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Metadata
Object Name |
Quilt, Bed |
Collection |
Lambton Heritage Museum Collection |
Catalog Number |
LHM 1997.004.001 |
Other Name |
Maple Leaf Signature Quilt |
Date |
1929 |
Description |
Pink and white signature quilt commemorating the 60th anniversary of the North Plympton United Church. The quilt features an embroidered maple leaf pattern along with over 350 signatures that reflects the various skills of each church member at needlework, penmanship, and drawing. Each block is embroidered using a pink chain stitch with sixteen signatures around a maple leaf. The quilt is finished with pink sashing and a border. |
Provenance |
This Maple Leaf signature quilt was made by the North Plympton United Church ladies aid to celebrate their 60th anniversary. The quilt was then raffled and won by Mrs. Mary (nee Bill) Gallie of Lambton County in 1929. When Mrs. Gaille passed away, the quilt was given to Thelma Wilson, a family friend. |
Search Terms |
Quilt Quilting Plympton North Plympton United Church Signature Signature Quilt Commemorative |
People |
Gallie, Mary Wilson, Thelma |