Michael Bell

Judging the Quality of an Amish Quilt

The description "handmade" does not mean that an Amish quilt is high quality. Unfortunately many Amish quilts on the market today are mediocre. And buyer beware: some “Amish quilts" are not even made by the Amish, but are counterfeited in China and other Asian countries. You should keep in mind that you cannot tell if a quilt is made by an Amish person just be looking at it, but you can tell if it is a quality... (posted by Michael 1 year 193 days ago.)

Who Are the Amish?

The Amish are a Christian community that emphasizes simplicity, peace, humility and separation from the outside world. Their roots are in the Anabaptist movement of the sixteenth century Protestant Reformation, a time when these Christians were heavily persecuted and martyred for their opposition to infant baptism and state run religion. As the movement gained strength, many Anabaptists began to call themselves Mennonites after Menno... (posted by Michael 1 year 232 days ago.)

How to Care for Your Amish Quilt

Amish Quilt Care Knowing how to properly care for your quilt will ensure its longevity. Amish quilts generally take approximately 400 hours for an Amish quilter to complete. Considering how much time it took to make your quilt, we know you will want to handle it with care. Here are some helpful hints that we received directly from Barbara, an Amish quilt designer from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. To clean your... (posted by Michael 1 year 240 days ago.)