Lexi's "New" Vintage Quilt

Just a few months ago at the beginning of summer, we took a little road trip down to Bell Buckle, TN to do some antiquing.  I chronicled that little trip on my blog here. One of the treasures that we brought home was an unfinished Sunbonnet Sue quilt.  It was old and a little frayed.  And no one had ever managed to put a back on it before it ended up in a little antique shop.  When I saw it, my eyes lit up. I knew we had something good there.  The shop was asking $20 for the piece, which I felt was a good deal for what we had found, so we snagged it and brought it home.  

Now, I'm not a quilter, but thankfully, I have a few connections and quickly found someone to help us finish this fabulous piece.  Here's a look at the finished quilt in action.  You seem to like it!

 It is a treasure indeed.  I'm so glad this beautiful quilt now has a home.   

Here are a few close ups of some of the Dutch Dolls. 

And I choose a small vintage looking floral pattern in a coordinating color for the backside of the quilt.  When I went to capture a couple photographs of it, I suddenly had a little help. 

And then next thing I knew I had a little MORE help.  

But back to the quilt.  It is a small size.  I would say it's a twin size quilt at best.  We will use it in your room once you get old enough for a bigger bed.  For now, you are content to cuddle up with it when you are playing on the floor.  

I do so love vintage treasures.  And this one is just about as good as it gets.