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1950-1975
The Ozaukee Count...
Thiensville-Mequon ...

Date Made: 1950-1975

The Ozaukee County Quilt

Creator: Thiensville-Mequon Newcomers

Location Made: Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Machine Piecing, Hand Applique, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 62.5 in. x 77 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Cotton or polyester blend, Wool, Broadcloth, Other, Dotted, Floral, Multiple scrap, Print, Solid/plain, Striped, denim

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

This quilt was originally given to the Weyenberg Library in Mequon, WI. The library donated it to the current owner, the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts.

15-11-1222

KID: 15-11-1222
1800-1849
Wholecloth
Baker, Alzina

Date Made: 1800-1849

Wholecloth

Creator: Baker, Alzina

Location Made: Canada

Quilt Size: 85.75 in x 91 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt was donated to Family Sharing in Grafton (a thrift store), and was then donated to the museum. A note pinned to the quilt read: "This spread was made about 100 years ago by Alzina Baker when she was a girl living in Canada."

15-11-198

KID: 15-11-198
2000-2025
New York Geese
Bowser, Charlotte

Date Made: 2000-2025

New York Geese

Creator: Bowser, Charlotte

Location Made: Averill Park, New York (NY) United States,United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), Painting

Quilt Size: 28.50 in. x 52 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Cotton or polyester blend, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Other, Plaid, Solid/plain, lamee

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 designed to cover a yurt, a challenge project suggested by Linzi Upton of Scotland, UK and donated to the museum.

15-11-1280

KID: 15-11-1280
2000-2025
Crazy Quilt
Brooks, Ella Mae

Date Made: 2000-2025

Crazy Quilt

Creator: Brooks, Ella Mae

Location Made: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Machine Applique

Quilt Size: 81 in. x 80 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Cotton or polyester blend, Polyester, Broadcloth, Checked, Floral, Geometric, Multiple scrap, Novelty, Plaid, Print, Solid/plain, Striped

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection; The Black Diaspora Quilt History Project

The quilt was purchased from the maker and donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts.

15-11-2

KID: 15-11-2
Puff Squares
Brown, Martha Goeks...

Puff Squares

Creator: Brown, Martha Goeks

Location Made: Northfield, Minnesota (MN) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Hand Applique

Quilt Size: 47 in. x 66 in.

Quilting Techniques: Tied or tufted

Fabrics: Silk, Other, Velvet, Checked, Floral, Multiple scrap, Plaid, Print, Solid/plain, Striped

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1304

KID: 15-11-1304
1800-1849
Diamond Framed Me...
Cox, Jane Bowden

Date Made: 1800-1849

Diamond Framed Medallion

Creator: Cox, Jane Bowden

Location Made: Barnstaple United Kingdom

Contruction: English template Piecing, Hand Piecing, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 74 in. x 83 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Floral, Geometric, Multiple scrap, Print, Solid/plain, Striped

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts., According to the family history, the quilt maker was from the west coast of England, close to Wales. The quilt has typical Welsh quilting designs in a medallion format. The designs include: 4 hearts in the medallion and...

15-11-1309

KID: 15-11-1309
2000-2025
Amish Broken Dish...
Craig, Linda

Date Made: 2000-2025

Amish Broken Dishes

Creator: Craig, Linda

Location Made: Winnepeg Canada

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 28 in. x 52 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Batiks (for contemporary quilts), Geometric, Print, Solid/plain, Other, Lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 designed to cover a yurt, a challenge project suggested by Linzi Upton of Scotland, UK and donated to the museum.

15-11-1277

KID: 15-11-1277
2000-2025
Gees Bend Glitz
Darlington, Sandra

Date Made: 2000-2025

Gees Bend Glitz

Creator: Darlington, Sandra

Location Made: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PA) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Blanket, buttonhole, or other decorative applique stitch, Machine Applique, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), Embroidery

Quilt Size: 29.50 in. x 52.50 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Other, Solid/plain, Lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton from Scotland suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This is one of 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1287

KID: 15-11-1287
1930-1949
Friendship Quilt
Dilley, Minnie Alic...

Date Made: 1930-1949

Friendship Quilt

Creator: Dilley, Minnie Alice Toney

Location Made: Excelsior, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Machine Piecing, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 70 in. x 81 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Multiple scrap, Plaid, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Mrs. Dilley was married at age 21 or 22 to a man who had 9 children from a previous marriage. She was a very saving person, who canned and cooked and was very religious. She was a 7th Day Adventist, and never ate pork. She didn't believe in playing cards.

