Circus Quilt - Vintage Newspaper Embroidery Pattern

The Circus quilt is a vintage redwork/embroidery pattern that was originally published in the 1930's or 1940's in The World-Herald Household.  Patterns for the 20 quilt blocks were designed by Harry Rasmussen, head of The World-Herald Art Department. The patterns were published on successive Wednesdays as a weekly Woman's Department feature.  

The designs are just under 6" square. Following the instructions given - the designs are to be transferred to a 7" square of cotton off-white fabric. The finished quilt is designed to fit a single bed.  If you follow the square sizes and border sizes as given, the finished size will be 60" x 87". 

  • Trained Seal Act

  • The Colorful Clown

  • The Trapeze Performers

  • The Band Conductor

  • The Arab and Camel

  • The Barker and the Fat Lady

  • The Clown and Trick Dog

  • Trick Horse and His Trainer

  • The Lion, King of Beasts

  • Tightrope and Walking Monkeys

  • Giraffe and His Guard

  • The Vicious Rhinoceros

  • The Steam Calliope and Musician

  • The Snarling Tiger in His Cage

  • Jumbo and His Trainer

  • The Hippopotamus

  • Clown and His Bear

  • The Zebras in the Animal Tent

  • Bareback Rider and Her Mount

  • Entrance to Show

  • Balloon Design for the Quilting

  • Layout diagram and instructions