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The Rose of Sharon Quilt Block
 
The Rose of Sharon quilt block graces the Woods Farm on 891 Old US-31 Rd.
near Reed City.  Inspired by a bold quilt made by Wava Woods' Aunt Mabel, circa  1930.
Though an oft-made quilt pattern, this quilt is unique in the bold colors used.
  
 
Aunt Mabel Zimmerman Outen
 
 
Wava Zimmerman Woods and Aunt Mabel's quilt 
 
Computer design of quilt block
by OQT originator Elsie Vredenburg

Drafting the quilt block
 
Wava working on the "applique" pattern

 
Background painting
 

Painting the Rose of Sharon
 
 
Pulling the magic tape
 
 
And then the touch-up...
 

Going up....
 
 
.....and up 
 
 
Woods'  Rose of Sharon Quilt Block at home