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I would tie it with a coordinating yarn.

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Originally Posted by CathieB (Post 5279581)

The photo is of a lap quilt I've made for my father-in-law's 85th birthday. He is the family historian/geneologist. He grew up very near to Appomatox, VA and his family history is filled with Civil War survivors (and also some that didn't make it). He is quite a history buff and when I found this pattern (which is named "Appomatox") I knew it was perfect for him!

I am trying to decide how to quilt it and would like your input. There are 3 options that I can think of: 1) cross-hatch it on the machine; 2) hand-quilt it - perhaps 1/4" inside each quilt block; or 3) tie it with yarn, as I think it may have been done during the Civil War era. I've used reproduction fabrics and I think it is similar to what was called a "cot quilt," used by the common soldier for functionality - to sleep upon or under for warmth.

I appreciate your input - I need to have it done by next weekend!!!

I would tie it with coordinating yarn. I worried for a long time when making my Granddaughters their quilts but decided to tie them with yarn because of time and money and the first thing they said was "Oh I just love all these little ties." so I know there is a dislike of tying on this site but I do it all the time, they wash well and do not bunch up and it is much quicker and cheaper.

It is beautiful, thanks for sharing.

Great quilt. Love the fabrics and the pattern. Hmmmm, think I would tie it after reading the comments about historical accuracy. Whatever you decide, your FIL will love it. Thanks for sharing.

I do love this Quilting Board - everyone is so supportive and come up with such fabulous suggestions! I love that Dalyesewblessed provided the history lesson - very interesting. Your quilt is great, even with a few rows misplaced, and I love the idea of tying it!

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Originally Posted by CathieB (Post 5279785)

Your responses are just what I needed to hear - thank you soooo much! FYI - I have egg on my face - I looked at the quilt again and I have one section (2 rows) out of place - hence the excess blues at the bottom of the quilt. Tomorrow I will attack it with the seam ripper and make it all right! Then to find backing -- either reproduction fabric or muslin -- and will tie it with pearle cotton. Thank you ladies!

Your decision is the right one, I think.....and it will look really authentic. Tied quilts are cozier that quilted quilts so your FIL will be as happy as a clam to snuggle down into it! Great job!

I would tie it......

Were any of the Civil War quilts tied with darning thread? I would probably use rayon yarn so it doesn't shrink up when washed as wool yarn might. Wonderful quilt

Very pretty quilt. I learned several tings from just this posting today. I have learned so many things here on this board. I tie comforters with either DMC thread, sis strands or crochet thread, never used yarn.

It is kind of funny -- my mom's LWR quilting group tied with yarn for years. I think LWR started recommending crochet thread a few years back, and we know it is much easier to pull through. The ladies doing the tying resisted change, but finally gave in a tried the crochet thread. Now they wouldn't go back. These are older ladies who have pliers on hand to help them pull the ties through when necessary.

That said, I do know of a lady (similar to the case of WMD926) whose granddaughter requested yarn, because she wanted those "nubbies". Most yarn ties after many washings do become more of a "nubbie" than a tie.

Dayle

this really looks great as is... and i think tie it would be great and i know father in law will love it... if not send it may way..lol... beautiful job.