Quilt No.998MC - Mary Charlton
Owner:
Mary Charlton
Location:
WA Perth
Maker
Maker:
Great Grandma' Slape
Made in
USA Texas
Patterms
Date:
1941 - 1970
Description:
Quilt in four pointed star pattern, in a variety of cottons, mostly dress fabrics in patterns and plains, but with some upholstery fabric. Quilting is circular arcs. Padding is of cotton batting, and the backing is white homespun. 1970 x 1450 mm.
History:
Quilt was made by 'Great Grandma Slape' in Lubbock, Texas, USA, in the 1960's, and is now owned by Mary Charlton. It is not used now.
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