Willis Farm

Quilt Pattern

Bow Tie

Located in Blackwater, this waypoint along the Quilt Trail is part of Lee County, within the Southwest Virginia region.

MAIN INFORMATION

The barn is located on the farm where Ann Willis lived for most of her life. Still owned by the family today, the farm is the setting for their annual Thanksgiving dinner, a tradition that is almost 50 years in the running. The pattern is based on a quilt that Ann made from leftover fabric scraps from dresses and household items.

Anne Willis lived at this farm most of her life. The farm is still owned by the family. Anne made several quilts using the ‘bowtie’ pattern.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

129 Blackwater Rd
Blackwater, Virginia


LOCATION MAP

36.628743 °N, -83.05875 °W