of Amish in America, and, in the world. There is no organization that holds these people together. Rather, they are linked by their faith and traditions.
The Old Order Amish are conservative, non-reform and non-progressive. We understand them by seeing them as entirely “off-grid.” They choose to be separate from the rest of us (off-grid) in order not to be distracted from their faith and from their way of life.
Our Old Order Amish friends love to laugh. They shop at WalMart, will ride a train or call a non-Amish friend for a ride in a car. They will not operate a film camera but if shown how to use an iPad, will do so 
with enjoyment. They don’t have telephones, but 
if you leave a message the neighbor next door, they will return your call.
Their children are attentive, sweet and shy. When our Amish friend took her grandchildren for ice cream she had a large banana split. When this friend’s son was ill, he was brought to Pittsburg’s best hospital for tests.
Ted and Karen Milton
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Double Wedding Ring Quilt
A Double Wedding Ring quilt pattern in lively calico prints
We believe the Double Wedding Ring pattern is so popular because not only is it beautiful to look at, but it inspires thoughts of romance, marriage and family: of lives lived together. In this particular quilt, the artist chose to use a broad array of jewel tone fabrics. The maker hand quilted flowers in the centers of each ring. The linked ring pattern goes all the way to the edges of the quilt. All four sides of this quilt are scalloped and hand bound. A little tidbit for the quilters out there: this quilt was not paper pieced! – (Item 2084)
Approximate dimensions: 97″ X 111″ – $1,275.00
Amish Quilt Giant Dahlia Pattern
Giant Dahlia Pattern in shades of gray and burgundy
The Giant Dahlia quilt pattern has become one of our most popular quilts. It’s a beautiful and versatile pattern and it happens to be very difficult to make. There are curves within sewn together curves, which the maker must piece perfectly to create the Giant Dahlia pattern. (Item 2168)
Approximate dimensions: 102″ X 115″- $1,250.00
Hunters Star Amish Quilt
Hunters Star Amish quilt in black and white
Here is a beautifully pieced Hunters Star quilt. The lines are clean, however, the more you look the more you see. The quilts morphs according to the viewer’s attention and point of view. Created using three simple shapes (triangles, parallelograms and diamonds) the quilt sings sweetly. The combination of fabric and pattern is soothing to the eyes. This is a classic pattern and a classy quilt. (Item – 2136)
Approximate dimensions: 98″ X 110″ – $1,225.00
Amish Colors Quilt 9 Patch Infant
Amish Colors Quilt for infants – 9 Patch pattern
The artist created this Nine Patch baby quilt in an array of traditional Amish colors. She used various shades of red, blue, green and purple to create the alternating Nine Patch Squares. The background fabric of this quilt is black and contrasted with teal sash work. A hand quilted rope pattern fills the border to complete this gorgeous baby quilt.
Approximate dimensions: 38″ X 46″ – $250.00 SOLD
Amish 9 Patch Baby Quilt
Amish 9 Patch Baby Quilt over black background with purple accents
The artist created this Nine Patch baby quilt in an array of traditional Amish colors. She used various shades of red, blue, green and purple to create the alternating Nine Patch Squares. The background fabric of this quilt is black and contrasted with purple sash work. A hand quilted rope pattern fills the border to complete this gorgeous baby quilt.
Approximate dimensions: 38″ X 46″ – $250.00 SOLD
9 Patch Infant Quilt Over Black
Interesting 9 Patch Infant quilt over a rich black background.
The artist created this Nine Patch infant quilt in an array of traditional Amish colors. She used various shades of red, blue, green and purple to create the alternating Nine Patch Squares. The background fabric of this quilt is black and contrasted with dark green sash work. A hand quilted rope pattern fills the border to complete this gorgeous baby quilt.
