Womens 125th Anniversary Commemorative Quilt.

During the development of Quilting the Armour, the idea of making a Kelly womens quilt was introduced to the community. Interest was bolstered when Chris Dormer and Noelene Allan became enthused and decided to complete the quilt in time for the 2006 Beechworth Kelly Event.

With the help of a small band of quilters and textile artists, the quilt was completed. In conjunction with a Talk about Ellen Kelly, given by local historian, quilter and performer Noelene Allan, local Kelly enthusiast and descendant of Tom Lloyd, Noeleen Lloyd launched the quilt. The Beechworth Courthouse was full, and the womens event very well received.

"The quilt is wonderful. On first glance it appears nothing special, but more thoughtful inspection reveals a humble, sombre work with occasional flashes of colour, much like Ellens life really," said Jeannie Haughton, who originated the idea, "I particularly like the use of the black and grey fabrics, and the bed ticking which binds the piece. It is also interesting to see most quilters identified strongly with Ellen Kelly."