Flying Goddess, this is an interesting topic you brought up, have enjoyed
reading all the replys.
Years ago my Mother left me 25, 9 inch muslin squares, beautifully
embroidered with different flowers on each. One day I decided to try
and incorporate them into a king size quilt. Of course, I didn't know
what I was doing and ran into trouble, so I called the local quilt shop for
help. The lady there said come right down and I will help you, had to tear alot of what I did out, but I did what she told me and then went back and
picked out the backing, it came to $97.00, I nearly fell over, good thing I
had my checkbook w/me. No prices were visible and I guess it didn't occur to me to ask. I do now!! Then she said bring it back and I will quilt it for you, WOW, another shock, I learned a lot in one experience. But it
turned out very nice and is a treasure to me. :D