Approximate dimensions: 38″ X 46″ – $250.00
9 Patch Infant Quilt with Hearts
A 9 Patch Infant Quilt in traditional Amish colors
The artist created this Nine Patch infant quilt in an array of traditional Amish colors. She used various shades of red, blue, green and purple to create the alternating Nine Patch Squares. The background fabric of this infant quilt is deep blue and contrasted with black sash work. The solid blue squares between the Nine Patch squares are embellished with hand quilted hearts. A twist pattern is hand quilted in the black sash work of the quilt. A hand quilted rope pattern fills the border to complete this gorgeous baby quilt.
Approximate dimensions: 38″ X 46″ – $250.00 SOLD
Amish 9 Patch Quilt
A beautiful Amish 9 Patch quilt with appliqued hearts
This is a gorgeous 9 Patch Amish quilt, with a little extra! The maker used a wide array of earth tone colors and fabrics. A “typical” 9 Patch Amish quilt has open space between the colorful Patch squares. In the case of this quilt, the quilter took the extra step of placing appliqued hearts in each open square – all in colors and fabrics that coordinate with the 9 Patch squares. There is so much hand quilting in this quilt. In addition to hand quilting around every appliqued heart, you’ll see that every side of each of the 9 squares of fabric that make up 9 Patch squares is hand quilted.
Approximate dimensions: 99″ X 110″ – $1,250.00
Giant Dahlia Quilt
A Giant Dahlia quilt in shades of teal and green
The Giant Dahlia has become one of our most popular quilts and it’s easy to see why. It’s beautiful but it happens to be very difficult to make. There are curves within sewn together curves, which the maker must piece perfectly to create the Giant Dahlia. This quilt is heavily hand quilted with patterns including feathered hearts, crosshatch and garlands. (Item 2169)
Approximate dimensions: 102″ X 115″ – $1,250.00
9 Patch Calico Quilt
An Amish 9 Patch Calico Quilt – heavily hand quilted and perfectly pieced
Our Amish 9 Patch Calico quilt is perfectly pieced. The maker hand quilted all four sides of each square of calico fabric. Every 9 Patch square is set off by adjacent squares, in which the maker hand quilted flower medallions. The hand quilted squares nicely compliment the colorful 9 Patch squares. The wide border of the quilt is heavily hand quilted on all sides.
Approximate dimensions: 96″ X 110″ – $1,100.00
Moonglow Amish Quilt
An Amish Made Moonglow Quilt in Glowing Jewel Tones
The Moonglow is an outrageously difficult quilt to make and as such, we had one artist who was adept at and loved making this Jinny Beyer design. When she retired from making this very popular quilt a few years ago we never thought we’d find someone else who was able to make such a complex quilt. The new maker is definitely up to the task. Her quilt is a masterpiece made with a blend of Jinny Beyer and other quilt grade cottons. Her color selection is a mix of muted blues, purples and greens over a black shadow pattern fabric. Her border stands out just as much as the star medallions. In between her sash work, she pieced together a modified fence rail pattern using the fabrics that make up the stars. Stars are pieced, not appliqued. And for lovers of quilts, here’s an interesting tidbit: the maker did NOT paper piece this quilt!
Please also note that this is the last Moonglow quilt we will have in stock for the next 12 months.
Approximate dimensions: 112″ X 112″ – $1,650
Log Cabin Barn Raising Quilt
An interesting Log Cabin Barn Raising quilt in rich calico prints
Our Barn Raising Log Cabin, whether seen on a sunny day, gray day or at night lit by the glow of a bedside lamp, is very warm, cozy, inviting and comforting. The maker created this quilt using a wide variety of calico prints in jewel tone shade. These fabrics create interesting patterns throughout the quilt: some you see outright and some appear depending upon where you are and how you look at the quilt (directly or indirectly). This quilt is expertly pieced. Hand quilting on the “logs” is in the ditch. The background fabric of this quilt is a light tan and heavily hand quilted with a feathered garland pattern.
