I am so sorry for your terrible loss. I know how shattering it can be to have something all planned in your head and then find it is ruined and will not be. We built a new house and off course mice were here the first year. I had a beautiful cotton sweater my husband gave me and when I went to pull it out of storage, there was a large hole shewed. Along with a stock pile of cat food. Found cat food in lots of drawers along with ruined items. It took awhile before the cats finally caught them. Try not to dwell on the things you can't change. It's hard, I know, but you're a quilter and you are strong and you can!!!