vinceaddams:atrestart:Kentucky Coffin Quilt or The Graveyard Quilt.This quilt was made by Elizabeth
vinceaddams:atrestart:Kentucky Coffin Quilt or The Graveyard Quilt.This quilt was made by Elizabeth Roseberry Mitchell (allegedly with her two daughters to mourn the loss of her sons.) I have read both 1839 and 1843.LeMoyne or Lemon Star pattern. As a family member died, his coffin was moved into the center graveyard.That is such a cool idea!Edit: I found some clearer pictures and closeups here!This thing is awesome and I love it. -- source link
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