Storing finished quilts
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Storing finished quilts
What's the best way to store finished quilts that you don't have room to hang or display? I know keeping out direct sunlight is best, but can you safely keep them folded on the shelf? Is it okay to store them in the plastic zip bags that you get pillows/sheets, etc in? Want to be sure and keep them safe until I give them away as gifts or sell them.
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Location: Western Wisconsin
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I think the best way is to lay them out on a bed. They can be stacked and covered with a sheet to protect them from light.
Plastic does not allow the fabrics to breathe and moisture can condense inside, so it is usually not recommended.
Plastic does not allow the fabrics to breathe and moisture can condense inside, so it is usually not recommended.
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Ontario, Canada
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I make matching pillowcases for each quilt and store my finished quilt in its own case. The all cotton pillowcase lets my quilt "breathe", keeps out the dust and light and I can tell at a glance what quilt is in there because it matches the pillowcase. This also makes for fewer left over bits and pieces after finishing a quilt.
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Keene, New Hampshire
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I keep all of my quilts that aren't in use on the beds in my 2 small guest rooms.
I don't display quilts, mostly cause they're too big; I don't make wallhangings, large lap quilts are the smallest I go.
I don't display quilts, mostly cause they're too big; I don't make wallhangings, large lap quilts are the smallest I go.
#8
I make matching pillowcases for each quilt and store my finished quilt in its own case. The all cotton pillowcase lets my quilt "breathe", keeps out the dust and light and I can tell at a glance what quilt is in there because it matches the pillowcase. This also makes for fewer left over bits and pieces after finishing a quilt.
What a terrific idea. I love how organized you are. gina
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