This six panel Dresden plate quilt is made with vintage fabrics and has an especially good feel. The zig-zag machine appliqued plate blades alternate a sturdy white material with the swirling print brown-and-green fabric. On a muslin background that's bordered by a mauve band, this construction offers a balanced and tranquil design that's suitable for either a man or a woman. The brown and cream back is a striking large-scale floral print, featuring dahlias in many presentations. The brownish mauve and white binding finishes off both sides with a lively rhythm. The vintage fabrics feel to be cotton or cotton blends to me, but I can only state with certainty that the binding is cotton homespun and the batting is poly (for hypoallergenic safety). I quilted this textile on my Baby Lock, outlining the plates and running in the ditch on the border. All thread used is white. In pictures four and five, you can see fabric flaws about one inch wide that run across two different squares. The plates cover all of the flaw in each square except for the two one-inch white sections. The flaws seems to be in the weft threads only and, while difficult to see, do constitute fabric flaws. This quilt would make a wonderful gift for either gender older citizen to keep the chill off for many winters to come. Wash in cool water on gentlest cycle of machine using soap, not detergent. Rinse twice and then lay flat on a clean surface out of direct sun to dry. This has already been washed once, so as long as you take proper care, there should be no further shrinkage or warping of fabric. I make all of my quilts myself in sunny Florida. My home is smoke-free, and I take pride in the quality and utility of the art that I create. My quilts win blue ribbons when I show them locally, and you can be proud to display or enjoy them in your home. If you're unhappy with your quilt for any reason, let me know, and I'll do my best to make it right. All quilts can be customized with a hanging sleeve on any side for an additional $25.00 fee; 1 - 3 extra days of preparation will be required before shipping. Custom quilts can be created in any size, color, material, and theme. My shop offers many choices and varieties, but I would be glad to handcraft a unique quilt for you or someone you love.