What’s the recipe for a great quilt story? Start with an antique quilt dealer, an estate sale in New York City, and a mid-19th century quilt; season with historical prints in bright colors like cheddar and buttery yellows, turkey reds, Prussian blue, and poison greens; mix in some quirky appliqué blocks; and garnish with a bit of…Cher?! True story! Inspired by this remarkable quilt, Betsy Chutchian recreated its vibrant prints for her Sally’s Stitches collection. From delicate florals and meandering calicos, to crisp checks and bold clovers, these reproduction fabrics bring history alive with surprising freshness and timeless appeal.

The Turn Back Time Sampler is a masterpiece project for quilters yearning to make something truly special. Betsy has faithfully replicated the aesthetic of the antique quilt while updating the construction for today’s quilter. Through a series of in-depth video tutorials from Betsy Chuthcian, you’ll learn appliqué techniques, foundation paper piecing, working with diamonds, and of course plenty of half-square triangles. The result? A show-stopping quilt that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

This stunning 16 block sampler quilt features traditional pieced and appliquéd blocks in reds, blues, greens, and creams, offering a historical yet fresh quilting experience for various skill levels.

Pattern and templates are included!

You can find the FREE Video Instructions by clicking here or scanning the QR codes throughout the pattern.