Approximate dimensions: 100″ X 116″ – $1,175.00 SOLD
Hand Loomed Amish Rug
A colorful hand loomed Amish rug
The weaver used a wide variety of colors to create this plush rug. Color pallet includes burgundy, various shades of blue, gray, green and tan.
Approximate dimensions: 25″ X 40″ – $105.00 SOLD
Hand Loomed Rug
An Amish hand loomed rug in mossy green
This particular hand loomed rug is made of shades of green and gold. The artist wove the thread in such a way that the rug makes us think of moss.
Approximate dimensions: 25″ X 40″ – SOLD
Amish Rug
An Amish rug woven in shades of blue and green
The weaver chose shades of green and blue for this hand loomed rug. Added in are warm tones of a contrasting gray.
Approximate dimensions: 25″ X 40″ – SOLD
Hearts of Roses Applique
Hearts of Roses Amish Appliqued Quilt
Our Hearts of Roses applique Amish quilt is heavily hand quilted. The maker appliqued a large Heart of Roses over the central portion of the quilt. She also appliqued the same roses, buds and leaves across the pillow cover portion of the quilt, behind which is a hand quilted heart pattern. Finally, she mirrored the central applique with smaller bouquets at each corner. The appliqued roses depict the flower in various stages of bloom. All flowers and leaves are free hand cut and artfully tied together with embroidered stems. The maker’s fabrics visually blend well against the light, heavily hand quilted background.
Approximate dimensions: 102″ X 112″ – $1,250.00 SOLD
Lone Star Amish Quilt
A Dramatic and Different Lone Star Amish Quilt
Here is a special version of a traditional Lone Star Amish quilt – a pattern Amish Spirit Quilts is known for. It’s made, this time, only of black and various shades of gray print fabrics, pieced over an ivory background. It’s a very strong quilt. The fabrics are great. The piecing, while extremely difficult, is perfect and carries some of the very best hand quilting you’ll find anywhere. Most of all, there is a lot of extra thought and work that went into the design and construction of this Lone Star quilt.
The borders of the quilt are pieced with diamonds. They repeat the shapes and colors in the large central star. The top and the bottom are the same but variant on the sides to add visual movement. The sash work of the quilt is also special. Rather than a solid stripe of color or various strips of patterned fabric, the maker sewed together dozens and dozens of diamonds to make the strip of fabric she used for the sash work.
A beautiful quilt for a king or a queen size bed – and completely one of a kind!
Approximate dimensions: 103″ X 113″ – $1,550.00
Handmade Quilt Log Cabin Barn Raising
Handmade Quilt – Log Cabin Barn Raising Pattern
The “logs” in our Log Cabin Barn Raising quilt are made of an interesting mix of patterned fabrics. Every “log” has been hand quilted and the quilter added a wide border for cohesion. We think it adds visual interest and provides a little twist to this traditional pattern. (Item 2165)
Approximate size: 101″ X 114″ – $1,225.00
Double Wedding Ring Amish Quilt
A Traditional Double Wedding Ring Amish Quilt in rich jewel tone calico fabrics
Our new jewel tone calico Double Wedding Ring is beautiful. The Double Wedding Ring inspires thoughts of romance, marriage and family: of lives lived together. In this pattern, the quilter combined gorgeous jewel tones to give this traditional pattern extra life and joy. She also hand quilted flowers in the centers of each ring. The linked ring pattern goes all the way to the quilt’s edges. All four sides of this quilt are scalloped and hand bound. A little tidbit for lovers of the Double Wedding Ring quilt pattern – this quilt was not paper pieced! (Item: 2146)
Approximate dimensions: 98″ X 110″ – $1,275.00
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Country Quilts
We say, not your average country quilt
Country quilt. Country quilts. We hear this term a lot. Why? What is this quilt from the country? In fact, a few days ago our SEO service provider presented us with a laundry list of most often searched terms for Amish quilts. “Country quilts” is right up there at the top of list. While we’re always trying (or forced) to Google-please, we’re not even quite sure that this term brings anything stylish or attractive to mind.
