A More Mature Sonbonnet Sue
I was browsing thorugh the internet again and I found these wonderful patterns for appliqued ladies who have large hats. Think of these as Sunbonnet Sue’s grandmother in her youth.
There’s over 150 patterns for sale, and , judging by the photos , these are charming.
At this point I have to note that I have no personal knowledge of the designer, no interest in her business , in short no connection whatever to this entity.
There are 2 interesting aspects to this collection, other than the Currier and Ivessort of charm. One is that many of the pattern elements are interchangeable with others, so that bonnets, pets, furniture etc can be combined into unique scenes. The other is the use of reverse or shadow quilting and applique to soften the look of far away objects such as train tracks in the distance or mountains.
It’s surprisingly pleasant given that this is not really my sort of thing.
http://www.bonnetgirls.com/
Sunbonnet Sue, Currier and Ives, applique, victorian ladies, shadow applique, shadow quilting
November 14th, 2006 at 9:12 pm
One of my absolute favorite quilts I had when I was a little girl was a Sunbonnet Sue one. I would love to make one of these sometime.
May 18th, 2007 at 8:34 pm
Cat Deeley…
I Googled for something completely different, but found your page…and have to say thanks. nice read….