Quilt History Articles
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Patchwork and Quilting in Costume Exhibition
Posted on Wednesday, 25th October 2017 13:11 PM
Explore some of the items that featured in our first Friends of the Collection Exhibition, 9-13 October 2017.
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New acquisitions to The Quilters' Guild Collection
Posted on Wednesday, 25th October 2017 10:20 AM
Read more about some new items that have entered The Quilters' Guild Collection in 2017.
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The Denman College Coverlet
Posted on Friday, 13th February 2015 15:27 PM
Quilt Museum volunteer, Alizee Cordes, writes about one of her favourite quilts in the collection.
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October Quilt of the Month - Bloomfield and Wyatt Coverlets
Posted on Monday, 1st October 2012 00:01 AM
Read about this interesting pair of coverlets with intriguing designs and close connections.
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September Quilt of the Month - The Mary Prince Coverlet
Posted on Saturday, 1st September 2012 00:01 AM
This meticulously pieced cotton coverlet is our feature piece for the month of September.
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August Quilt of the Month - The Ladies Work Society Coverlet
Posted on Wednesday, 1st August 2012 00:10 AM
Read about this stunning appliqué coverlet made in the late 19th century.
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July Quilt of the Month - White and Yellow Wholecloth Quilt
Posted on Tuesday, 10th July 2012 15:47 PM
Despite the summer month of July, the recent rainy weather has inspired a warm and cosy looking quilt of the month!
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June Quilt of the Month - Celebrating the Jubilee!
Posted on Friday, 1st June 2012 08:47 AM
Welcome to our new website feature – Quilt of the Month. Every month we will showcase a piece from our Collection – and with over 800 items to...
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Exploring the Challans Coverlet
Posted on Saturday, 14th April 2012 12:23 PM
History student Claire Price delves into the history of one of the Quilters' Guild's most recent acquisitions. Read her fascinating journey...
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Advice on Quilt Care in the Home
Posted on Friday, 20th January 2012 12:44 PM
Do you have a family heirloom at home? Do you want to know the best way to care for your historic textile to preserve it for future family...