QT812A Mosaic Quilt Top
c.1880
41 x 59 inches
Massachusetts
$375

This pattern is the precursor to the Grandmother's Flower Garden Pattern. This, as far as I know, is the only pattern that cannot be pieced by machine. Individual hexagon pieces are paper foundation pieced and then sewn together with the English piecing method. Because of the piecing method, the pieces should not come apart and therefore the quilt can be tied instead of quilted. We are showing you a closeup of the backing so you may see the method.

There are a huge variety of fabrics dating from C.1860 to C.1885. This is a pattern that was always perfect for scrap bag fabrics. Each piece measures 1-1/2", with the paper still inside each piece....sometimes one can find a date on these scraps.

Presumably this was to be a larger quilt. Well, as it turns out this is a perfect size for a wall-hanging..a sophisticated piece of textile art 🙂

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