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... Read >

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 pe... Read >

Everything you need to know about caring 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... Read >