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    Old 01-20-2012, 07:03 AM
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    There is quite a lot of history behind Turkey Red.....read here

    http://barbarabrackman.blogspot.com/...urkey-red.html
    When I look at this it feels kind of Art Deco to me 1920's-1930's Its a real gem!
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    Old 01-20-2012, 07:26 AM
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    My Mom made a skirt with that fabric for herself and it is at least 100 years old.
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    Old 01-20-2012, 08:44 AM
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    Looks like it could be Damask to me. I would keep it as a tablecloth...it is lovely.
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    Old 01-20-2012, 09:48 AM
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    How about a quilt back? Then you could see it and not have to cut it up (at least not too much).
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    Old 01-20-2012, 10:16 AM
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    How about a table runner. the fabric is stunning and like you, I love it. What a neat piece to get from your brother!
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    Old 01-20-2012, 11:10 AM
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    I saw this fabric at Quilt-in-a-day not sure if they still have it but i saw it this fall. hope this helps.
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    Old 01-20-2012, 11:17 AM
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    How much do you have? Can you make a one block and make a large wall hanging? Maybe put it in a picture frame? or stretch it over canvas? I like the idea of taking it to your LQS and let them look at it. Maybe you wouldn't have to cut it up. Just display it some other way. It's beautiful.
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    Old 01-20-2012, 11:55 AM
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    I, too, love iris and I don't know if I could stand to cut that beautiful fabric. I agree with those who suggested checking with a quilt museum to ascertain age and historical value, if any, before doing anything to destroy it. If they say there is no reason to save it, then you can make all kinds of lovely things if you can bear to cut it. LOL And I will be begging for your scraps. LOL again!!!
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    Old 01-20-2012, 02:15 PM
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    I think I am right in saying that Turkey Red Fabric was dyed in Scotland in the 19th centuary.
    Hope this helps.
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    Old 01-20-2012, 05:04 PM
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    I love Turkey REd. It's the red that is often used for redwork. I agree that it should be used as a table cover. But remove it before eating. Washing may destroy it.
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