15-11-1696

KID: 15-11-1696
1950-1975
Brids in the Air ...
Dilley, Minnie Alic...

Date Made: 1950-1975

Brids in the Air Variation

Creator: Dilley, Minnie Alice Toney

Location Made: Excelsior, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 68 in. x 76 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Multiple scrap, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Mrs. Dilley was married at age 21 or 22 to a man who had 9 children from a previous marriage. She was a very saving person, who canned and cooked and was very religious. She was a 7th Day Adventist, and never ate pork. She didn't believe in playing cards.

15-11-1679

KID: 15-11-1679
1901-1929
Crazy Quilt
Dunn, Harriet

Date Made: 1901-1929

Crazy Quilt

Creator: Dunn, Harriet

Location Made: Ohio (OH) United States

Contruction: Foundation Piecing, Hand Piecing, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 72 in. x 78 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Wool, Velvet, Multiple scrap, Plaid, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Quilt was donated to the museum by Maggi Gordon. Maggi purchased it from Blackwolf Antiques in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, in 2003., The four corner blocks of the quilt contain four fans each in the block corners.

15-11-2011

KID: 15-11-2011
1901-1929
Crazy Quilt
Dunn, Harriett

Date Made: 1901-1929

Crazy Quilt

Creator: Dunn, Harriett

Location Made: Ohio (OH) United States

Contruction: Foundation Piecing, Hand Piecing, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 74 in. x 77 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Rayon, Silk, Wool, Other, Brocade, twill weaves

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Quilt was donated to the museum by Maggi Gordon. Maggi purchased it from Blackwolf Antiques in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. It was published in Warmin's Vintage Quilts by Maggi Gordon, page 193.

15-11-1

KID: 15-11-1
1901-1929
Nine Patch
Federman, Emma Wild...

Date Made: 1901-1929

Nine Patch

Creator: Federman, Emma Wilder

Location Made: Plainfield, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 66 in x 88 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-419

KID: 15-11-419
2000-2025
Moorland Rain
Figved, Deb

Date Made: 2000-2025

Moorland Rain

Creator: Figved, Deb

Location Made: Bartlett, Illinois (IL) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Hand Applique, Machine Applique, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), Embroidery

Quilt Size: 32 in x 52 in

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Linen, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Solid/plain, Striped, lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton of Scotland suggested the challenge of creating a Yurt made with quilted panels. This Yurt panel is one of 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts.

15-11-659

KID: 15-11-659
1850-1875
Pomergranate
Foote, Susan Shawue...

Date Made: 1850-1875

Pomergranate

Creator: Foote, Susan Shawuer

Location Made: Iowa (IA) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Hand Applique

Quilt Size: 71 inches x 83 inches

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Muslin, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1305

KID: 15-11-1305
Timespan
Red Poppy
Friend

Date Made: Timespan

Red Poppy

Creator: Friend

Location Made: Fontana, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Hand Applique

Quilt Size: 81 in. x 104 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain, Stamped

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts., Red Poppy quilt, was made from a kit sold by the Mary McElwain shop. On page 154 in the book "Wisconsin Quilts: Stories in the Stitches" by Ellen Kort.

15-11-1301

KID: 15-11-1301
2000-2025
Hip To Be Square
Harmon, Anne

Date Made: 2000-2025

Hip To Be Square

Creator: Harmon, Anne

Location Made: Stowe, Vermont (VT) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Blanket, buttonhole, or other decorative applique stitch, Machine Applique

Quilt Size: 31.5 in. x 53 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Silk, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Solid/plain, Lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton of Scotland suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This quilted panel is one of 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1285

KID: 15-11-1285
2000-2025
Heather Strippy
Reising, Irene

Date Made: 2000-2025

Heather Strippy

Creator: Reising, Irene

Location Made: Paducah, Kentucky (KY) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Strip/string Piecing, Other embellishment technique, rickrack

Quilt Size: 30 inches x 53 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Cotton or polyester blend, Polyester, Broadcloth, Batiks (for contemporary quilts), Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of seven designed to cover a yurt, a project suggested by Linzi Upton of Scotland, UK.

