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Old 04-13-2010, 04:45 PM
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nannya54
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Originally Posted by Corky
How wide is it selvedge to selvedge? The older cotton calico fabrics prior to 1950 were usually about 36" wide compared to the post 50's that were 54" and other widths. Although it depends on the manufacturer, since some were manufacturing on the older machines later than 1950. True "vintage" cottons are 36" in width.
It's a 36 and never been worked with at all. It sounds from all the help I've had on this you all think it would be okay to use in a quilt. If I do, I'll be sure to post pics. Thank you all so very much with your input!
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