Baltimore Appliqué Society
Founded in Baltimore, MD, in 1993 to preserve antique quilts and promote the art of appliqué
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BAS November 20th General Meeting - Zoom Only |
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Borders are sometimes the last thing considered in quilt making or they can be complex and elaborate. From simply pieced to beautifully appliqued, borders can enhance or detract from the overall impact of a quilt. This lecture explores the immense varieties of borders on 19th century quilts and how they were used by the maker. Lenna DeMarco holds a BA from University of Louisville and a Masters of Arts in Dance from UCLA. A former professional dancer and choreographer, she retired after 35 years as a professor of dance, teaching and performing both in Arizona and nationally. She currently spends her time in researching and writing about quilt history as well as presenting lectures, workshops and trunk shows. She is a past national president of the American Quilt Study Group and has served on the executive board the Arizona Centennial Quilt Project. A past president of Phoenix Area Quilters Association, she also held board positions on the AZ Quilters Hall of Fame and the AZ Quilt Documentation Project. She is the founder and facilitator of the AZ Quilt Study Group. For three years she co-authored with Anne Hodgkins the column “Vintage Views” on antique quilts for Quilting Quarterly Magazine . For several years she wrote a quilt history column for the AZ Quilters Hall of Fame Newsletter. Along with Anne Hodgkins and Lynn Miller, she co- authored “Follow The Thread – Quilts of the Desert Caballeros Western Museum.” Additionally, she has written for AQSG’s Blanket Statements and her research has appeared in UNCOVERINGS. In 2016 she was inducted into the AZ Quilters Hall of Fame for her work in preserving and promoting quilt history both nationally and in Arizona. In 2017 she was featured in QUILTFOLK, a national quilt publication. She has an extensive collection of antique quilts and textiles that she loves to share. |
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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).
