Guest Post: Coverlet Magic
Today I am so honored to share a beautiful essay from Annie Brannon. Annie contacted me for information about an antique coverlet she had bought — I am no expert, but I know… Continue reading
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Coverlets in the American Civil War
A kind reader, Benecio Machado, made me aware of Civil War photographs that clearly show handwoven coverlets. He was asking what books I would recommend for learning about the coverlets of that era.… Continue reading
How to Read a Coverlet
A reader, Carol Ruth, sent me pictures of an overshot coverlet that she inherited from her mother, and asked what I could tell her about it. Her pictures revealed a lot, and she… Continue reading
Souvenirs from Washington
On our way to the Maryhill Museum of Art, we had time to meander and stop at little towns and scenic overlooks. In the historic district of Ellensburg, we had a delicious breakfast,… Continue reading
In Which I Get On My Soapbox Before a Young Antique Dealer…
…and he takes it with admirable grace. Last weekend we went to an antique festival in town. My usual routine is to cruise through quickly, snapping up anything I know I want, and… Continue reading
Rose Overshot Coverlet
This year is flying by and I have yet to finish a project, but I am buying enough textiles to make up the difference! This past week, my sister and great-nephew visited, through… Continue reading
Jacquard Coverlet
This is a double-cloth coverlet, woven in two panels on a Jacquard loom. The yarn is 2-ply wool in its natural cream color, indigo blue and (I believe) madder red. The colors are… Continue reading
Coverlet Mysteries
I don’t see as many woven coverlets for sale as I do quilts, but this is one I picked up back in the 90s. I’ve always thought of it as a small blanket,… Continue reading