Evening Primrose Patch

        This geometric design is without a name as far as I know so I've decided to call it "Evening Primrose." I found it in a collection of designs dating prior to 1910. If any of my visitors know the old name for this patch, please write about it below in the comments. I've included a quilt map for those of you who would like to try working out some coloring for the arrangement before sewing the blocks. This is a unique patch in that the flower is first pieced and then appliqued directly onto a block. It seems as though most quilters like to either piece or applique. I enjoy both methods so I suppose that is why I find this design appealing.

The Evening Primrose Patch quilter's map.

Evening Primrose Template.

Origin of the Name: Oenothera caespitosa or desert or tufted evening primrose is native to western and central North America. This native flower is drought resistant, has white cup shaped blooms and grows in poor soils.