{"product_id":"glorious-butterfly-quilt-made-into-a-beautiful-wrap-poncho-look-one-size-fits-all","title":"Glorious butterfly quilt made into a beautiful wrap\/poncho look. One size fits all.","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eGlorious butterfly quilt made into a beautiful wrap\/poncho look. One size fits all. Unique antique buttons to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe butterfly quilt is a charming example of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eDepression-era\u003c\/b\u003e Americana, a motif that soared in popularity during the 1930s and 40s. These quilts often symbolized hope and transformation during lean times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTwo Primary Traditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eDepending on how the butterflies are constructed, they usually fall into one of two categories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppliqued Butterflies:\u003c\/b\u003e This is the most common vintage style. Small scraps of fabric (often \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003efeedsacks\u003c\/b\u003e or calico prints) are cut into wing shapes and stitched onto a solid white or cream background. The antennae and bodies are often added afterward with black embroidery thread using a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"285\"\u003estem stitch\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"300\"\u003eblanket stitch\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFront vs. Back:\u003c\/b\u003e On the front of the jacket, the butterflies point toward the center, creating a structured, framing effect. On the back, the blocks are oriented to create a repeating, grid-like pattern that showcases the symmetry of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Aesthetic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Scrap\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Because butterflies are small, they were the perfect way for quilters to use up their smallest \"precious\" scraps of floral, gingham, and polka-dot fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePastel Palettes:\u003c\/b\u003e Vintage butterfly quilts are famous for their \"Easter egg\" colors—mint green, baby blue, soft pink, and \"sunlight\" yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSashing and Borders:\u003c\/b\u003e They are often set with wide sashing (the strips between blocks) to give each butterfly room to \"breathe,\" frequently finished with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"155\"\u003escalloped edge\u003c\/b\u003e to mimic the curves of a wing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJacket Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollar Treatment:\u003c\/b\u003e You have used a coordinating \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003eblack and white patterned collar\u003c\/b\u003e, which pulls the darker colors from the blocks up toward the face. This creates a cohesive look and adds a touch of sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSleeve Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e The way the butterflies wrap around the sleeves adds a sense of movement, making the pattern feel like it’s traveling across the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote - made with a gorgeous vintage quilt with character and softness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quiltventures at Trinity Lodge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41632000278661,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/6971\/2005\/files\/IMG_8007.jpg?v=1778853400","url":"https:\/\/3ctrnj-wm.myshopify.com\/products\/glorious-butterfly-quilt-made-into-a-beautiful-wrap-poncho-look-one-size-fits-all","provider":"Quiltventures at Trinity Lodge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}