I was looking for a new challenge and naturally turned to the Internet for inspiration and there it was. The Morrell.
Pictured here in Glorious American Quilts
A little more searching found a reproduction of the original 1843 album quilt. Within five minutes I’d ordered a copy of the pattern from Threadbear.
I didn’t realise just how much Broderie Perse made up this quilt. Applique has never been my scene, so I’ll confess that I’m feeling a little trepidatious at the commencement of this journey. Not least, because I’ve found it quite difficult to find a fabric with large enough print to use in the b.p blocks.
With ‘old faithful’ being serviced this week, I took the opportunity to begin making the quilt. Starting with said b.p blocks, of course.
Here’s the first one complete:
Morrell Block 1
