Frugal to the last piece of fabric…..

Certain decades are associated with the frugal use of fabric.

I am hopelessly drawn to outrageous colours and patterns. So I had to share with you some photos from a recent event I attended. The fabrics are from the 1930’s but they have quality that still holds artistic value today, many years later.

American Depression Era Quilts were made in the most desperate of times when money was short, textiles were expensive and frugality was the name of the game.

Although it was a time money was short, colour was king….. anytime there is a depression, colour is turned up a notch or two!

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Washed and pressed

Washed and pressed and read for a new project.

I cannot resist vintage linens, Tea towels and tablecloths. I think it harks back to my childhood, visiting Grandma’s house for tea, all served on a linen covered dining table…… and you might have guessed I have a weakness for orange too!

Washed and pressed linens and read for a new project.
My collection keeps growing