Baltimore Appliqué Society
Founded in Baltimore, MD, in 1993 to preserve antique quilts and promote the art of appliqué
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BAS Sunday February 8th, 2026, 2:00-4:00pm - In-Person and Zoom |
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Please join us on Sunday February 8th at 2:00pm for Using the Silhouette Cameo or Silhouette Cameo Cutter for Applique presented by Annabelle Jankowiak From Annabelle: "Like many others, I started my life with all sorts of projects. In the 60’s it was Crewel, Macrame and Crochet, in the 70’s crafting holiday projects, and Cross Stitch in the 80’s. In 1991 I attended my first quilt show, and that was the end of all those other needle works. There was one quilt in this show that had me heading for the nearest quilt shop to sign up for lessons. By 2005 I had become an “Extreme Piecer” all by machine. By the end of 2024, I had completed 300 quilts." "In 2006, I started to work on applique quilts with prepared edges and invisible machine applique. Most of these quilts are waiting to be completed. From 2009-2017 I made and completed Dear Jane, The Splendid Sampler, and Just Takes 2. These each had small applique blocks that needed to be stitched by hand. That was all it took for me to jump into applique quilts. Today, applique work takes up about 90% of my quilting time and I enjoy every minute of it." "Also in 2006, making quilts took on a whole new meaning for me as I joined a guild and became very active with this group. In addition to sewing as many hours as I can per day, I also spend my time volunteering for Faithful Circle Quilters (in Downers Grove, IL). I have organized several bus trips and local events for this guild, held various leadership roles, and have also arranged a multitude of weekend retreats for groups of friends. My door is always open to fellow guild members when they seek help with patterns and fabric, and it’s fun when anyone stops over to have some quilty talk. This time spent with fellow quilters provides me with a rich and rewarding Quilt Life." The in-person meeting will take place at: The Meeting House5885 Robert Oliver Place Columbia, Maryland 21045 | |
Quaker Baltimore Album, Date 1850
The pattern from this antique quilt was produced by members of the Baltimore Appliqué Society, compliments of Debby Cooney and Ronda H. McAllen whose research reflects that there were Quakers, who lived in Maryland and the Baltimore area from the late 17th century. Many Quaker women were dedicated quiltmakers, using silks in the somber hues of their dresses as well as colorful glazed chintz furnishing fabrics. This Baltimore Album quilt reflects names that show the Quakers participated in making some of the over 400 quilts completed between about 1844 and 1858 that are known today. The high-style blocks, ruched roses in baskets and bouquets, chintz appliqué, plus simple appliqués and piecework, are all nicely balanced to create a handsome gift or memento of friendship or kinship ties.
Quilt size 88” x 75”. Legible Names on the Quaker Baltimore Album quilt are Hannah S. Atkinson, Elizabeth Herica, Louisa Morgan, Thomas Morgan, Sarah Ann Atkinson, and initials CC or GG dated 1850.
The price for the pattern is $50.00 + $12.00 shipping (MD residents will also be charged 6% state sales tax). Proceeds from the pattern sales will go to the BAS.
Baltimore Applique Society 25 Year Anniversary Block
The Baltimore Appliqué Society, established in 1993, is currently celebrating its 25th year. Over the years BAS has raised money in a variety of ways, including making raffle quilts and creating patterns from museum quilts. BAS has provided financial support for organizations including the American Quilt Study Group, the Maryland Historical Society, the Marie Webster House, the Maryland State Fair, the Virginia Quilt Museum, and the Baltimore Museum of Art.
When Marylou McDonald was asked for possible ideas for a Baltimore Appliqué 25-year block pattern, she created this special pattern, "The BAS 25 Year Anniversary Block". The pattern is for a 20" x 20" block, and includes a flower from each quilt which BAS has produced. The 25 berries represent the 25 years of the BAS.
The price for the pattern is $15.00 + $1.56 shipping (MD residents will also be charged $0.90 state sales tax ). Proceeds from the pattern sales will go to the BAS.
Baltimore Applique Society 25 Year Anniversary Charm Stamp
Another Charmer is the 5.5” x 5.5" Custom Charm Stamp designed by Debra Gabel of Zebra Quilts. This is a wonderful block to experiment with. One can add it to a tote bag, pillow, t-shirt, or use it as a label, frame it, or add it to a quilt. The possibilities are endless! Proceeds will go directly to BAS. (The central patterned area is 4" x 4")
The price for the charm is $6.00 + $0.60 shipping (MD residents will be charged $0.36 state sales tax).
