**SOLD** Vintage Quilt Feed Sack Butterfly ** SOLD**

**SOLD** Vintage Quilt Feed Sack Butterfly ** SOLD**

$200.00
Sale price  $200.00 Regular price 
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**SOLD** Vintage Quilt Feed Sack Butterfly ** SOLD**

**SOLD** Vintage Quilt Feed Sack Butterfly ** SOLD**

$200.00
Sale price  $200.00 Regular price 

Vintage Quilt Feed Sack Butterfly

Hand pieced and beautifully hand appliquéd vintage butterfly quilt made from an eclectic mix of feedsack, dress, and scrap cotton fabrics, circa 1940–1955. Measuring approximately 82 x 94, this generously sized quilt features rows of whimsical butterflies dancing across a wonderfully scrappy patchwork setting filled with cheerful florals, plaids, novelty prints, and nursery-style fabrics in soft reds, blues, aqua, and warm ivory tones. The dimensional blanket-stitched butterflies and charming “puffy cloud” machine quilting and binding give this quilt an unmistakable folk-art warmth and cozy farmhouse character.

This quilt captures the true spirit of mid-century utility quilting — lovingly made from saved scraps, feedsacks, and treasured bits of fabric gathered over time. From the tiny calicos and children’s novelty prints to the hand-finished appliqué work and soft aged texture, every detail tells the story of a quilt made with care, creativity, and purpose. This quilt is in very good vintage condition with a few spots on the front, all of which have been pointed out in the photos. A deeply nostalgic piece full of primitive sweetness, handmade charm, and the timeless Janj Threads mood.

  • Condition: Fair - spots and some fabric thinning.
  • Circa: Circa 1940–1955, this quilt reflects the cheerful “make do” spirit of mid-century American quilting. The combination of feedsack prints, novelty fabrics, hand appliqué work, and classic machine quilting patterns strongly points to the post-Depression through early postwar era, when quilts were lovingly made from saved household and clothing scraps.
  • Size: 82"x94"
  • Standout: I mean...it's BUTTERFLIES!
  • Shipping (within the continental U.S.) and shipping insurance is included in the price of the item. 

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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.

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 #181

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