Object Record
Images
Metadata
Object Name |
Blanket |
Catalog Number |
1999.65 |
Maker |
Churchill Weavers |
Date |
1999 |
Material(s) |
Acrylic/Satin |
Dimensions |
H-44 W-28 inches |
Description |
This hooded poncho-like infant blanket is hand-woven in a loose plain weave structure of white acrylic yarns. The pattern on the blanket is comprised of repeated nine squares of ribbed and loose plain weave. A white satin ribbon tie is stitched inside the hood. The hood is lined with white satin and has a white satin ribbon drawstring. The facing of front opening is tacked over and embroidered with roses and blue flowers with green vines. There is short unknotted fringe on all blanket sides. |
Notes |
When missionary David Carroll Churchill returned to the U.S. with his wife Eleanor, he settled in Berea, Kentucky. Using his loom designs, he and his wife began Churchill Weavers in 1922. Eleanor Churchill designed and wove the fabrics, her husband designed and built the looms. Churchill still uses the same equipment and very similar production practices today. |
Collection |
Churchill Weavers Collection |
People |
Churchill, David Carroll Churchill, Eleanor Churchill Weavers |
Subjects |
Blankets Infants Textile art Textile industry Textiles Weaving |
Search Terms |
Appalachian Region Berea (Ky.) Madison County (Ky.) |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |