Blush Peach Star N Common Mennonite Quilt with Scalloped Border
$1,295.00
SIZE: King (114 inches wide x 114 inches long)
Handmade and hand-stitched in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, this King-size Star N Common Mennonite quilt features a detailed center star, peach and cream patchwork, floral hand quilting, and a scalloped border. Created by Mennonite quilter Barbara, it combines the traditional Lone Star and Boston Common patterns in a soft, elegant color palette.
Description
Soft shades of blush peach and cream give this Star N Common quilt a graceful and welcoming appearance. Handmade and hand-stitched in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, this King-size quilt showcases a striking center star framed by rows of carefully pieced patchwork squares. The gentle color palette creates a light, airy look that complements both traditional and contemporary bedrooms while highlighting the timeless beauty of handmade Mennonite quilting.
At the center of the quilt is an intricate Lone Star-inspired medallion pieced from a variety of coordinating peach fabrics featuring subtle paisleys, dots, textured prints, and tonal patterns. Surrounding the center star are Boston Common-style patchwork sections composed of dozens of small squares in soft peach and cream tones. The carefully arranged fabrics create depth and interest while maintaining a soothing, monochromatic appearance.
Beautiful hand quilting fills the cream background with elegant floral motifs that accent the center design. Additional quilting along the borders and outer sections creates texture throughout the quilt and showcases the artisan’s fine needlework. The backing is white, allowing the hand quilting to be fully appreciated, while a coordinating peach binding finishes the edges. A scalloped border adds a classic Lancaster County touch and gives the quilt an especially refined presentation.
This quilt was handmade by Mennonite quilter Barbara, whose tiny hand stitches and meticulous piecing reflect generations of Lancaster County quilting tradition. Her careful workmanship is evident throughout every section of the quilt, from the precise center star to the evenly pieced patchwork surrounding it.
Whether displayed in a master bedroom, guest room, or passed down as a family heirloom, this Star N Common quilt offers enduring beauty and craftsmanship. Its soft peach palette, detailed quilting, and traditional pattern make it a treasured piece for collectors and quilt lovers alike.
ABOUT THIS PATTERN
The Star N Common pattern combines two beloved American quilt designs: the Lone Star and the Boston Common. The Lone Star is known for its dramatic central star, while the Boston Common features rows of carefully arranged patchwork squares. Together they create a striking medallion-style quilt that balances geometric precision with visual warmth.
The Boston Common pattern takes its name from the historic public park in Boston, Massachusetts, while the Lone Star references the state of Texas. Over the years, Lancaster County quiltmakers have embraced this combination pattern, creating heirloom quilts that showcase both intricate piecing and exceptional hand quilting.
SIZE
King Size — 114 inches wide x 114 inches long
Sized at 114″ x 114″, this quilt provides exceptional coverage on a king bed with approximately a 19-inch drop on each side and about a 34-inch drop at the foot while allowing ample room for a comfortable pillow tuck—eliminating the need for coordinating shams.
QUILTED BY
Handmade and hand-stitched in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania by Mennonite quilter Barbara.
QUILT DETAILS
Product Type: Quilt
Quilt Pattern: Star N Common
Quilter: Barbara
Size: King
Dimensions: 114″ x 114″
Primary Colors: Blush Peach, Dusty Rose, Cream, Ivory
Fabric Style: Tonal Prints, Paisley Prints, Dots and Textured Coordinates
Construction: Hand-Pieced and Hand-Quilted
Border: Peach Border with Scalloped Edge
Backing: White
Style: Traditional Lancaster County Mennonite Quilt
Made In: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
SKU: C41001107
Additional information
| Weight | 10 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 20 × 12 × 12 in |
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| Color | Blush Peach, Dusty Rose, Cream, Ivory |
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