Reversible Cardigan Trench - 1870s Amish Wool
Heritage and fashion collide in this incredible 19th century Pennsylvania Amish quilt, converted into a reversible cardigan trench coat. The combination of quilting and a wool flannel reverse promise warmth and versatility between a variety of outfits. This rare “diamond in square” patterned quilt is showcased at the back, creating stunning visual proportions, while showcasing the craftsmanship of the quilting. The total design and silhouette sustainably use as much of the original quilt as possible, ready to wear for its next mobile lifetime.
Fabric
1870s Amish wool “diamond in a square” quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This quilt pattern is rare. It was hand quilted in the Amish colors of cranberry and blue and backed in a fine wool flannel. I have seen one of these quilts for sale on 1stDibs for $3,000.
Purchased from the estate of June Worrell, a preeminent antique dealer who sold furniture and other decorative artifacts to Ima Hogg and the Bayou Bend Museum in Houston, Texas.
Sizing Details
This coat is a roomy Medium, which means it is designed to accommodate U.S. sizes 2 through 8. View our detailed size chart and int'l sizes here.
Heritage and fashion collide in this incredible 19th century Pennsylvania Amish quilt, converted into a reversible cardigan trench coat. The combination of quilting and a wool flannel reverse promise warmth and versatility between a variety of outfits. This rare “diamond in square” patterned quilt is showcased at the back, creating stunning visual proportions, while showcasing the craftsmanship of the quilting. The total design and silhouette sustainably use as much of the original quilt as possible, ready to wear for its next mobile lifetime.
Fabric
1870s Amish wool “diamond in a square” quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This quilt pattern is rare. It was hand quilted in the Amish colors of cranberry and blue and backed in a fine wool flannel. I have seen one of these quilts for sale on 1stDibs for $3,000.
Purchased from the estate of June Worrell, a preeminent antique dealer who sold furniture and other decorative artifacts to Ima Hogg and the Bayou Bend Museum in Houston, Texas.
Sizing Details
This coat is a roomy Medium, which means it is designed to accommodate U.S. sizes 2 through 8. View our detailed size chart and int'l sizes here.
Heritage and fashion collide in this incredible 19th century Pennsylvania Amish quilt, converted into a reversible cardigan trench coat. The combination of quilting and a wool flannel reverse promise warmth and versatility between a variety of outfits. This rare “diamond in square” patterned quilt is showcased at the back, creating stunning visual proportions, while showcasing the craftsmanship of the quilting. The total design and silhouette sustainably use as much of the original quilt as possible, ready to wear for its next mobile lifetime.
Fabric
1870s Amish wool “diamond in a square” quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This quilt pattern is rare. It was hand quilted in the Amish colors of cranberry and blue and backed in a fine wool flannel. I have seen one of these quilts for sale on 1stDibs for $3,000.
Purchased from the estate of June Worrell, a preeminent antique dealer who sold furniture and other decorative artifacts to Ima Hogg and the Bayou Bend Museum in Houston, Texas.
Sizing Details
This coat is a roomy Medium, which means it is designed to accommodate U.S. sizes 2 through 8. View our detailed size chart and int'l sizes here.
ABOUT THIS PIECE
Amish Quilted Wool c. 1870s
Rare hand-quilted Amish wool blanket transformed into a reversible wrap trench cardigan for it’s new wearable lifetime.
Designed & made in Houston, Texas
