Yo-Yo Coverlet

Multi-colored yo-yos in a central medallion setting, this coverlet is atypical of most yo-yo coverlets. Its square shape suggests it was not made to cover a bed. The diamond-in-the-square geometric pattern that gives depth to its surface visually references that of a genre of 19th century Amish quilts much valued by collectors because of their distinctly modernist aesthetic. In addition, however, the coverlet features floral-like clusters of yo-yos more often found in flower garden quilts.

Technically, this textile is not a quilt, as the yo-yos are made individually and attached together. However in this example, a backing fabric was added to the piece, perhaps to make it more functional as a decorative cover.

Techniques: Hand stitched
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Credit Line: Gift of Rick Holden and Sandra Moll