This is an American antique quilt made circa 1890s to 1910s. It is a traditional Old Tippecanoe or Broken Dishes quilt pattern. The quilt has been beautifully hand sewn and was not hand quilted, but rather hand knotted. The tiny ties add charm and texture to the overall esthetic. The quilt is loaded with rare and highly collectible turn of the century fabrics. For example homespun ginghams, men's shirt scraps, and antique indigos. In our opinion, the jacket is thin, lightweight, and has a perfect drape. There is a little loft (puffiness). The piece is very flattering and comfortable to wear. Please note, there are some subtle age marks on the inside of the jacket which we have tried to photograph and included in the listing. There are also a handful of zig zag mends and patches, they blend into the outside of the jacket. The sleeves are 2 3/4” longer than our standard Helen pattern. If you have further questions, please direct message us and we are happy to send you a video.
- This jacket features side vents for generous movement and a beautiful drape.
- This jacket has two snaps at the tips of the collar that secure the lapel if desired.
- This jacket has two generous pockets.
- Fold the architectural collar down to create a lapel if desired.
- The Helen Jacket has a generous fit and is not meant to have a tailored look.
- One Size Fits Most-Model is 5’4 and approximately 125lbs
- If you have any questions about this jacket please direct message us on instagram and we will answer your question as quickly as possible. We do not accept returns. If you have any doubt please do not purchase. For sizing questions direct message us via instagram and we will be happy to send videos showing how our jackets fit.
Measurements
36” back of the neck to the bottom of the hem
36” laying flat, armpit to armpit
Please note that all of our jackets are made from antique quilts and the fabric reflects this. Our fabrics are sometimes older than 100 years old and are perfectly worn. We believe this is what makes them special and is part of their charm. All of our garments are pre-washed in a special restoration quilt wash. We recommend only spot cleaning if necessary.
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