One-of-a-Kind: 1800s Bear Paw Flora Jacket (L) cocoon These areas are viewed not

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with the front placket bringing this jacket to life - it was constructed from the indigo floral border edge of an antique quilt

stretches to approximately 19”)

The sleeve openings include the original blanket stitch edge that was in beautiful condition

One-of-a-Kind: 1800s Bear Paw Flora Jacket (L) cocoon These areas are viewed notThis Flora Jacket is made from a midweight quilt dating back to the mid to late 1800s that is hand pieced and quilted in a Bear Paw pattern, with a contrast sashing in an absolutely beautiful burgundy calico fabric. The backing is pieced from muslin and antique faded grain sacks you can just barely see the printed text! The front placket, pocket edges, and outer edge are constructed from a gorgeous herringbone wool, while the sleeve openings feature