The other day, a really attractive Bargello quilt came in. Many of you know this pattern as a flame-stitched fabric typically found on wing chairs. The first time we saw a Bargello pattern incorporated into a quilt we did some research. It certainly is an old and versatile pattern – used in so many ways. But, really, did it come from the American countryside? In truth this pattern goes back to distant European history, possibly as far back as the 1500’s. Most notably, it can be found in various Medici collections as well as the Bargello Museum in Florence. As a side note, another reseller somehow copyrighted this ancient design (no kidding). So in this case, popular and (er) “copyrighted” but a country quilt? We’re not convinced.
A few days ago, we got in two additional quilts. A Giant Dahlia and an Ocean Waves. Addressing the Giant 
Dahlia pattern, again, we just don’t see the term “county quilt” as applicable. So, off we went to again research. This is another pattern attributed to the early European history. It’s said that this is a variation on the Rose Window initially incorporated at the fronts of churches – a practice that began in the 1700’s. Rose windows were very quickly adapted for other uses (woodworking, fabric, weaving). And the Rose window that looks so much like our Giant Dahlia? It’s attributed to oculi typically found in ancient Roman buildings.
The Oceans Waves quilt currently on our website is a name variation on a Drunkard’s Path. It’s a traditional Drunkard’s Path pattern that the artist renamed. Visually, when she pieced the fabric, the transition resembled waves. This pattern’s history can hardly be considered your granny’s country quilt. Its roots are based in both the Underground Railroad and the Women’s Temperance Movement. Beautiful to look at, with a truly serious and meaningful origin.
While it’s all a matter of opinion and in this case, our opinion is an attempt to poke a little fun, we hope you enjoyed this little pseudo history lesson and will take a few minutes to hit our Quilts page and have a look at what’s come in.
Amish Star Spin
Amish Star Spin quilt – also (aptly) called a Spinning Star
An unusual color palette for this Amish Spin Star Quilt. We typically see Star Spin patterns in black and jewel tones. The artist took a different path this time. Her stately Star Spin is of green and bronze. The other real thriller of this quilt is the hand quilting. The corner and smaller stars are bound by hand quilted frames. The artist mirrors this geometric pattern in the cross hatch quilting around the central star. Look closely and you’ll also see feather patterns.
Approximate dimensions: 101″ X 112″ – $1,275.00
Bargello Quilt
A colorful and interesting Bargello Amish quilt for sale
This particular Bargello design is called Weaver Fever. The maker used fabrics in shades of purple, lavender and green to contrast within a complex pattern and create what appears to be three dimensional depth. The maker’s hand quilting emphasizes the pattern by mirroring the geometric piecing in this quilt. (Item 2057)
Approximate dimensions: 98″ X 107″ – $1,275.00
Moonglow Amish Made Quilt
Moonglow Amish quilt – heavily hand quilted.
For a very long time we worked with one quilter who was able to make this quilt. She made a few per year and was quite accomplished. When we lost her we never thought we’d find someone else who wanted to learn to make this very difficult and complicated pattern. We did find another quilt maker who honors her friend and creates only one or two Moonglows annually. She’s also very very adept with this pattern.
Made using Jinny Beyer quilt grade cottons. Each non-star square is comprised of more than 20 different fabrics. Lots and lots of hand quilting throughout. Have look at the stars and you’ll see that the fabrics are pieced, not appliqued. And for lovers of quilts, here’s an interesting tidbit: the maker pieced this quilt by hand and did NOT paper piece! (Item 2154)
Approximate dimensions: 111″ X 112″ – SOLD
Amish Applique Quilt
A gorgeous Amish applique Amish quilt!
