This charming vintage United States map quilt dates to the 1990s and was made as a decorative and educational folk-style quilt. Each state is individually appliquéd using bright, cheerful cotton prints, creating a patchwork map of the U.S., complete with Alaska and Hawaii.
It is hand-quilted in waves in the area outside the map, while each state's outline is machine-embroidered. The back is blue/teal and white floral cotton while the binding is a pink floral that has been machine-stitched to both sides. The batting is lightweight.
Details • Era: Vintage, circa 1990s • Pattern / Design: United States map quilt (appliquéd states) • Construction: Machine-appliquéd with zigzag stitching; hand-quilted • Materials: Cotton fabrics, lightweight batting • Colors: Multicolor patchwork on a light ground with floral binding • Backing: Solid light blue cotton with small floral print • Quilting: All-over meandering wave quilting • Size: 37.5" x 55" • Condition: Excellent vintage condition