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Charming 1920s Double Wedding Ring Quilt in Pale Yellow Gingham & Florals
From a Cape Cod Summer Cottage - Machine …
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Charming 1920s Double Wedding Ring Quilt in Pale Yellow Gingham & Florals
From a Cape Cod Summer Cottage - Machine & Hand Stitched Treasure
Dimensions: 65" × 78"
A delightful example of Depression-era romance and resourcefulness. This Double Wedding Ring quilt features the beloved interlocking rings pattern in soft pale yellow gingham and cottage garden florals on a crisp white cotton ground—perfectly embodying the sweet, sun-washed aesthetic of 1920s-30s American quilting.
The Romance of the Pattern
The Double Wedding Ring became wildly popular in the late 1920s as a symbol of love and union, with its interlocking circles representing marriage and eternal commitment. According to folklore, newlyweds who spent their first night beneath a Double Wedding Ring quilt would have a blessed marriage. Created during the Depression era when nothing was wasted, this quilt showcases the ingenious use of fabric scraps—likely dress cottons, shirting, and feedsack remnants—transformed into an heirloom.
Cape Cod Provenance
Recently acquired from a charming summer cottage on Old Cape Cod, this quilt carries with it the gentle patina and lived-in warmth of generations of seaside summers. The pale yellow palette feels perfectly suited to beach cottage life—soft morning light, fresh ocean breezes, lazy afternoons on screened porches.
Construction & Craftsmanship
Thoughtfully executed with both machine piecing and hand stitching, demonstrating the practical approach of the era when sewing machines were prized possessions but fine handwork was still essential. The yellow gingham checks and sweet floral prints create a cheerful, unpretentious charm that speaks to simpler times and cottage living.
Condition & Character
Honest vintage condition with age-appropriate wear and a few old blemishes that only add to its authenticity and story. These imperfections are gentle reminders of the quilt's nearly 100-year journey—evidence of use, love, and the passage of time. The overall integrity is wonderful, with vibrant colors and sturdy cotton throughout.
Styling This Beauty
Layer at the foot of a bed for instant cottage charm
Drape over a favorite armchair or daybed
Perfect for a guest room needing cozy Americana vibes
Ideal for beach house, farmhouse, or cottage-style interiors
Beautiful draped on a quilt ladder or hung as textile art
Pairs gorgeously with white ironstone, painted furniture, and natural textures
Why We Love It
The soft yellow palette is surprisingly versatile—fresh without being saccharine, cheerful without being loud. Unlike many vintage quilts dominated by bold scrappy prints, this one's gentle color story makes it incredibly easy to style. Plus, there's something deeply romantic about owning a Double Wedding Ring quilt with genuine Cape Cod cottage provenance.
Era: Circa 1920s-1930s
Origin: Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Materials: All cotton - gingham, floral prints, white ground
Construction: Machine & hand stitched
Pattern: Double Wedding Ring
A lovely piece of American textile history ready to bring warmth, charm, and coastal cottage romance to your home.
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- Dimensions
- 78ʺW × 0.25ʺD × 65ʺH
- Pattern
- Other
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cotton
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Yellow
- Condition Notes
- D Slight he and use some older blemishes but that’s life on Olde Cape Cod D Slight he and use some older blemishes but that’s life on Olde Cape Cod less
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