Our Country Flowers applique quilt has a lovely surprise. Look closely and you’ll see the hummingbird hoovering above the central flowers. The humming bird, flowers, stems, leaves, bows and trim are all freehand cut and hand appliqued. At each corner of the central panel the maker repeated this motif with additional appliqued bouquets. And lastly, another bouquet with a garland on the pillow cover portion of the quilt. She skillfully placed hand quilting throughout the quilt. (Item 2097)
Approximate dimensions: 102″ X 112″ – SOLD
Amish Star Quilt – Wholecloth
Amish Star Quilt – a prized heirloom wholecloth quilt
An Amish Star quilt has a traditional 8 pointed star for the central medallion. An 8 pointed star conveys good fortune, love, hope, energy, fertility and harmony. Quilted by one maker, she incorporated many patterns into one quilt and hand quilted every square inch of this quilt. In addition to the Amish star patterns, she included ropes, twists and feathered garlands After looking at this quilt, is it any wonder that only the very best designers and hand quilters can create Wholecloth quilts?
Approximate dimensions:101″ X 108″ – SOLD
Amish Baby Blanket Starflower Pattern
Amish Baby Blanket in a traditional Starflower pattern
Also called an 8 Pointed Star pattern, this Amish infant blanket is filled with complicated hand quilting. Quilted patterns include braids, ropes, twists and crosshatch. This popular Amish quilt pattern is also called a Starflower pattern. The quilt is comprised of six panels. Each panel contains an 8 pointed star. Multicolored unisex colors include solid fabrics in blue, pink, yellow and green. Quilt is hand bound. Background is bright white. Each side of this quilt is hand bound in a different color. A great keepsake gift!
Approximate dimensions: 37″ X 48″ – $250.00
Baby Animals Amish Infant Quilt
Amish Baby Animals Infant Quilt – adorable and functional!
A Baby Animals Amish infant quilt created with lots of interesting hand quilting. Adorable embroidered animals. Each baby animal is hand embroidering, one in each of six panels. Baby animals include a puppy, kitten, bunny, duckling, lamb and fawn. The background fabric is a solid light blue fabric. A perfect gift for little boys! The squares are each bound by braided patterns. The border quilted pattern is of intertwined hearts. The quilt is hand bound. Pay close attention to the artist’s detail. You’ll see that she created a unique background for each animal. Each animal is in it’s own unique and interesting background. – Sold out but more are coming soon! $250.00
Nine Patch Amish Infant Quilt
Amish Infant Quilt in a Traditional Nine Patch Pattern
Our Amish Infant quilt is a perfectly pieced traditional nine patch pattern. The artist placed a hand quilted heart in the white space between each 9 path square. Unisex colors include green, yellow, blue and pink. The background of this infant quilt is bright white. All four sides are of different colors and are hand bound. Be sure to look at the detail photos. The artist’s hand quilting runs long each tiny square of each nine patch pattern block. She also positioned the colored squares within the baby quilt to create overall visual interest.
Approximate dimensions: 51″ X 37″ – $250.00
Amish Flower Garden Infant Quilt
Amish Flower Garden infant quilt in unisex colors.
Another amazing baby blanket (or quilt) – an Amish Flower Garden infant quilt. Great unisex colors include green, yellow, blue and pink, all over a white background. Be sure to look at the detail photos. You will see that this entire quilt is made of sewn-together hexagonal pieces of fabric. Each hexagon is precisely pieced to create flowers. Every single side of every single hexagon of fabric was hand quilted. Just an ingenious and gorgeous little quilt.
Approximate dimensions: 51″ X 37″ – $250.00
Lone Star Amish Infant Quilt
A Lone Star Amish Infant Quilt in unisex colors and heavily hand quilted.
Traditional Lone Star Amish Infant quilt is comprised of a great mix of solids and patterned cotton fabrics. Colors include greens, yellows, blues and pinks. The artist truly outdid herself on this one, in particular with regard to her hand quilting. She put in a wide array of hand quilted patterns including feathered flowers, cross hatch and braid patterns of two sizes.
Approximate dimensions: 38″ X 46″ – $250.00
An Amish Quilt-like “Pay it Forward”
Thank you, thank you and thank you again!
