Who’s heard of a Feed Sack Quilt? In the early 20th century, when companies packaged many dry goods in cloth sacks, innovative sewists upcycled these utilitarian items into quilts, clothes, and toys for their families. This year, the International Quilt Museum featured an extensive exhibit of feed sacks and the items created from them. I knew a bit about feed sacks and their use, but after seeing this beautifully curated exhibit, I have an entirely new level of respect for these textiles. The International Quilt Museum The International Quilt Museum is in Lincoln, Nebraska, and houses an extensive permanent collection of quilts and related textiles. The museum hosts multiple exhibits in its extensive gallery spaces, including items in the permanent collection and pieces on loan. Feed Sack Exhibit Many of you know my background as a theatrical scenic and costume designer, and I appreciate a well-laid-out exhibit. A red line on the floor draws visitors into the back gallery, where the Feed Sack Exhibit is located. The entire space allows people to move around with direction and easily return to previous pieces. Feed Sacks For me, the critical part of the exhibit was the timeline featuring feed sack examples from … Continue reading Outstanding Upcycling: Vintage Feed Sacks That Made Sewing Affordable