Americana Eagle Folk Art Bird pin_cushion The background paper is from

The background paper is from a 19th century French ledger

I aged and painted the heart paper

These are perfect for storing makeup

wherever you want a whimsical accent

but I will continue make quilts in this style as time allows

Americana Eagle Folk Art Bird pin_cushion The background paper is fromAbout 8 wide x 11 12 tall Inspired by an antique fabric eagle, I drew a pattern and made my own patriotic eagles. Each bird in this collection is a slightly different shape as I adjusted the paper pattern each time I cut out a new bird. All are made from antique quilts, ca. early 1900s. The front of the eagle is the front of the quilt, and the back is the backing from the quilt. Each eagle has an antique bone ring sewn on the back for hanging on a