We hope you’ll humor us as we write our second “we have the best customers on earth” post but really . . . we do. We have met the most interesting, kindest, friendliest and sincere people since we began this mission of bringing Amish Quilt art to as many folks as we can.
Living in the northeast, we spent the last two days anxiously anticipating the big blizzard and accompanying 30 inches of snow – which thankfully did not materialize. Another of our clients lives further north and is experiencing the same weather pattern so we were happy to hear from her yesterday. Even happier to see the photo attached to her email.
We met Nancy and Tom over the summer when we stayed at their bed and breakfast, Best Kept Secret B and B. Nancy also owns and operates a custom sewing business, Tom Cat Designs. As you can imagine, there was much to talk about . . . and we did . . . talk a lot! We learned that the Double Wedding Ring Quilt pattern was Nancy’s favorite quilt pattern.
A few months after we returned from our vacation we left again for Amish country and low and behold, we picked up a Double Wedding ring quilt and of course, forwarded photos to Nancy and Tom. Nancy immediately purchased it and uses it in one of the guest rooms in their bed and breakfast. Yesterday, we received this photo of Gandolf the Cat luxuriating on what looks like he has assumed is his very own Amish quilt! Thanks again Nancy and Tom!
Just before the holidays, a package arrived from Jan. In it we found the two bags you see in the photo. We love Jan! This is our second set of bags from her. She makes them and sells them via her on line store Aurora Light Design. Really versatile bags with mesh bottoms – which is great for use at the beach (keeps us from dragging half the sand into the car with us). This time we were so excited to see the name of our company on one of them – Jan’s idea was that if we carry around a bag with “Amish Spirit” written on it, we can sell more Amish quilts to more people. At the very least, start a conversation about Amish quilts. We think Jan is great – and so are these bags!
We put a yoga mat into each bag so that you can see get the general idea of the size and overall capacity of each bag. She also kindly made a second bag by pulling Facebook photos of our family pets. Really really ingenious don’t you think?
Best sure to check out her Etsy shop HERE. Jan makes many beautiful things. These useful and attractive bags are just one example.
A big Amish Spirit-ed Thank You!
Amish Quilts Testimonials (from our amazing clients)
While we’ve been in the business of selling Amish quilts for a short two years, we have had the good fortune to meet some of the kindest, most genuine people who truly make us happy and grateful to have undertaken this journey. We often tell people that we have the very best, nicest and smartest clients in the world, and, from all over the world. Here are a few unsolicited comments. When you read them we’re sure you’ll agree: Amish Spirit clients are just the best!
From Janice M.: The handmade one-of-a-kind quilt is lovely, and a perfect wedding gift for my son and his bride. The couple was overwhelmed by the beauty and symbolism incorporated in its design. Thank you for helping make this happen for the newlyweds!
From Cathy S. (who purchased one crib quilt, then a second the following day): This is so precious and beautiful, I couldn’t give it away . . . . had to order another one for my baby grandson! Wow. What a rare handmade treasure! This one stays with Grandma!
From Jan M.: I feel so fortunate to have found your website and to have seen the quilt that I did. With your help I was able to give the gift I have always wanted to give to my son but lacked the talent and the time to make on my own.
From Franciene L: I’ve only just begun looking for a quilt for our bed. I do so many different types of handwork: knit, crochet, sew, embroider, tat. So, I appreciate the nature of it: women’s work passed from woman to woman, generation to generation. I stumbled upon your website this morning and honestly, would be honored to have any one of your quilts in my home. They are stunning. The work, the connection and the beauty they offer is overwhelmingly beautiful. Your quilts stand out dramatically.
From Victoria L.: Thank you for sending such an amazingly beautiful quilt! I have always heard that the Amish put one mistake in a quilt on purpose. This must be folklore because my quilt is flawless! We absolutely love it. We appreciate you both so much.
