People from all over the world come to Lancaster Pennsylvania to purchase quilts made by Amish and Mennonite women. These Amish quilts with roots in many cultures are viewed today as quintessentially American. Most first time visitors are taken aback by the great variety of design and coloring, as well as the intricacy of quilts on display.
Not so obvious is the special way these quilts are produced. At a time when practically every textile product sold in America is made in Asia, these Amish quilts are made one at a time in people’s American homes. What’s more, these quilts are made using just the technology that was in common use 150 years ago. Because of the extensive handwork most women only take part in producing a couple of quilts each year.
Showing 1901–1919 of 1919 results
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Lovely hand painted Batik style fabrics give the classic Tumbling Blocks design a whole new look!. Another wonderful creation of C Jean Horst. Excellent patchwork piecing and lots of fine quilting. Made by Lancaster County Amish woman. This quilt is symmetric and may be used sideways on a king size bed.
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Wow! C Jean Horst has outdone herself with this quilt — 43 different prints are used and the patchwork is made up of over 6000 pieces. Lovely and amazing. Made here in Lancaster by an Amish woman. Note the precision of the patchwork piecing. This quilt is symmetric and may be used sideways on a king size bed. Signed in ink on back by C Jean Horst.
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Gorgeous original design by C Jean Horst. Note how Jean has captured not only the shape of the poppy flowers, but the stems and leaves as well! The quilting between the poppies is equally attractive. Made here in Lancaster, quilted by an Amish woman. Copyright pattern — directions are unavailable.
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Sophisticated, subtle patchwork in wheat to ivory tones with 43 prints specially selected by C Jean Horst. The patchwork is made up of over 6000 carefully sewn one inch cotton fabric sqaures. Lovely and amazing. Made here in Lancaster by an Amish woman. This quilt is symmetric and may be used sideways on a king size bed. Signed in ink on back by C Jean Horst.
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Wow! C Jean Horst has outdone herself with this quilt — 43 different prints are used and the patchwork is made up of over 6000 pieces. Lovely and amazing. Made here in Lancaster by an Amish woman. Note the precision of the patchwork piecing. This quilt is symmetric and may be used sideways on a king size bed. Signed in ink on back by C Jean Horst.
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Wow! C Jean Horst has outdone herself with this quilt — 43 very rich prints are used and the patchwork is made up of over 7500 pieces. Lovely and amazing. Made here in Lancaster by an Amish woman. Note the precision of the patchwork piecing. Signed in ink on back by C Jean Horst.
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Quiet Elegance! Very sophisticated coloring by C Jean Horst with soft peach yellow and aqua tones. This design is also often called Trip Around the World, or Sunshine and Shadow. We especially like the border prints. Excellent piecework and nice uniform stitching. Made by an Amish woman here in Lancaster.
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Another gorgeous original quilt pattern by C Jean Horst using fabrics with blue and peachy rose tones. Note the excellent applique work and the exceptionally fine and very interesting fabric selections. The background fabric works exceptionally well against the border print. Signed in embroidery and dated by its designer. Finely quilted by an Amish woman. Copyright pattern — directions unavailable.
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Gorgeous original design by C Jean Horst. Note how Jean has captured not only the shape of the poppy flowers, but the stems and leaves as well! The quilting between the poppies is equally attractive. Made here in Lancaster, quilted by an Amish woman. Copyright pattern — directions are unavailable.
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Subtle and sophisticated! Note the interesting collection of antique style pastel cotton prints selected for this quilt. Well quilted by Lancaster Amish woman. Signed and dated by its creator, C Jean Horst of Lancaster. This quilt is symmetric and may be used sideways on a king size bed.
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A wonderful quilt that deserves its name! An original quilt pattern by C Jean Horst. Gorgeous fabrics. Note the beautiful leaves, and the striking border print. Excellent applique work. An abundance of fine quilting. Made in Lancaster. Copyright pattern — directions unavailable
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Enchanting!! Another C Jean Horst original pattern design. One of the most attractive quilts that we have seen. The design, the fabric selections, the care taken with the applique work, the abundance of quilting and the very straight uniform stitching are all extraordinary. Will become an heirloom! From Lancaster County. Quilted by a very skilled Amish woman, and signed and dated by Lancaster’s renowned quilt designer, C Jean Horst. Copyright pattern — directions unavailable.
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Wow! Super original design by C Jean Horst. Look at the shape of the rose buds and the orchids. Also note the care taken in the use of the lace framing the center design and around the border, and the abundance of quilting in the center of the quilt. Signed in embroidery and dated by its designer C Jean Horst. Quilted with care by an Amish woman. Copyright pattern — directions are unavailable.
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Another gorgeous original quilt pattern by C Jean Horst using fabrics with blue and peachy rose tones. Note the excellent applique work and the exceptionally fine and very interesting fabric selections. The background fabric works exceptionally well against the border print. Signed in embroidery and dated by its designer. Finely quilted by an Amish woman. Copyright pattern — directions unavailable.
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Lancaster Treasure
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Subtle and sophisticated! Note the interesting collection of neutral tone prints selected for this quilt. Will work well with any coloring scheme. Well quilted by Lancaster Amish woman. Signed and dated by its creator, the well respected C Jean Horst of Lancaster. This quilt is symmetric and may be used sideways on a king size bed.
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Spring Basket
$1,895Another gorgeous original quilt pattern by C Jean Horst using soft reds and multicolor fabrics. Note excellent applique work and the exceptionally fine fabric selections. Take a special look at the wonderful cotton floral print used on the border and sash. Signed in embroidery and dated by its designer. Finely quilted by an Amish woman. Copyright pattern — directions unavailable. -
Enchanting!! Another C Jean Horst original pattern design. One of the most attractive quilts that we have seen. The design, the fabric selections, the care taken with the applique work, the abundance of quilting and the very straight uniform stitching are all extraordinary. Will become an heirloom! From Lancaster County. Quilted by a very skilled Amish woman, and signed and dated by Lancaster’s renowned quilt designer, C Jean Horst. Copyright pattern — directions unavailable.
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Stars in the Cabin
$1,595Super design with especially nice fabrics selected by C Jean Horst. The tan and beige prints make the burgundy and navy fabrics standout. Sharp piecework. Signed and dated by C Jean Horst. Quilted by an Amish woman.
