60s and 70s polyester suiting
#13
Originally Posted by ckcowl
we make *utility quilts * with poly suitings- i do use batting- it gives some cushion- and keeps the seams from being so evident-
they are great for picnic/beach quilts! the kids have them for forts-
we have made some pretty good sized ones- they wash up nicely-and wear like steel.
they are great for picnic/beach quilts! the kids have them for forts-
we have made some pretty good sized ones- they wash up nicely-and wear like steel.
#14
Originally Posted by ckcowl
we make *utility quilts * with poly suitings- i do use batting- it gives some cushion- and keeps the seams from being so evident-
they are great for picnic/beach quilts! the kids have them for forts-
we have made some pretty good sized ones- they wash up nicely-and wear like steel.
they are great for picnic/beach quilts! the kids have them for forts-
we have made some pretty good sized ones- they wash up nicely-and wear like steel.
#15
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Yes, I am sure it will outlast me too. I have been wanting to put several quilts together for members of my family. I probably have enough garments for 10 or 12 large quilts. I have received The info that I asked for and I thank everyone for their comments. I'm gonna get busy and use up these scraps that I have already cut tonight.
#16
I made 2 queen size ones using 5" squares in the 70's. I have had 1 more cut out and ready to piece for at least 30 years. The first one I use a sheet blanket, & the 2nd one, I used a sheet. I have rebacked both of them. The double knit holds up forever. My 39 year old daughter took it every where, - to camp, sleep overs, her honeymoon, and weekend vacations. She is waiting for me to reback it again. That was my first quilt and I still need to get a pic of it. -- I did use a thin poly batting in them, which has nearly disinagrated.
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