Vintage Martha’s Choice Throw
posted in Vintage Throws |Vintage Martha's Choice throw is manufactured at Maine Heritage Weavers in Lewiston, Maine. Also known as George Washington's Choice, Martha's Choice is still one of the most popular candlewick designs. Martha's Choice is also woven as bedspreads, shams and coverlets.
Many brides received a Martha or George Washington's Choice bedspread during the 1950s.
George chose the original of this design for his bride. The original weave, older than Christianity, was lost when textile machinery replaced skilled weavers. Bates Fabrics had recaptures this weaving art and former employees continue this tradition at Maine Heritage Weavers.
Available in white or antique, this design is also available in coverlet sizes with pom-pom fringe and bedspread sizes with string fringe. Fabric swatches are available. Blue/white and sage/whte colors will be offered in the spring.
