Originally Posted by chris_quilts
Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
Originally Posted by chris_quilts
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
I always have fun looking through the bins with all the vintage quilts. I never buy any though, just have fun seeing the fabrics and patterns that were used.
Saw several SunBonnet Sues there - way pricey as were the double wedding rings. One of the DWR was just a top for $300 but beautifully made with gorgeous vintage fabric.
I bought a nice one a few weeks ago for $12.50. Keep looking!
People (i.e., dealers) think they are worth more if they are hand made. The truth is, I'd much rather have one machine pieced--they hold up longer and in general, the workmanship is better.
I will now go and wait for the Quilt Police to show up at my door.
Miz Johhny; I am with you. I'll also be waiting for the Quilt police at my door.
The pic is of a hand pieced top that was put together in the 30s or 40s but finally sandwiched and quilted about 2 years ago. The stitching was so fine, it was amazing to behold. The hand-pieced top in the resale shop was not so fine and the shop wanted more than $200. Colors are true in the picture. A lady bought it for $200 for just the top and have no idea how much the quilting cost her. The money ($200) went for charity so I consider it worth it.
That's a pretty quilt top. Thanks for posting.