I had the wonderful opportunity to display my entire quilt collection as well as share my love of quilting today at Fort Hunter Day in Harrisburg. It was a last-minute invitation, but such a deeply meaningful event - the day was truly meant to be! It was thrilling to be able to exhibit seven 1800's-era quilts from my fraternal great aunts and three 1930/1940-era quilts from my maternal grandmother, along with 14 of the 16 quilts I've made over the past 19 years. The antique quilts had been safely stored away in a blanket chest in my home for a number of years and were begging to be viewed. Never before have all my quilts been on display in one room; they looked so pleased to be together! And, I've never had the chance to stand back and view my quilts from a distance; it gives a completely different perspective. The gallery setting and lighting was amazing. It was also incredibly meaningful to sit among them all day and share their stories with lots of people who love quilts or have fond attachments to their own family heirlooms. I met some kindred spirits and learned from those who attended. What a magnificent day!
My price possession - a circa 1860's "Pineapple Quilt" from my Great Aunt Mary's household.
They are all so different, yet all so beautiful. Now that they are all out of their various homes for safe-keeping, do you plan to keep any out for display or use in your home?
ReplyDeleteThe antique ones will go back to their chest for safe keeping, but the ones I made get used and displayed all the time!
ReplyDeleteWOW- they're beautiful! I certainly wish I could have been there! We saw coverage on News 8 last night, and were looking for you to be spotlighted but didn't see you. :( I can imagine the range of emotions as you took all of them in... what a treasure!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome Andrea! So glad you had the opportunity to partake and give of yourself in such a setting. I find myself wanting to be amoungst those quilts and colors with you!
ReplyDeleteTruly it's not only a legacy you have recieved but one that you have grown too.
Looked for you on TV last night! looked like a fun day. Your display is wonderful! We didn't get home from NJ till late afternoon, but I hope I can go next year if you are there!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful display of history, talent, and a true love of quilts. Oh Andrea, you are so gifted. I hope you realize what a treasure you have. I will forward these pictures to my mom. She would have loved to have seen this.
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ReplyDeleteWow so much history, hertitage, beauty and emotion captured in your display. We are so Blessed to have been able to see it. I can not believe you did all the hard work hanging them by yourself! But..so glad you did, so we could all enjoy the quilts and the stories behind them. Your are talented in so many ways!
How beautiful!! Thanks for sharing pictures and tidbits of the event. Such richness...
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