quilts as tablecloths

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02-01-2014, 09:07 AM

#21

NJ Quilter

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Originally Posted by cjsews

I use quilts on the table every so often. I just expect them to get a little dirty and they go in the wash. Just glad to have them out of the cedar chest and find a good use.

Same here. I have a few that I use for our large coffee table. No glass or other covering. That's what washing machines are for.

02-01-2014, 09:42 AM

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MaryAnnMc

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I use Joann's clear vinyl on my table, which displays a rotating selection of vintage tablecloths on it. Once of these days it will sport a quilt, honest. But I don't see why glass wouldn't work to protect the top, but the vinyl protects the sides from drips.

02-01-2014, 09:49 AM

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carolaug

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I have a round table and going shopping for a square one so its easier...I love quilted tablecloths. I am not going to put anything on it. I will remove it though when eating as I normally do and replace with placemats. I would love to see some pictures of some pretty tablecloths from folks. Happy quilting!

02-01-2014, 10:09 AM

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Pennyhal

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I'm in the process of making a quilt for my table. I thought that I'd just spray the top with Scotch Guard to help protect it from stains. I thought about using Best Press, but it is so expensive.

02-01-2014, 10:16 AM

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luvTooQuilt

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Originally Posted by Tartan

My $ store has little clear rubber dots for sticking on the back of furniture and picture frames? I stuck some to the plexiglass that sits on top of my counter. It gives a little breathing room and keeps it from sliding.

this is my suggestion as well.. Clear and non skid..

02-01-2014, 02:10 PM

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decky

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My son and daughter in law have a large table that has a glass top. It is heavy, I sure wouldn't think that it would move. It would probably depend on how thick the glass is.

Pat in MN

02-02-2014, 03:40 AM

#27

4js

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I change my tablecloths with the seasons. I have a Valentines one on right now. I use to buy the plastic at Joanns but found I can buy clear table cloths at Walmart and Bed Bath and Beyond that are the right size and MUCH cheaper. Good luck.

02-02-2014, 05:30 AM

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craftygater

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The Christmas Tree Shopp has clear vinyl table cloth covers for starting $3.99. I do believe Bed Bath and Beyond carries them too. I put these over my fabric table cloths to help keep them clean.

02-02-2014, 05:43 AM

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MaureenT

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I was at a party one time, when the hostess put down a punch bowl a little to hard, and the glass that covered the table broke.

02-02-2014, 07:39 AM

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KwiltyKahy

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I can't help with your question, but this thread reminds me of a cartoon I saw several years ago in a quilting magazine. A husband and wife are at a table, the wife says "We can't afford this place, they use antique quilts for tablecloths".