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Old 07-23-2016, 04:36 AM
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Could they be used for backing fabric or at least parts of them. If you are really not interested in them, donate them to a church quilting group - am sure they could use them.
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Old 07-23-2016, 05:10 AM
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I would try to use the long strips of borders in the fabric as fabric in my new quilt. There is some beautiful stuff there, but nothing says you have to use it like it is.
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Old 07-23-2016, 05:26 AM
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I don't really like them either so I would not want to work with them. I would either trade them with another quilter for something I liked better, or donate them to a thrift shop. Someone who can't afford expensive fabrics will be thrilled to find them.

It's just not fun to sew with fabrics that don't inspire you.
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Old 07-23-2016, 06:09 AM
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If the pieces are big enough, I might save them for a quilt back. I might also use them to try a new pattern like Triangle Frenzy table runner ( since you have kind of a border print in the one) Or maybe the fold and stitch wreath/candle mat from Poorhouse designs.
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Old 07-23-2016, 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by sewbizgirl View Post
It's just not fun to sew with fabrics that don't inspire you.
I agree with this....if I didn't like the fabric, I would pass it on to someone who liked it.
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Old 07-23-2016, 09:45 AM
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Don't feel obligated. Your friend obviously was not interested In them which is why she passed them along. You could make some into practice FMQ sandwiches and donate the rest.
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Old 07-25-2016, 05:32 AM
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Pass it on to someone who loves it and work on what you love!
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