Originally Posted by BellaBoo
If the quilt isn't to be used, I would have suggested to cover the whole quilt in tulle. It will keep the quilt together and protect it from further damage.
This would be my suggestion too, the quilt has sentimental value to these people and I wouldn't even try to take it apart and fix it. Cover it with tulle, tack in a few places by tying it and give it back to them. There comes a time when even a quilt can't be saved and used for more than a mememto.
Carol J.