Kathymcneilquilts

This quilt was inspired by the Victorian tradition of bringing Tussie Mussie bouquets when you came to call.Tussie-Mussies are unique and personal. Every sprig and blossom in each little nosegay conveys a “meaning” with the language of flowers. Depending on which herbs are included, a wide variety of personal messages can be sent.  Every well bred lady of that era was armed with a floral dictionary. I wore out 3 confusing and sometimes contradictory dictionaries doing the research for my “Language of Flowers” quilt. Surprises met me everywhere. Who knew that snapdragons meant Deception?