"Dazzling Domestics: Late 19th Century Pennsylvania Quilts from the Collection of Carolyn Miller" at the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum. (Golden Colorado)
I was sorry I missed her gallery talk but hope to meet her one day. The collection is stunning.
So...few words in this post - lots of pictures.
The quilts are all in spectacular condition.
 |
| 76 x 85 c.1850 "The birds on branches have embroidered eyes. The top of the quilt, probably where the pillows would cover it, was intentionally left plain. A variety of leaf designs were quilted in plain spaces (alternate blocks). Small white binding was applied." |
Amazing variety of quilts
 |
| Stars sashed in Lancaster blue, green setting, red corner squares Many, many more quilts - - but how about some detail... |
 |
| How about some quilting by a zig-zag border? |
Love a knife edge
This red... I'd take a bolt!
The Exhibit runs through July 28th, if you are in the area it is worth a stop.
The exhibit includes "Darling Dollies"
More pictures later - - gotta run. Not much stitching going on this week.
Enjoy!!
Oooooh nice!!!!! Such a beautiful exhibit! I'm envious. I enjoyed seeing all the pics. I love that red fabric too -- so pretty!
ReplyDeleteWonderful display! I want that stars quilt! : )
ReplyDeleteThis is in Colorado? Wish I could just hop over and see it.
What an amazing collection!!!
ReplyDeleteYes to the red! Another bolt please...
ReplyDeleteSmashing! I see you have made your move. One of my favorite areas - my brother is in Colorado Springs.
ReplyDeleteHave not moved yet - flying back to California today ;-)
ReplyDeleteLove the pics of these quilts. Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBreathtaking ...wish I just could jump over the Atlantic ;-)).
ReplyDeleteMy gosh this takes my quilters breath away. I'm so excited for you that you could see these. Thanks for sharing some dreamy, inspiring pics even during your busy week. I am so in love with that red fabric by the way. You're cute - I'll have a bolt of THIS red! :)
ReplyDeleteWonderful quilts Dawn. Lucky you seeing that quality.
ReplyDeleteI like the quilt with the three flower pots east and west and three leaf stems each. Very different design.
ReplyDeleteI love the collection! Glad you got an opportunity to see it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing these beautiful quilts. Carolyn will be the guest speaker and show quilts in August at the Lone Star quilt study day.
ReplyDeleteOMG what a fabulous exhibit - thanks for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteI LOVED the Dolly set up - can't wait for more photos!!!
Thanks for sharing! Lucky you.
ReplyDeleteWow - maybe I need a roadtrip! I esp. love the 4 block - how unusual - and that bird border...have NEVER seen that. Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThe four block tulip quilt has my attention. Knew it wouldn't take long for you to visit the museum, stunning collection.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful exhibition, thankyou for sharing some of those gorgeous quilts!!!!
ReplyDeleteStunning collection! Reminds me of some exhibits in the mid-atlantic area I want to see this summer. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilts! Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteOh my, what a delightful exhibit! Especially love the last one with the vignette of dolls!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn :)