Creek patchwork dress, Blue Feather

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Blue Feather, Creek patchwork dress
Blue Feather, Creek patchwork dress
Blue Feather
Creek patchwork dress
late 1970s
Blue Feather
Creek patchwork dress, late 1970s
Where object was made: North America
Material/technique: cotton; lace; appliqué; polyester; elastic; quilting
Credit line: Collection of Haskell Cultural Center and Museum, Haskell Indian Nations University (Gift of Martha Houle (Creek))
Accession number: EL2024.048
Not on display
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Native Fashion
Creek and Seminole patchwork features fabric pieced together to form intricate geometric patterns. It was developed in the late 19th century after tribes incorporated European materials and sewing techniques. Patchwork is a symbol of cultural identity for Creek and Seminole people and can also be found on jackets, aprons, and towels.

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