Vicksburg

Judie Rothermel
Judie & Bob Rothermel An expert in 1930’s fabric reproductions and designs from the Civil War era and related periods, Judie Rothermel borrows from classic designs and colorations, while incorporating subtle variations to give them an updated look. Since her first collection for Marcus Fabrics in 1987, Judie has developed a strong following, primarily among quilters who look to her designs for their historical accuracy as well as their visual appeal.

Among her specialties are the 1930’s prints presented under the “Aunt Grace” label.

She began collecting antique textiles, quilt tops and quilts in the early 1970’s, along with her husband, Bob. Together they traveled, visited museums and bought quilts. In 1976, Judie and Bob opened their Quilt Shoppe in Canton, OH, giving them a place to house their growing collection, selling quilts occasionally.

Even from these early days, Judie has been drawn to the soft, dusty colors of the antique quilts. In particular, she continues to favor the browns, pinks, grey blues and dirty purples found in quilts from about 1850 to 1865. Miniature quilts and appliqués' are her forte, as she enjoys hand piecing and hand quilting. She has also written several books, each featuring her fabric collections. The following fabrics are from Judie's Vicksburg Collection.