Quilting inspiration and tutorials; dimensional wool and cotton applique; stories of quilts; applique patterns
For centuries Baltimore Album Quilts were considered the epitome of American Quilts. Crafted in the middle 19th century, Baltimore Album Quilts (BAQs) were in many cases the creation of professional needle workers selling completed blocks, pre-cut, or pre-basted blocks. BAQs traditionally used red and green colors with touches of yellow and blue. A...
A modern twist on Baltimore Album Quilts. Originally, each quilt block was hand appliquéd. Most had botanical applique designs
Marking tools make notations for designs and matching seams and are either permanent & temporary.
Formats available: ART, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PES, VP3, XXX. Detailed stitch-out instructions are included with recommendations for stabilizer, thread, needle size, fabrics, etc., as well as detailed how-to pictures and pictures of each design in the set. Each block design fits the 8" x 8" (200mm x 200mm) hoop and consists of a background fabric with one or more applique fabrics - this makes for a fast, easy, and fun project! This design set consists of 25 applique blocks plus 4 border applique designs (the border designs interlock so as to construct one long continuous border and has been designed for use with the Endless hoop). FREE bonus designs - 25 quilting motifs corresponding to the 25 applique blocks (included in the design file - the first stitchout of each design). The quilting motifs are sized for the 8" x 8" (200mm x 200mm) hoop. Note: you are purchasing the design files only, not a completed project.
Quilting inspiration and tutorials; dimensional wool and cotton applique; stories of quilts; applique patterns
Baltimore Album quilt with a pineapple block. See 4x5-2 below. For all you filing fans: Here's a list of the 12 BAQ's in my files that are set 4 blocks by 5 blocks. The Baltimore standard was a 5 x 5 set. Rectangular quilts with a grid of 4 by 5 or 6 by 7 are unusual. I found a dozen of these 4x5 rectangular sets How do I know it's a Baltimore Album Quilt? Usually it's because somebody else classified it that way. I look for distinctive patterns, the typical floral wreaths, eagles, etc. In the two above and below, the Major Ringgold Memorial with flags is a signature design in Baltimore. A few of the regularly occurring patterns aren't fancy. One is this variation of four pineapples. Here's a blow-up of the block in quilt #4x5-9 above, The black and white photo. The block repeats 4 times in that quilt. A similar version in a 5x5 BAQ that was sold at Northeast Auctions. It's fairly easy applique. These pineapple variations are classified in my Encyclopedia of Applique, page 70, numbered 9.70 to 9.79 9.74 was quite popular in album samplers and as a repeat block through the end of the 19th century 9.74 has a 4-lobed flower or 4-sided shape in the center. Click on these blocks and print them out 8" across. You'll get a pattern to fit an 10" - 12" block. This late-19th-century version with crossed stems has no number so I am calling it 9.71. Wouldn't you say that was a pineapple? Sometimes they are obviously a pineapple... Variation of 9.74 with that 4-sided shape in the center. 9.74 from Dr. Lee's BAQ Maybe this one doesn't qualify since it has no top knot. The names: Ruth Finley called it a Pineapple. Elly Sienkiewicz called her version Hospitality Margaret Matthews version of Elly's Hospitality, Encyclopedia of Applique #9.77
My friend Ann makes beautiful appliqué quilts. Although she is also a talented hand quilter, she asked me to quilt her Baltimore Christmas Album quilt for her. As I worked on each block I was so im…
Jaw-dropping awe. That was what I felt when I (Kara) saw my first Baltimore Album quilt in 2000. My quilting experience at the time consisted of a few Quilt in a Day projects (fyi: mine usually took longer than a day). Although I had done some embroidery in the past, I had never hand-appliquéd before, and the thought of doing just one block seemed daunting. I had mentioned my interest in Baltimore Album quilts to some friends, and for my birthday they gave me Elly Sienkiewicz's book Baltimore Beauties and Beyond. This book was the perfect starting point for me to try my hand at a Baltimore Album block. I decided to jump right in and do Lesson One, "Fleur de Lis, Pattern #1." Unfortunately, my knowledge of picking out a good background fabric was limited, so I used muslin for my first block. The fabric I chose for the appliqué was less than stellar as well, but I used what was available. This block wasn't too intimidating, and I really learned to enjoy the process of appliquéing. Being an orderly person, I decided to go ahead and do Lesson 2 in the book, which happened to be the "Wreath of Strawberry Leaves." It is a lovely block, but oh those leaves! The good thing is you get a chance to improve on your first leaf because you have so many more to do. The bad thing is you can tell where you were learning and where you finally got the hang of it. This block was not stored well, so it somehow collected a few stains. Fast forward quite a few years, about thirteen to be exact, and my good friend Teri (Yep! the same Teri) had been working for none other than Elly Sienkiewicz for about three years. She had related her experiences working at the Appliqué Academy in Williamsburg, and I mentioned to her that if they ever needed more help to let me know. Well, that year they did, and off we went. Being in an environment with so many women who loved Baltimore Album quilts was inspiring and cemented my love for this particular genre of quilts. I've learned so much more about appliqué and Baltimore Album quilts since making my first two blocks, and now Teri and I have had the opportunity to prepare and teach two blocks from Elly's latest book, Spoken Without a Word. The first block is "Divine Guidance." I chose to do this sample in batiks and loved the look, even though batiks are a little more challenging for the needle. Beautiful batiks So many berries! The most recent block that I've completed was "The Rose of Sharon" block. This block was made with silk ribbon and ultra-suede with embroidery accents. I loved doing this block because I used different techniques and materials, and I enjoyed seeing how they gave such dimension to the block. French ombré ribbon, where have you been all my life? Ultra-suede can be an appliquér's best friend So now I have four Baltimore Album blocks completed, two of which will only ever be used as reference. The other two may make it into a quilt someday, or they may just live out the rest of their lives as beautiful blocks. Regardless of their ultimate end, my journey from its start until now has been one of increased love for this genre of quilts. I have become a card carrying member of a great organization, The Baltimore Appliqué Society, and I love spending time with all the wonderful Baltimore Album quilt lovers each month. Hopefully, in the next few months we will be sharing a project that we have been working on that was inspired by our love of the Baltimore Album quilt. Stay tuned...
