Vintage 1970s Scherenschnitte Quilt, Beautifully Hand-Quilted (70” x 87”)

This is a bold and beautifully graphic vintage 1970s Scherenschnitte appliqué quilt, handmade in Nova Scotia, with a handwritten label identifying Suzanne Caswell as its maker. This striking textile translates the traditional art of paper cutting into fabric, resulting in a highly decorative folk art quilt.

The very fine hand quilting is visible throughout, with thoughtful stitching that echoes the appliqué shapes. Around the four-sided border the hand-quilting is a lovely cross-hatch grid. The back is matching blue cotton as is the binding that has been machine-stitched to the front and hand-stitched to the back. The cotton batting is lightweight.

The quilt is in excellent vintage condition with no issues noted. It remains structurally sound and a wonderful statement piece.

Details
• Type: Vintage appliqué quilt
• Pattern: Scherenschnitte (paper-cut inspired design)
• Date: 1970s
• Origin: Nova Scotia, Canada
• Maker: Attributed to “Suzanne Caswell” (as shown in photos)
• Size: 70” x 87”
• Materials: Cotton fabrics and lightweight batting
• Colors: Deep blue and ivory
• Construction: Hand appliqué and hand quilted
• Quilting: Hand quilted with echo quilting and diamond/cross-hatch grid along the four-sided border

The quilt is from a smoke-free, pet-free home and is pictured on a queen-size bed.