15-11-1278

KID: 15-11-1278
2000-2025
Paducah Thistle
Reising, Irene

Date Made: 2000-2025

Paducah Thistle

Creator: Reising, Irene

Location Made: Padukah, Kentucky (KY) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Strip/string Piecing, Hand Applique, Machine Applique

Quilt Size: 27 inches x 53 1/2 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Wool, Other synthetic, Flannel, Plaid, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 designed to cover a yurt, a project suggested by Linzi Upton of Scotland, UK.

15-11-1275

KID: 15-11-1275
2000-2025
Tweed Compasses
Lowseth, Shirley

Date Made: 2000-2025

Tweed Compasses

Creator: Lowseth, Shirley

Location Made: Rock Springs, Wyoming (WY) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 28 .75 in. x 52.50 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Other, Plaid, Solid/plain, Striped, lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1310

KID: 15-11-1310
2000-2025
Funky Chook
Merrill, Heidi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Funky Chook

Creator: Merrill, Heidi

Location Made: Clifton Park, New York (NY) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc)

Quilt Size: 29.50 in. x 52.50 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Other, Plaid, Solid/plain, lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 designed to cover a yurt, a challenge project suggested by Linzi Upton of Scotland, UK and donated to the museum.

15-11-1279

KID: 15-11-1279
1901-1929
Wholecloth Quilt ...
Mother of Gertenbac...

Date Made: 1901-1929

Wholecloth Quilt with Quilted Design

Creator: Mother of Gertenbach, Jessamine Socha

Location Made: Racine, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Quilt Size: 67.5 in x 84 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Sateen, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt was given to source by Jessamine Gertenbach when she entered the Alexian Village Retirement Home in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin during the 1990's. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-530

KID: 15-11-530
2000-2025
Eightsome Reel
Olson, Judi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Eightsome Reel

Creator: Olson, Judi

Location Made: Garden City, Minnesota (MN) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), One bead is included near the label on the back.

Quilt Size: 30 1/4 inches x 51 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Plaid, Solid/plain, Striped, gold lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 yurt panels designed for a challenge project initiated by Linzi Upton, Scotland, UK.

15-11-1293

KID: 15-11-1293
1976-1999
Grandmother's Fie...
Ozment, Fran

Date Made: 1976-1999

Grandmother's Field of Flowers

Creator: Ozment, Fran

Location Made: Kentucky (KY) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing

Quilt Size: 32 in x 34 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Floral, Geometric, Novelty, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-552

KID: 15-11-552
1976-1999
Grandmother's Flo...
Ozment, Fran

Date Made: 1976-1999

Grandmother's Flower Garden

Creator: Ozment, Fran

Contruction: Hand Piecing

Quilt Size: 15 in x 19 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Dotted, Floral, Geometric, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts

15-11-617

KID: 15-11-617
2000-2025
Nevada Kaleidosco...
Pickens, Kristina

Date Made: 2000-2025

Nevada Kaleidoscope

Creator: Pickens, Kristina

Location Made: Ely, Nevada (NV) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 32 in. x 51 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Handwoven, Plaid, Solid/plain, Woven Plaid & Lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton of Scotland suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This is one of 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1286

KID: 15-11-1286
2000-2025
Celtic Knot
Spingler, Sharon

Date Made: 2000-2025

Celtic Knot

Creator: Spingler, Sharon

Location Made: Helendale, California (CA) United States,United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Applique, Painting

Quilt Size: 27 inches x 50 1/2 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Hand-dyed, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 panels designed for a challenge project initiated by Linzi Upton, Scotland, UK.

15-11-1291

KID: 15-11-1291
2000-2025
Slinky
Starkey, Corey

Date Made: 2000-2025

Slinky

Creator: Starkey, Corey

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Other novelty technique, Embroidery, Painting, Other embellishment technique, Thread Sketched Motifs

Quilt Size: 32 in x 51 in

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Solid/plain, Lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts. Linzi Upton of Scotland suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This is one of 24 quilted panels created for the Yurt project.

15-11-658

KID: 15-11-658
1930-1949
Friendship Quilt
The women of the ch...

Date Made: 1930-1949

Friendship Quilt

Creator: The women of the church

Location Made: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Hand Applique, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 74 inches x 79 inches

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Muslin, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1312

KID: 15-11-1312
c 1930
Dancing Daffodils...
Thom, Ulrika Mallon...

Date Made: c 1930

Dancing Daffodils

Creator: Thom, Ulrika Mallon

Location Made: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Blanket, buttonhole, or other decorative applique stitch, Hand Applique, Embroidery, Flowers, leaves and stems are hand embroidered with the blanket stitch using the color of thread compatible with the fabric. Every daffodil has deep gold stitching in the trumpet to represent depth.