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So, this is the "old-fashioned" way to applique. It's definitely a lot more work than appliqueing with fusible adhesive, but you don't get that annoying stiffness, and you don't have any visible stitching. This is the technique used for all those traditional Baltimore Album quilts. It's also the technique I used for my very first
Baltimore Glory is a wonderful album quilt that pays homage to the wonderful quilters of the 1850s who made some of the most elegant quilts of their era. With a penchant for excess, the quilts were a symphony of rich colors, symbolism, and beauty. Sue Garman's artistry continues the legacy of masterpiece quilts with this wonderful nine-block on-point layout of 15-inch (finished size) album blocks. The block-of-the-month has ten parts; the first nine patterns are each for a different album block and the tenth pattern provides instructions on setting the blocks and assembling the quilt top. The patterns for the blocks each contain guidance for pre-work, off-unit applique, illustrated order-of-applique, embellishment, and alternatives that can either simplify or "dress up" your quilt.Baltimore Glory, when finished, measures 87-1/2 inches square. Or....Each individual block is also available. Choose what works for you :)
El quilt Baltimore Album Abundancia, es una aventura que se hace en nueve bloques de 18 x 18 pulgadas con diferentes temas florales hechos con el applique
Stunning Baltimore Album quilt measuring 51" x 60" which is so easy. Fabric will be in stores in February 2021.
A modern twist on Baltimore Album Quilts. Originally, each quilt block was hand appliquéd. Most had botanical applique designs
"Baltimore Blue" applique quilt pattern by Sindy Rodenmeyer of www.fatcatpatterns.com. Read more here and here.
Add this digital quilting design to your next project. Pattern Type: Border Pattern Style: Border, Baltimore Album, Folk Art Formats Included: BQM CQP DXF HQF HQV IQP PAT PLT QLI SSD
Greetings dear blog readers and fellow quilt lovers! I was very fortunate to spend the last 10 days in Colonial Williamsburg, Virgina and attend The Elly Sienkiewicz Applique Academy; TESAA as it is affectionately called by attendees. It was an action packed event that included stitching with new and old friends, many side trips to local museums, shopping, and delicious dining. The very first day in attendance, we were fortunate to attend an exhibition at the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum entitled Quilts in the Baltimore Manner. The small group was led by none other than Elly Sienkiewicz. Elly has written over 20 books on Baltimore style quilts and is credited with the revival and current popularity of this intricate applique style. Rather than bore you with narrative, I would like to share the photos I was able to take of the exhibit. These were some of the more unusual and ornate blocks. As you view the photos, keep in mind that these stitchers were in love with the industrial revolution and the marvels of their time. They used all and any materials available to them to express their artistic vision; paint, ink, thread, paste, fussy cutting, etc. Their work is filled political, religious, and social commentary. I really believe these free souls were the art quilters of their time. Of course that is just my humble opinion. Classic we all recognize! I love the simplicity of this basket! Sweetest bird block ever! Love the tiny basket filled with large blooms! Beautiful perspective! Loaded with symbols! Can you see the white thread? Another classic block! More symbolism! One of my favorite classic designs! Beautiful White Rose block! The museum reproduced several classic blocks on tiles to allow you to lay them out and create various settings. Included in the show was a spectacular brodrie perse quilt and a stuffed white work quilt. Enjoy! Until next time... Best stitches, Mercy in Miami
Baltimore Album Reproduction Quilt Fabric From Andover Fabrics Please request a custom order if you need a specific cut, for example 2/3, 3/4 yard, 2 yards, etc. Additional yardage may be available Content: 100% cotton Approx. 42" wide Manufacturer Number: A-394-Y Brand: Andover Fabrics Collection: Baltimore Album Colors: Chrome Yellow Yardage: Half Yard or Full Yard Not sure of the color or print - you can purchase a swatch https://www.etsy.com/listing/1199670073/fabric-swatches
Several people have asked me to do a blog post about how I manage hand appliqué on a tiny bird’s eye. And they keep reminding me. (These thi...
