Judy Rehmel

Quilted wall hangings

Creator of wall hangings, quilts and ecclesiastical arts displayed at juried arts and crafts shows, galleries and accepting private commissions. Traditional quilt patterns and original designs are available in a wide range of sizes and decorator colors and styles.

Studied Art and Design at Purdue University; additional work at Indiana University, Ball State University; received Bachelor of arts degree from Earlham College. Author of eight books on traditional American quilt patterns. Teacher of adult education classes in needlework.

After years of writing quilt pattern identification books, the creative itch of Judy Rehmel was enough to start a whole new career in creating wall hangings using traditional and original quilt patterns.  Her creations span a wide variety of styles to match any décor. All of the pieces have rings for hanging but most can also be used as table covers or accent pieces in various decorative ways.  Pieces range in size from 13”x13” to 48”x48”, or more.  An average of three hundred pieces are on display at the Brown County Craft Gallery all year round.
Traditional quilt designs used by Judy for the wall hangings include the Texas Star, Mariner’s Compass, Double Irish Chain, Bear’s Paw, Double Astor, Alice’s Favorite, Pine Trees and many more.  She is known for her original designs of Angels, Santa Claus, Nativity scenes, Schoolhouses, Lighthouses, and more.  A series of nature designs include apples, cardinals, birdhouses, Mallard duck, and various leaf designs.  Christmas designs are among the most popular.