Quilt Size: 76.5 in. x 84.5 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts., Quilt maker purchased fabric at Schuster's and Goldman's Department Stores in Milwaukee, Wisconsin., The quilt maker was married but had no children. She made other quilts and some of them are in the possession of the W...

15-11-504

KID: 15-11-504
c 1930
Rose of Sharon
Thom, Ulrika Mallon...

Date Made: c 1930

Rose of Sharon

Creator: Thom, Ulrika Mallon

Location Made: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Blanket, buttonhole, or other decorative applique stitch, Hand Applique, Embroidery, Flowers, leaves and stems are hand appliqued with the blanket stitch using the color thread compatible with the fabric. She embroidered a French knot in the center of each large rose.

Quilt Size: 73.5 in. x 82 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts., The quilt maker was married but had no children. She made other quilts and some of them are in the possession of the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fine Arts. As a member of the Ladies Aid Society of Milwaukee, Wiscon...

15-11-506

KID: 15-11-506
1930-1949
A Trip Around th...
Thom, Ulrika Mallon...

Date Made: 1930-1949

A Trip Around the World

Creator: Thom, Ulrika Mallon

Location Made: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing

Quilt Size: 76.5 in. x 85 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Floral, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts., Quilt maker purchased fabric at Schuster's and Goldman's Department Stores in Milwaukee, Wisconsin., She made other quilts and some of them are in the possession of the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts. As a m...

15-11-439

KID: 15-11-439
c 1930
Garden Bouquet
Thom, Ulrika Mallon...

Date Made: c 1930

Garden Bouquet

Creator: Thom, Ulrika Mallon

Location Made: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Hand Applique, Gathering/ruching, Embroidery, Hand embroidery was used to make thin stems and stamens on the flowers. Details of the birds (feet, eyes, and beaks) were also hand embroidered.

Quilt Size: 68.5 in x 76.75 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Checked, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts., Quilt maker purchased fabric at Schuster's and Goldman's Department Stores in Milwaukee, Wisconsin., The quilt maker was married but had no children. She made other quilts and some of them are in the possession of the W...

15-11-503

KID: 15-11-503
c 1930
Bluebells (Variat...
Thom, Ulrika Mallon...

Date Made: c 1930

Bluebells (Variation)

Creator: Thom, Ulrika Mallon

Location Made: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Blanket, buttonhole, or other decorative applique stitch, Hand Applique, Embroidery, Flowers and leaves are hand appliqued with the blanket stitch using the color of thread compatible with the fabric. Fine stems embroidered with brown thread using the stem stitch.

Quilt Size: 65 in. x 78.5 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts., The quilt maker was married but had no children. She made other quilts and some of them are in the possession of the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fine Arts. As a member of the Ladies Aid Society of Milwaukee, Wiscon...

15-11-526

KID: 15-11-526
1976-1999
Hat Quilt from Gr...
Toebe, Catherine

Date Made: 1976-1999

Hat Quilt from Grandma

Creator: Toebe, Catherine

Location Made: Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Hand Applique, Other novelty technique, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), Embroidery, Other embellishment technique, ribbons attached to the top of the hats, lace attached to the bottom of each hat

Quilt Size: 64 inches x 78 1/2 inches

Quilting Techniques: Not quilted

Fabrics: Cotton, Cotton or polyester blend, Polyester, Broadcloth, Other, Checked, Dotted, Floral, Geometric, Multiple scrap, Novelty, Plaid, Print, Printed patchwork, Solid/plain, Striped, polyester double knit

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1331

KID: 15-11-1331
1901-1929
Oregon Trail, Kin...
Unknown

Date Made: 1901-1929

Oregon Trail, King Solomon's Puzzle

Creator: Unknown

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Hand Applique

Quilt Size: 71 in. x 87 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-753

KID: 15-11-753
1876-1900
Log Cabin
Unknown

Date Made: 1876-1900

Log Cabin

Creator: Unknown

Contruction: Hand Piecing

Quilt Size: 70.5 in x 74 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting, Stuffed work

Fabrics: Cotton, Muslin, Checked, Dotted, Floral, Geometric, Multiple scrap, Plaid, Print, Solid/plain, Striped

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Owner believes that it might have been made in Chippewa Falls, WI, by someone in the Colburn family

15-11-1925

KID: 15-11-1925
2000-2025
Shield
Upton, LInzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Shield

Creator: Upton, LInzi

Location Made: United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), Painting

Quilt Size: 32 inches x 53 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Solid/plain, gold lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 yurt panels designed for a challenge project initiated by Linzi Upton, Scotland, UK.

