This pattern symbolizes guidance and protection; representing the North Star to travelers; a token of love and friendship.

d.1860's - 1960's

Hand-quilted cotton

Collected by Lorinda.

Please note this quilt is an antique and has imperfections. 

Nora Edith is a textiles collection curated by Lorinda O'Neil. An artist based in Maine, Lori has been collecting quilts since her early days exploring in Los Angeles, CA. The collection is named for her grandma Nora - a mother of 10  - who taught her children and grandchildren to care for themselves and others through cooking, gardening, and sewing. For the last 40 years Lorinda has collected and mended the quilts she has found, excited to pass them on to their next home.