patching ideas
05-25-2016, 07:33 AM
#21
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I would like to see a picture of the whole quilt.
If it is only one or two areas that have holes or tears, that is one thing.
But if it is really worn out - would the remaining fabric even be able to support new sewing?
If it is only one or two areas that have holes or tears, that is one thing.
But if it is really worn out - would the remaining fabric even be able to support new sewing?
05-25-2016, 09:33 AM
#22
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I agree that you will probably have to cut out a whole piece and 'insert' a new piece. What about making a statement with the pieces? Such as piece this with a heart shaped and mark it like a label - made by grandmother. Or make a square but applique something on the top block. Is there a special memory of the grandmother? maybe teacup or flowers? I would take whatever fabric I was planning on using and wash it several times to soften it - or maybe fabric salvaged from an old dress or shirt.
05-25-2016, 04:08 PM
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l had to repair my dd'quilt that her puppy chewed holes in.l removed a whole section where the most damage occured, unstitching the front, trimming the batting, then cutting the backing so it had some seam allowance. l remade that top area with similar fabrics in squares cut to size & attatched seaming the usual way ( reaching through that large hole from back. l then basted in batting, and patched the back up, just top sewing it through all layers, and added appropriate quilting lines to go with what existed. Next, the smaller holes l patched as the others have already suggested.
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