I would finish it and take a photo and send a nice picture and card to the family to show them how you are caring for the piece. That was very kind of him to give it to you.

I am very grateful that he gave it to me. Believe me, it isn't that I don't appreciate it. I suppose I attach more significance to items passed down from family members or made by family. I like to see things stay in the family because I hear so many say "I wish I had my ... but it was thrown away after she/he passed.

Anyway - I pulled the top out this morning to see what I was getting myself into. I don't know how I can do this. The blocks are on a foundation of muslin, all needle turn applique and made of real 1930's fabrics. It isn't a Grandma's Flower Garden, it is a 6 petal daisy. I'll get some pictures up today. The blocks and sashing have been machine sewn together, not hand sewn like the flowers. The top is very large - larger than my Queen bed.

It is too pretty to stay in my stash tote for another 30 years

Perhaps you could ask him if he would like it donated to a charity of his choice-and see if you can get a group (or guild) that does charity quilts to quilt if for you. Just a thought-sounds like a huge job! Maybe ask to see some of the others he might have, and pick one to finish for him that doesn't require such a committment. Just a thought!

I would love to see a picture of it, even if it's unfinished or partly finished as I'm trying to do a layout for pillowcases to match my quilt top that I'm working on

I think it may be hard for us because we're the ones often giving the quilts away, not receiving them. Just my opinion