From Jan O.: As humans, we have been blessed with some “Greats” . . . . Michelangelo, Mozart, Jonas Salk, Einstein, Lindt Chocolate . . . and now Amish Spirit Quilts. The baby quilt I bought is just phenomenal. The colors are superbly soft and mellow, making a quiet but undeniable statement. Then there’s the quilting . . . . neat, consistent small stitches throughout create additional designs while emphasizing the patterns on top of the quilt. It’s unlike any I have ever seen – store bought or handmade. This baby quilt is so light weight it seems it should float but is generously warm and cuddly. It’s a delightful work of art. In fact, the back of the quilt has a sleeve for hanging so it can be used when outgrown. I can be persnickety and rather demanding when purchasing items and I have to say that this infant quilt far exceeded my expectations. What a pleasure this little quilt is. It’s going to be very hard for me to give it up!
Everyone here truly appreciates all of our clients and we thank you for taking this journey with us. Wishing you all much happiness, good health and peace in 2015!
Amish Quilts Are Art – You Bet!
As subscribers to Antiques and the Arts Weekly, we were happy and more than a little surprised to see a Baltimore Album Quilt at the top of the front page as part of the article “Reassessing the Revival.” Growing up in a family of quilters, we have always considered textiles – in particular quilts – to be art. Not crafts, but real art. The article references interesting textile shows and books that all bring to mind the question: why aren’t quilt makers and textile designers taken more seriously?
Could it be that the makers of this art are primarily women? Is it because this art form is practical and usable? Or possibly the “make do” characteristic of some quilts (think of quilts made of left overs, dress fabrics, etc.)? We clearly are not the only ones considering this question. Every few years there is a new show, another article, a new book that discusses the artistic value of quilts.
Many of the Amish Quilts we sell are of traditional patterns. They are treasured old quilt patterns that are handed down from generation to generation. We are always surprised to see, in these very old patterns, reflections of truly contemporary art. Below are two images: a close up of our 9 Patch Postage Stamp and a typical Mondrian image. You can view additional images of Piet Mondrian’s work via this Artsy link. We see so many quilts in his work! What do you think??
Painting by Piet Mondrian
Amish Quilt – 9-Patch Postage
Here’s another uncanny similarity – Op Artist Richard Anuszkiewicz‘s “Intrinsic Harmony” and one of the most traditional and recognizable Amish quilt patterns, the Red Center Diamond.
Richard Anuskiewicz painting
Red Center Diamond Quilt
The next time you consider or purchase a handmade quilt keep in mind that you’re picking up more than a quilt, a blanket, a comforter – you’re acquiring art.
The Gift of Amish Quilts
We couldn’t agree more – Amish Quilts make great gifts! Many thanks to Richard Cooke, Associate Editor at Signpost Magazine kind words about our products. “Holiday Gift Giving – Amish Quilts” is an insightful article. Be sure to read it and provide comments. And share, share share with your friends.
Baby Animals Infant Quilt
If you’re a lover of and appreciate embroidery, this is the quilt for you. The artist created this piece so that every detail is intriguing, including her “shading” technique, whereby she uses different colors of embroidery thread to create depth. Animals include a bunny, kitten, puppy, elephant, duck and fawn. Approximate dimensions: 38″ X 47″ – $250.00 SOLD
Overall Sam Infant Quilt
Overall Sam Baby Quilt for boys. This popular and traditional Amish quilt pattern is hand embroidered and heavily quilted. Our Overall Sam infant quilt features a young Amish boy carrying out typical tasks during his day. Be sure to click and view some of the detail photos. You’ll see the highly detailed images of flowers, fish and leaves. While the primary color of this Overall Sam Quilt is blue, there are many other colors and just so much to see! The images below are representative of our Overall Sam infant quilts but please note that each quilt is different.
Approximate dimensions: 35″ X 48″ – $250.00
We also carry the Amish Overall Sam pattern in a crib quilt. Click HERE to view.