15-11-1296

KID: 15-11-1296
2000-2025
Celtic Drunkard's...
Upton, Linzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Celtic Drunkard's Path

Creator: Upton, Linzi

Location Made: Alabama (AL) United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), antler buttons are tied on

Quilt Size: 29 inches x 52 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain, Striped

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 yurt panels designed for a challenge project initiated by Linzi Upton, Scotland, UK.

15-11-1294

KID: 15-11-1294
2000-2025
Celtic Circles
Upton, Linzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Celtic Circles

Creator: Upton, Linzi

Location Made: United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Painting

Quilt Size: 29.5 x 53 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton or polyester blend, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Other, Plaid, Solid/plain, Striped, Lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This is one of 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1289

KID: 15-11-1289
2000-2025
Volcanic Disrupti...
Upton, Linzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Volcanic Disruption

Creator: Upton, Linzi

Location Made: United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Blanket, buttonhole, or other decorative applique stitch, Machine Applique

Quilt Size: 31.75 in. x 51.75 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Silk, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Other, Plaid, Solid/plain, Lame & painted

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton of Scotland suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This is one of 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1290

KID: 15-11-1290
2000-2025
Mad Muddle
Upton, Linzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Mad Muddle

Creator: Upton, Linzi

Location Made: United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Yo-yo, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), Embroidery

Quilt Size: 30 in. x 53 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Plaid, Solid/plain, Striped, Lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton from Scotland suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This is one of the 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1282

KID: 15-11-1282
2000-2025
Midges in the Bir...
Upton, Linzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Midges in the Birch Trees

Creator: Upton, Linzi

Location Made: United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Painting

Quilt Size: 29 inches x 33 1/2 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Solid/plain, Striped, gold lame

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 panels designed for a challenge project initiated by Linzi Upton, Scotland, UK.

15-11-1292

KID: 15-11-1292
2000-2025
Salmon Leap
Upton, Linzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

Salmon Leap

Creator: Upton, Linzi

Location Made: United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Machine Applique, blanket stitching was used in the machine applique

Quilt Size: 28 3/4 inches x 53 inches

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Other, Broadcloth, Other, Plaid, Solid/plain, Striped, lame, chambrey

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt is one of 24 designed to cover a yurt, a project suggested by Linzi Upton of Scotland, UK.

15-11-1281

KID: 15-11-1281
2000-2025
5 Bar Gate
Upton, Linzi

Date Made: 2000-2025

5 Bar Gate

Creator: Upton, Linzi

Location Made: United Kingdom

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Machine Applique, Painting

Quilt Size: 30 in. x 53.75 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton from Scotland suggested the challenge of constructing a Yurt with quilted panels. This is one of the 24 Yurt panels created for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1284

KID: 15-11-1284
2000-2025
Looking 4 Number ...
Weichsler, Connie

Date Made: 2000-2025

Looking 4 Number 5

Creator: Weichsler, Connie

Location Made: Virginia Beach, Virginia (VA) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Strip/string Piecing, Attachments (beading, charms, buttons, etc), Painting

Quilt Size: 30 in. x 54.5 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Other synthetic, Broadcloth, Multiple scrap, Solid/plain, Other, Lame, painted tone-on-tone

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Linzi Upton of Scotland suggested the challenge of making a Yurt from quilted panels. This is one of 24 panels used for the project. It has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.

15-11-1288

KID: 15-11-1288
1930-1949
Around the World
Westing, Sophia Lue...

Date Made: 1930-1949

Around the World

Creator: Westing, Sophia Luella Roesch

Location Made: Potosi Township, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 77 in x 91 in.

Quilting Techniques: Not quilted

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Delores Reppert remembers being fascinated with her grandmother's quilt making., The kit was comprised of 5 shades of color and ordered from a catalog. , Mrs. Westing's parents lived in Grant County, Wisconsin.

15-11-1026

KID: 15-11-1026
2000-2025
Day Lily Garden
Zieman, Nancy

Date Made: 2000-2025

Day Lily Garden

Creator: Zieman, Nancy

Location Made: Beaver Dam, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Fusible Applique, Machine Applique, Painting

Quilt Size: 38.75 in. x 28.25 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Batiks (for contemporary quilts), Floral, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

This wall hanging is now part of the collection at the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts., "Sewing with Nancy" host/producer; founder of "Nancy's Notion's; Author

15-11-510

KID: 15-11-510
1930-1949
Building Blocks
mother of Jessamine...

