{"product_id":"pristine-compass-star-antique-quilt-from-idaho-with-butter-yellow-and-intricate-hand-quilting","title":"Pristine Compass Star Antique Quilt from Idaho with Butter Yellow and Intricate Hand Quilting","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThis quilt features a variation of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eLone Star\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003eStar of Bethlehem\u003c\/b\u003e pattern in the Compass Star, as it is unique because it is composed of multiple individual star blocks rather than one singular giant star. Measures 74x88.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Pattern Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlock Composition:\u003c\/b\u003e Each block features an eight-pointed star made of small diamond-shaped pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLayout:\u003c\/b\u003e The star blocks are set \"on point\" (rotated 45 degrees) and alternated with solid pale yellow squares. This creates a checkered, diagonal movement across the quilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComplex Piecing:\u003c\/b\u003e The individual stars are quite detailed, using multiple fabrics within a single star to create a \"nested\" or secondary star effect.\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=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFabric \u0026amp; Aesthetic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScrap Style:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a classic scrap quilt, utilizing a variety of prints including tiny florals, calicos, and ginghams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e The combination of soft yellows with pops of red, blue, and pink is very characteristic of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"106\"\u003eDepression-era\u003c\/b\u003e quilts from the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuilting Texture:\u003c\/b\u003e You can see heavy \"crinkling\" across the surface, which indicates it has been washed and used, a sign of a well-loved utility quilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Observations\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\"\u003eHand-Quilting:\u003c\/b\u003e There is visible hand-quilting in the yellow squares, often following an \"echo\" or \"X\" pattern to secure the batting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBorder:\u003c\/b\u003e The edge of the quilt features a wide white border that helps the vibrant star blocks stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quiltventures at Trinity Lodge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41624477204613,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/6971\/2005\/files\/IMG_7941.jpg?v=1778334534","url":"https:\/\/3ctrnj-wm.myshopify.com\/products\/pristine-compass-star-antique-quilt-from-idaho-with-butter-yellow-and-intricate-hand-quilting","provider":"Quiltventures at Trinity Lodge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}