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Tulips, irises
and peonies blossom on Emma Witmer’s newest quilt design, Flowers
From My Garden. Each year these beautiful flowers bloom at the same
time and have actually inspired this original pattern.
Twining feather
quilting graces the outside edge of the quilt with a feather spray on each
corner and elegant lines radiate from the center flowers to fill the white
space of the quilt. The
flowers are appliqued to the quilt. (The word "applique" comes
from the French and literally means "pattern applied.")
Appliqueing on a quilt gives an added dimension, as does a special
technique called "ruching" which gives the peony petals their
texture. Finally, a chain stitch in colored thread entwines with the outer
flowers to encircle the center bouquet. (Click on the
quilt pattern for an enlarged view.)
Flowers From
My Garden is just one of a many designs, so stop by the shop for a
glimpse at Emma’s original, traditional and antique quilts. Certain
colors or sizes in any pattern can be custom made, and Emma has over 100
queen size quilts in stock. Come see why this quilt business has been
around for 40 years!
Witmer
Quilt Shop is located at 1070 West Main Street, New
Holland, PA 17557, on Route 23. The shop is open Monday through
Saturday, but is CLOSED Sunday and religious holidays. For more
information, call 717-656-9526.
Some of Emma’s original
patterns include: Flowers
From My Garden, Victorian
Garland of Roses, Wreath of
Roses, April Wreath, Emma’s
Homestead, Emma’s Tulip
Hearts, Love Dove, Emma’s
Flower Basket, Emma’s Ivy
& Bows, Emma’s Dream,
Paradise Garden
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