WWII Sweetheart Pillow Quilt

Part VI of an article related to pillows and pillow tops
given during wartime as an expression of love

text by Patricia Cummings

Photos provided by "sue reich"

Sue Reich owns a very special item, a colorful "quilt" that consists of pillow tops sewn together. In this file, you will see a photo of the whole quilt, and you will also see four close-ups of the quilt pillow "blocks" themselves. We thank sue for having taken these special photos for you to enjoy.

WWII Quilt composed of Sweetheart Pillow Tops.

WWII Sweetheart Pillow Quilt. photo courtesy of sue reich

WWII Sweetheart Quilt "Block" with Mother poem - close-up

Close-up view of a "Mother" poem. photo courtesy of sue reich.

The above quilt top has a sentimental poem.

Mother

Oft times when skies were gray
You turned them back to blue.
Thats why my thoughts to-day,
Turn back my dear to you.

WWII Sweetheart Pillow Quilt with mother poem - close-up 2

"Tennesse Maneuvers" is the name seen on the "Mother" Pillow Top above.
photo courtesy of sue reich.

Mother

There is a certain lovely Mother
Who is loyal, sweet and true -
One whose love and understanding
Does what nothing else could do
In providing smiles and comfort.
Everything in life that's fine
She's a darling, and I love her -
And I'm mighty glad she's MINE!

WWII Sweetheart Pillow Quilt "block" with Mother and Dad poem

Close-up of a "Mother and Dad" poem on this WWII Sweetheart Pillow Quilt.
photo courtesy of sue reich

WWII Sweetheart Pillow Quilt with "Mother" poem - close-up

We have seen this poem on other WWII pillow tops. It may have been a favorite one. photo courtesy of sue reich.

We hope that you have enjoyed seeing this unusual textile. Many thanks to sue reich for taking the photos and for always being so willing to share with others.

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