Date Made: 1930-1949

Building Blocks

Creator: mother of Jessamine Socha Gertenbach

Location Made: Racine, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Each block is made of 25 (5 x 5) alternating blocks, blue and white.

Quilt Size: 73 inches x 92 inches

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The owner received the quilt from Jessamine Gertenbach when Jessamine entered the Alexian Home.

15-11-531

KID: 15-11-531
1901-1929
Building Blocks
the mother of Jessa...

Date Made: 1901-1929

Building Blocks

Creator: the mother of Jessamine Socha Gertenbach

Location Made: Racine, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Each 8 x 8 inch blocks contain 25 small blocks, 5 x 5 in alternating blue and white.

Quilt Size: 77 inches x 89 inches

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-532

KID: 15-11-532
1930-1949
Dresden Plate

Date Made: 1930-1949

Dresden Plate

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Hand Applique

Quilt Size: 66 in x 88 in

Fabrics: Cotton, Checked, Dotted, Floral, Geometric, Multiple scrap, Novelty, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Donated to the museum by the Darting Needles Quilt Guild of Appleton, Wisconsin.

15-11-1476

KID: 15-11-1476
1976-1999
Maple Leaf

Date Made: 1976-1999

Maple Leaf

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 61 in x 49 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Cotton or polyester blend, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1508

KID: 15-11-1508
Timespan
Crazy Quilt

Date Made: Timespan

Crazy Quilt

Contruction: Foundation Piecing, Hand Applique, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 67.25 in. x 85.75 in.

Quilting Techniques: Tied or tufted

Fabrics: Cotton, Rayon, Silk, Wool, Multiple scrap, Paisley, Plaid, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

This quilt was donated to the museum by the estate of Dolores Reppert.

15-11-2009

KID: 15-11-2009
Timespan
Wholecloth

Date Made: Timespan

Wholecloth

Location Made: Racine, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 67.5 in x 85 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Quilt was given to owner when quilt maker moved, and then donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts.

15-11-427

KID: 15-11-427
1930-1949
Churn Dash

Date Made: 1930-1949

Churn Dash

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 66 in. x 85 in.

Quilting Techniques: Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth, Checked, Floral, Multiple scrap, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The quilt was donated to the museum by Marla Kennedy.

15-11-515

KID: 15-11-515
1850-1875
Civil War Eagle a...

Date Made: 1850-1875

Civil War Eagle and Floral Applique

Location Made: Diamond Lake, Wisconsin (WI) United States

Contruction: Hand Applique, Reverse Applique, Embroidery

Quilt Size: 64.5 in. x 69.75 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Silk, Broadcloth, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

The previous owner, Nancy Rabe, asked source to give the quilt to someone in Wisconsin. The quilt has been donated to the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts. Her parents were Ivan and Gertrude Fay.

15-11-1308

KID: 15-11-1308
1950-1975
Cross Stitch Meda...

Date Made: 1950-1975

Cross Stitch Medallion

Contruction: Machine Piecing, Other embellishment technique, Cross Stitch

Quilt Size: 78 in x 90 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Broadcloth

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1510

KID: 15-11-1510
1876-1900
Brickwork Variati...

Date Made: 1876-1900

Brickwork Variation

Contruction: Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 69 in. x 84 in.

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting, Machine quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Geometric, Multiple scrap, Print, Striped

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1662

KID: 15-11-1662
1930-1949
Rising Sun Variat...

Date Made: 1930-1949

Rising Sun Variation

Contruction: Hand Piecing, Machine Piecing

Quilt Size: 62 in x 78 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

15-11-1645

KID: 15-11-1645
1850-1875
Mexican Rose Vari...

Date Made: 1850-1875

Mexican Rose Variation

Contruction: Hand Applique

Quilt Size: 78.5 in x 80.75 in

Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting

Fabrics: Cotton, Print, Solid/plain

Project: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts - Quilt Collection

Donated to the museum by Nancy Stecker. Her husband found it inside a trunk he took from the Town of Cedarburg Dump in the 1970s., The appliqued border on this quilt is very similar to the border on the other quilt found in the trunk (see A504)

15-11-229

KID: 15-11-229