Seminole Patchwork
from Ann Quilts
Occasionally, I get requests to mend things other than quilts. This is Seminole patchwork, a technique developed among the Seminole peoples in Florida. Traditionally and continuing today, these patchwork strips are used to make clothing. This wall hanging was likely made for sale to tourists. I think the colors of the fabrics date it to the 1940s. It measures 51" x 64".
The current owner of the piece found it in a chest while clearing out his mother's estate. He is assuming it originally belonged to his grandmother, as she lived in Florida at one time. He says of ... read more