Giant Dahlia Hand-Stitched Throw Quilt – Black & Gold Floral
$415.00
Throw (62″ W × 62″ L)
Handmade in Lancaster County by an Amish quilter, this Giant Dahlia throw quilt features elegant black, cream, and gold floral fabrics with hand-stitched quilting and intricate curved piecing. This is a timeless Amish-made heirloom quilt.
Description
Richly detailed and beautifully balanced, this Handmade Giant Dahlia Throw Quilt showcases one of quilting’s most admired floral patterns in elegant shades of black, cream, and warm gold. Handmade in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, this striking quilt combines curved piecing, floral prints, and traditional hand quilting into a timeless heirloom-quality design.
At the center of the quilt, layered petal shapes radiate outward in the signature Giant Dahlia arrangement, creating the appearance of a fully opened flower. The carefully coordinated fabrics include black filigree prints, tan floral prints, cream floral fabrics, and small calico-style prints that add movement and visual texture throughout the design. The darker fabrics provide depth and contrast, while the lighter cream and gold tones soften the overall appearance and give the quilt a warm, welcoming character.
Unlike brighter versions of the Giant Dahlia pattern, this quilt carries a more refined and sophisticated palette that works beautifully in traditional, primitive, or country-inspired interiors. The cream background allows the layered petals to stand forward dramatically, while the coordinating black and gold border frames the quilt with a finished, polished appearance. The solid cream backing highlights the hand-stitched quilting pattern, featuring softly curved heart motifs quilted by hand throughout the surface. Made by Amish quilter, Sarah, this quilt reflects the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry Lancaster County quilts are known for.
About the Giant Dahlia Pattern
First published in the 1935 issue of Needlecraft: The Home Arts Magazine, the Giant Dahlia pattern remains one of the most recognizable and technically challenging quilt designs. Its layered curved petals, intricate piecing, and dimensional appearance require patience, precision, and advanced quilting skill. The pattern continues to be treasured for its dramatic floral effect and enduring beauty.
Size
This throw-size quilt measures 62″ x 62″, making it ideal for a wall display, sofa throw, chair accent, or decorative layering piece for a bed.
Product Details
Product Type: Handmade Quilt Throw
Pattern Name: Giant Dahlia
Quilter: Sarah
Size: Throw Size
Dimensions: 62″ x 62″
Color Palette: Black, Gold, Cream, Tan
Fabric Style: Floral Prints, Calico Prints, Filigree Prints
Construction: Hand-Stitched
Made In: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, USA
Backing: Solid Cream Backing
Style: Traditional Amish Quilt
Additional information
| Weight | 5 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 20 × 12 × 12 in |
| Size | |
| Color | Black, Gold, Cream, Tan |
* Please note that only a limited selection of our quilt inventory is listed online. Each pattern may be available in a variety of sizes and colors, and if a quilt appears sold out—or you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for—we may have something similar available in the shop. Please call us to inquire and we’ll be happy to help you find the perfect quilt for your home.