Noah’s Ark Infant Quilt
Infant Quilt – highly detailed Noah’s Ark pattern
An infant quilt is a highly prized item within any family. A true keepsake. We’re sure you’ll agree that this is just a beautiful little quilt. Our Noah’s Ark baby quilt is not only adorable but amazingly embroidered. The embroidered central image depicts Noah’s Ark. As you’ll see in the detailed images, all the happy animals are embarking on their voyage. The artist put in lots of detail and filled this infant quilt with vibrant color. She hand embroidered, hand quilted and bound this beauty by hand. Animals include elephants, zebras and hippos. We especially love the giraffes. This is a unisex quilt, suitable for baby boys and baby girls.
Approximate dimensions: 38″ X 42″ – Sold but more are coming soon! – $250.00
If you’re looking for a traditional pieced Amish Quilt, be sure to check out our other infant quilts for sale. A great example is our Trip Around the World, or Sunshine and Shadows infant quilt. Or, if you’d like to see another example of this artist’s embroidery skills, have a look at her Squirrels quilt.
Double Wedding Ring Quilt
A Classic Calico Double Wedding Ring Quilt
The Double Wedding Ring inspires thoughts of romance, marriage and family: of lives lived together. In this pattern, gorgeous fabrics give this traditional pattern extra life and joy. This Amish quilt has hand quilted flowers in the centers of each ring. The linked ring pattern goes all the way to the edges. All four sides of this quilt are scalloped and hand bound. A little tidbit for lovers of the Double Wedding Ring quilt pattern – this quilt was not paper pieced! (Item – 2170)
Approximate dimensions: 94″ X 110″ – $1,200.00
Four Centuries of Quilts: The Colonial Williamsburg Collection
A new important book about quilts is being published this month, Four Centuries of Quilts: The Colonial Williamsburg Collection. A 368 page book more than 350 photos and illustrations. Keep an eye out for it!
Amish Hand Woven Rug
Plush and shaggy Amish Hand Woven Rug – great for any room.
Amish Hand Woven Rug by Amish Spirit. Rich gold tones, tans and grays make this Amish Hand Woven Rug a striking addition to any home. Shaggy, thick and versatile. This is a hand loomed item made by the same amazing artists who make our Amish Quilts. Great neutral colors offset by contrasting white stripes make this a real beauty.
Approximate dimensions are: 28″ X 40″ – $105.00 SOLD
Remember, we never charge for shipping our woven rugs. Take advantage and buy a few!
Amish Hand Woven Rug – Multi
An Amish hand woven rug in neutral grays, black and white
Our Amish hand woven rug is made by the same artists who make our amazing quilts. Great neutral shades gray are complemented with white, and, contrasting black stripes. The artist hand loomed various thickness of fiber to create this beauty.
Approximate dimensions are 28″ X 40″ – SOLD
And remember, Amish Spirit ships all rugs at no charge to you. Buy one for you . . . and a friend.
Amish Hand Woven Rugs – Multi/Black
Our Amish Hand Woven Rugs are created by the same artists who make our amazing Quilts. We think you’ll agree that they are just as talented in this medium. This particular multicolor hand woven rug has a bold black stripe running through it. The artist also skillfully uses many different weights of threat and yarn. Colors include red, various shades of blue, black, tan, orange and yellow.
This beauty measures approximately dimensions are: 25″ X 40″ – SOLD
We offer free shipping on all of our Amish Hand Woven Rugs so be sure to view them all!
Country Peacocks Amish Quilt
Country Peacocks in an appliqued Amish quilt
Our Country Peacocks appliqued quilt is filled with fabrics of deeply saturated jewel tones. Freehand cut pieces of fabric form flowers, leaves and peacocks. All components are appliqued onto a light background so that they really stand out and draw attention to the hand quilting. As with all applique, our Country Peacocks quilt was a time consuming quilt to design and finish – but we think it was well worth the wait. (Item 2167)
Approximate dimensions: 103″ X 112″ – $1,350.00