Bargello Amish quilt

The Bargello design, also called a “flame stitch,” was originally stitched into canvas and primarily used to make upholstery. In this case, a traditional Bargello pattern was adapted to create the Amish quilt you see here. The maker used an array print fabrics to create contrast within a complex pattern and create what appears to be three dimensional depth. Her hand quilting emphasizes the pattern by mirroring the peaks and valleys of this Bargello pattern. (Item 2220)

Approximate dimensions: 94″ X 104″ – $975.00

A twin size Star Dahlia Amish quilt

A beautiful Star Dahlia Amish quilt created using a light shadow pattern background fabric to set off the black Star Dahlias. The Star Dahlias are a classic Amish 8-pointed star. The quilter artfully tucked the middle row of petals to give each Dahlia an interesting raised texture. Beautiful to see and feel. The maker’s hand quilting is of tight consistent stitches. This quilt is beautiful from all angles!

NOTE: This twin size quilt was photographed on top of a larger quilt with a green border. There is no green fabric in this black and white twin size quilt. (Item 1032B)

Approximate TWIN SIZE dimensions: 76″ X 88″ – $600.00

Star Dahlia Amish queen size quilt

Beautiful black and gray Star Dahlia Amish quilt

A beautiful queen size Star Dahlia Amish quilt created using a light fabric to set off the Star Dahlias. The Star Dahlias are a classic Amish 8-pointed star. The quilter artfully tucked the middle row of petals to give each Dahlia an interesting raised texture. Beautiful to see and feel. The maker’s hand quilting is of tight consistent stitches. This quilt is beautiful from all angles! (Item 2222)

Approximate dimensions: 98″ X 108″ – $995.00

Bargello Amish Quilt

This Bargello pattern is referred to as a “flame stitch” and is typically stitched into canvas and used to make upholstery. In this case, a traditional Bargello pattern was adapted to create the Amish quilt you see here.  The maker used a variety of solid and print fabrics to contrast within a complex pattern and create what appears to be three dimensional depth.  Her quilting within the main part of the quilt emphasizes the flame stitch by mirroring the peaks and valleys of this Bargello pattern.  (Item 2192)

Approximate dimensions: 100″ X 109″ – $1,150.00

A gorgeous Drunkards Path Amish quilt!

Ascribed to the Drunkards Path Quilt pattern are several meanings: the Drunkards Path was meant to symbolize a drunk’s staggering walk. So these these quilts were made to promote the abolition of alcohol. Thus, the pattern became prominent in the late 19th century. Earlier this pattern was associated with the Underground Railroad: the pattern, by mapping routes and marking safe houses, was used to help escaping slaves find their way to freedom. One thing is certain, this pattern presents quilters with a challenge. The zigzag pattern made of curved pieces of fabric is difficult for all but experienced quilters.

Approximate dimensions: 99″ X 111″ – $850.00

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″ – $975.00

Giant Dahlia Pattern in shades of blue

This quilt may be underappreciated because the images we have are limited. Have a look at the close ups of the Giant Dahlia: the fabric in the dahlia’s center is whimsical and has movement. The center is set off by a solid navy, but what follows are three rings of petals comprised of subtle blue patterned fabrics. The last close up shows more clearly the outer petals of the Giant Dahlia. The superb hand quilting on the white fabric supports the architecture of the Giant Dahlia, which is another difficult quilt to make. There are curves within sewn-together curves which the maker must piece perfectly to create the Giant Dahlia pattern. (Item 2200)

Approximate dimensions: 102″ X 115″ – $1,300.00

A beautiful Giant Dahlia quilt

This Giant Dahlia, unfortunately, cannot be completely appreciated because the images are not sharp enough to show the beauty of many of its fabrics, none of which are solid fabrics! Look carefully at the close ups. You may be able to see that each light fabric is patterned. This Giant Dahlia quilt is delicate, it breathes, it moves. The patterned light fabric that surrounds flower is like a breeze. The Giant Dahlia pattern happens to be difficult to make: curves within sewn-together curves need to be perfectly pieced and hand quilted to create the Giant Dahlia. Composition, in this case the selection of fabrics, is masterfully executed by the Amish. (Item 2169)

Approximate dimensions: 102″ X 115″ – $975.00

A Star Dahlia Amish quilt in queen size

A beautiful queen size Star Dahlia Amish quilt created using a light fabric to set off the Star Dahlias. The Star Dahlias are a classic Amish 8-pointed star. The quilter artfully tucked the middle row of petals to give each Dahlia an interesting raised texture. Beautiful to see and feel. The maker’s hand quilting is of tight consistent stitches. This quilt is beautiful from all angles! (Item 2206)

Approximate dimensions: 94″ X 108″ – $1,025.00

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