**SOLD Vintage Quilt Butterfly Applique SOLD**

**SOLD Vintage Quilt Butterfly Applique SOLD**

$265.00
Sale price  $265.00 Regular price 
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**SOLD Vintage Quilt Butterfly Applique SOLD**

**SOLD Vintage Quilt Butterfly Applique SOLD**

$265.00
Sale price  $265.00 Regular price 

Janj Threads

Vintage Quilt Butterfly Applique

Delightfully cheerful and full of mid-century charm, this Butterfly Appliqué quilt showcases colorful hand-appliquéd butterflies that seem to flutter across a soft butter-yellow background. Each butterfly is carefully stitched by hand using decorative blanket stitching, while delicate embroidered antennae and beautifully executed hand quilting add texture and depth throughout the quilt. The quilting features an elegant floral motif that complements the appliqué without overwhelming it, creating a wonderfully balanced design. Finished with an applied binding that has been hand stitched, the quilt measures approximately 58" x 80" and contains a medium-weight batting with a soft, lofty feel, making it a beautiful display piece or a cozy quilt for everyday enjoyment.

This quilt is in excellent condition, with only a few small spots noted. An especially charming detail is that the original quilter's guidelines are still faintly visible in a few areas, suggesting the quilt has likely never been laundered since it was completed. It remains a wonderful example of skilled handwork and thoughtful craftsmanship, preserving both the maker's artistry and the character that collectors appreciate in vintage quilts.

This quilt has not been laundered by Janj Threads. Any cleaning decisions have been left to the next caretaker to preserve the quilt according to their preferences.

  • Condition: Excellent - a few small spots
  • Circa: 1945–1955. The combination of whimsical butterfly appliqué, post-war color palette, dimensional hand appliqué, and the style of the printed cotton fabrics are all characteristic of American quilts made during the late 1940s to early 1950s.
  • Size: 58" x 79"
  • Batting: medium weight with loft
  • Standout: Beautiful Butterflies
  • Shipping: (within the continental U.S.) and shipping insurance is included in the price of the item. 

    Please Read Before Purchasing 🤍

    Due to the vintage and handmade nature of the items sold at Janj Threads, all sales are final.

    We do our very best to carefully inspect each piece and note any flaws, fabric wear, fading, dye bleeding, spots, stains, repairs, or damage within the listing description and photos. However, because these quilts and textiles are often decades old, we may occasionally miss something.

    Please take time to carefully review all photos provided for each item before completing your purchase.

    Photos containing a green tag are intended to highlight an imperfection or area of concern. The green tag measures approximately 2” x 2” and is included to help give perspective on the size of the flaw. Cutter/Stacker quilts do not have green tags. Please review the photos carefully.

    Vintage quilts and textiles carry the beauty of age, history, and use, and minor imperfections are often part of their story and charm.

    If you have any questions about an item, please reach out prior to purchase. We are always happy to help.

    By completing your purchase, you acknowledge and accept that all sales are final. ✂️🧵Stock #346

    Color Disclaimer: While Janj Threads makes every effort to accurately represent the colors of each quilt through photographs, colors may appear differently depending on your computer monitor, phone, tablet, or other viewing device. Variations in screen settings, brightness, and display technology can affect how colors are perceived. As a result, the quilt you receive may vary slightly in color from what you see on your screen. If color accuracy is especially important to your purchasing decision, please feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.

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