I was invited to see the textiles collected by a retired KU professor, Doris Stubeck. As we looked through her delicate, intricate pieces, my eye kept wandering over to a rug nearby. I could only see a corner of it, but it looked interesting. The fabrics seemed very practical, like they were from worn-out clothes.
It's a small rug, about 2 1/2' wide by 3 1/2' long.
Here's a detail shot. Doris found it at an antique shop/estate sale/garage sale years ago, as she did much of her collection. She doesn't use a computer, but she said it would be ok to show it here. I am delighted she shared it.
Wow! Wow! On both pine burr pieces. Hmm, I may be tempted to make one someday.
ReplyDeleteAmazing! Is that a sign? For you and for us? I am too tempted to start one.
ReplyDeleteThese pine burrs are so fascinating. Sign me up for the class. I would be too scared to start one on my own.
ReplyDeletePretty amazing! When the Gees Bend quilters were in Marshall, MO several years ago, they had a huge one....it was a visual delight! Doris has good taste!
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ReplyDeleteLove it! I have one of these in my bathroom at my cabin...
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely item. I have a couple small pine burr rugs, but the colors are more yaha. And the big pine burr quilt is a lovely item.
ReplyDeleteA rug like this would be a wonderful addition to a prim/antique style home. I like that the maker used plaids and checks. The pieces were probably well faded before the rug was ever made.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting to see the rug!!! I cannot imagine walking on it! I know I will certainly be on the look out for those prairie points!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cool - I have seen one made from poly. double knits - just single triangles. But the folded triangles - WOW. Do you have any instructions?
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