Originally Posted by
ManiacQuilter2
I would suggest you might contact your LQS or quilt guild. You need to tell him that quilts don't really bring in the value that they should. The ones I see being appraised on the PBS show Antique Roadshow are exceptionally detailed applique quilts.
Until we see photos, we can't make a good evaluation. I did email an AQS appraiser to get her input on how to approach this. Obviously we need to see the quilts to determine value...if any. Not sure if they are Road Show worthy. Those quilts are the exception, of course. Guild members will want a low-ball price too if they are buying quilts.
If the quilts are more utilitarian vs "heirloom"... Perhaps the owner will want to donate them and take a write-off, if able. Stay tuned. Thanks for the input!
The quilts have been stored away for about 25 years, btw. I really look forward to seeing them!
sandy