I agree with illinois about the hand quilting, in keeping with the time period. If it was important to keep the fabric in the same era, keep the quilting too. Do you know any hand quilters in your area? I 'd have a quilting party and invite them over. You'd be surprised how quickly one quilt could be done. I know nothing as fast as LA but you know what I mean. I had a party 2 years ago to quilt an anniversary quilt I made my husband. Enjoyed chatting while we worked.