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Patchwork quilt

Knight, Becky (Artist)

Patchwork quilt, titled 'Good for You'. Made in 2006 by the textile artist Becky Knight, as part of her 'Comfort Blankets' collection of contemporary quilts.

Made from recycled Guinness cans, machine sewn in the traditional 'drunkards path' design. Wool backing with pole sleeve. The Guinness cans have been cut into small 4.5cm squares and sewn together to form the pattern.

Patchwork quilt
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Collection Area

Social & Cultural History

Item Number

F09.18

Historical Associations

Associated Person/Body: St Fagans: National History Museum
Association Type: Exhibition
Date: 2008 - 2009
Place: St Fagans: National History Museum

Creation/Production

Knight, Becky
Role: Artist
Place: Borth
Period: 2006

Acquisition

Purchase

Measurements

Width (cm): 135
Length (cm): 186

Techniques

Machine sewn
Patchwork
Quilting

Material

Aluminium
Wool (fabric)

Location

In store-room
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