These are examples of embroidery from the northern area of Laos and Thailand. These pieces were purchased during a trip to Thailand. Laotian women weave these beautiful textiles on looms using silk thread. They are traditionally worn over their shoulder when visiting their Buddhist temples, and oftentimes left as gifts to the monks. The embroidery serves an important…
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Coast-to-coast “Don’t Miss” Exhibits, Part 1: 82 Amish Quilts from the Esprit Collection in Lancaster, PA
Here is a great opportunity to see some marvelous quilts.
Indian Summer Quilt
This is a quilt that was purchased during a mission conference at our church last year. The pattern is Indian Summer and was made in West Java, Indonesia by women involved in Agape Craft. Agape Craft (Agape means selfless love in Greek) is a non-profit Christian organization that is providing opportunities for men and women in rural Indonesia…
Fan Quilt
This is an old fan quilt that was made by one of my aunts in approximately the 1950s (but that is just a guess on the age). I like the old fabrics and the red of the fan handles ties everything together.
Nature and Life Notes 