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Multi-Color Sampler Patchwork Quilt by Terri Norris - A multi-color patchwork sampler quilt constructed from various printed cotton fabrics in navy blue, deep red, gold, forest green, and cream tones. The central rectangular panel features a sampler design with traditional motifs including a large red heart, stars, flying geese, and various floral and foliate appliqués. Several blocks within the center exhibit intricate embroidery and decorative feather stitching along seam lines. The central sampler is framed by three narrow borders in patterned blue, yellow, and red fabrics. The outer border consists of a wide, complex patchwork of elongated hexagonal pieces in assorted prints, joined with hand-finished decorative feather stitching. The entire quilt is machine-quilted with swirling and floral patterns in yellow-gold thread. The reverse side features a two-tone tan and cream patchwork pattern. A white fabric label is sewn to the reverse side with red printed text reading A Treasure Forever, By Terri Norris, and norrisertr@yahoo.com. Width: 61 inches Length: 74 inches.