Quilt Stories from the Museum of Texas Tech University
Quilt Stories from the Museum of Texas Tech University
Dr. Marian Ann J. Montgomery, Ph.D., Curator of Clothing and Textiles at the Museum of Texas Tech University shares images of vintage quilts from their collection and tells their fascinating stories.
A "Popping Red" Snowball Quilt
Learn what a "popping red" is in a quilt in this example of a snowball quilt from the Museum of Texas Tech University.
A Fruit Basket Quilt Designed by Ruby Short McKim
A Fruit Basket Quilt designed by Ruby Short McKim was brought to one of the quilt documentation events that coincided with the 2016 exhibition of the Museum of Texas Tech University’s quilts.
A Unique Sunbonnet Sue
Learn more about this unusually arranged Sunbonnet Sue quilt that was donated to the museum by Sandra Archer.
Accurate Quilt Patterns
One of the reasons that Mountain Mist batting wrapper patterns were so popular was because they were very accurate. If a quilter followed the cutting directions a beautiful quilt would result.
Alphabet Quilt
Quilters often make small quilts for the children in their family. A baby quilt is usually the first project a new quiltmaker will undertake. Grandmothers also join the celebration of new family members by making quilts for their grandchildren, as is the case with this Alphabet quilt made by Martha Alma Baker for her grandson Billy Baker.
Art Quilts by Ellie Kreneck Enter Collection
Generous donations by Ellie Kreneck of her West Texas art quilts as well as the recent purchase of a quilted Haori coat by Yvonne Porcella form the base of what is hoped will be a growing collection of Art Quilts in the Museum’s Collection. While it is difficult to collect pieces that haven’t yet stood the test of time, it is important to acquire these pieces while artists are still alive to provide information about their creations.
Baskets from Oklahoma
Basket quilts are charming, fun, and endearing. But they become so much more when a mother sources the fabrics from the clothing of her children. The resulting quilt becomes a much loved family treasure.
Broken Lone Star Quilt
This year (2023) a beautiful circa 1930 Broken Lone Star quilt joined the collection of the Museum of Texas Tech University.
Caesar's Crown Quilts
Caesar’s Crown is a challenging quilt block to piece. The curved piecing and inset sections demand a high level of sewing skill. This quilt features a striking combination of turkey red and chintz blue fabrics, resulting in a beautiful and eye-catching masterpiece. The outer border, adorned with tassels and swags, further enhances its elegance. Feathered arcs are quilted around each “crown,” showcasing the maker’s refined technique. These details all suggest that the quilt was created by a highly skilled stitcher.
Cheddar for Fall