Archive for the ‘Amish Quilts’ Category
Thursday, December 18th, 2008
Wreaths on the door year round are welcoming sights but no more warm a welcoming beacon than at Christmas time. No matter if your wreath graces the door of an Arts & Crafts bungalow or an ultra contemporary modern design, a wreath says home. Today, wreaths are used all year long but particularly as holiday […]
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Monday, August 18th, 2008
Where and How to Hang Your Wall Art - Part 2
Just like Amish furniture your Amish quilt is meant to be an heirloom that lasts generations if properly cared for. In order to ensure the value of your tapestry quilt will be maintained there are a few simple tips. Select a focal point in your […]
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Friday, August 15th, 2008
Where and How to Hang Your Wall Art - Part 1
A large colorful quilt hung as a tapestry above an Amish crafted couch or a smaller quilt above an Amish Mission style buffet can not only lend color but tie a home’s theme together. Amish furniture and quilts have long been sought after by collectors, […]
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Tuesday, August 5th, 2008
In many homes across the nation the Amish blanket chest or quilt rack contains one of America’s greatest pieces of artworks; the Amish quilt. These quilts hold a stature of reverence in textile design and execution. The Amish belief that belongings should be necessary, durable and aesthetically pleasing is perfectly showcased in the Amish coverlet.
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Tags: Amish, Amish Community, Amish Furniture Styles, Bed, Blanket Chest, Cedar Chest, Hope Chest, Quilt Rack, Quilts, Storage
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