Swirling feathers curves and grids were typical quilting patterns.
Traditional amish quilt patterns.
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Use a simple zigzag or satin stitch to conceal the raw edges of the appliqué pieces.
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Lone star quilt pattern star quilts are popular with quilters everywhere including amish quilters.
The lone star pattern s many small diamonds make it an ideal way to use up small scraps of fabric.
The star block shown here is sewn from white and mustard colored fabric.
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Hand stitching is the traditional method and the edges are finished with decorative embroidery.
Often worsted wools were used and though the fabric was plain the quilting done to hold the layers together was intricate and decorative.
Blue ribbon block pattern.
Amish star squared quilt block.
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Use modern supplies like fusible webbing to position and secure your appliqués to the quilt.
The diamonds are arranged to give the quilt the feeling that light radiates from the center of the star out to the corners of the quilt.
There are many amish quilt patterns including stars flowers blocks and baskets.
The first amish quilts were made in one solid color of brown blue rust or black.
All of those patterns are common in traditional patchwork and continue to be popular today but there are a huge number of intricate and beautiful styles that are both far from simple and sure to please the most keen quilt hunter.