Quilts are a truly unique American creation. Quilts were born from ingenuity and creativity. The first quilts were blankets created from scraps of worn out clothing. The quilt grew over time as women worked to add a touch of beauty to their homes. Once machine made fabric became more common place and less valuable, it was purchased for the sole purpose of making quilts. Generations of American women from around the world brought their creativity, cultures, artistic e…

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