What a precious quilt for you to have! I'm glad that your step father got it back to you. It is beautiful and so is your label. I understand your sentiment to keep it protected it is so very special. I have a quilt that I made for my Dad. It is on the couch but we rarely use the couch. I get to see the quilt and be reminded of how much my Dad liked the quilt. And if the mood strikes me I'll wrap myself up in it :) I'm sorry for your losses.