Gee, I don't know what's the best thing to do.. but I have done exactly that same thing... I still have the quilt, and still use it.. but it is a utility quilt not an heirloom. I know that quilts we use are precious, especially one made by someone we love so much, but I don't really believe in keeping something we love in a box in the closet.. why have it if it can't be used and appreciated? I would try to fix it and keep on using it.