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mymere 09-08-2010 05:00 AM

I have used pieces of heirloom hankies in quilts - for kids and grands. A part of their past is passed down.

I am expecting grand #6 in January. I have asked daughter in law to send me something from her family to incorporate into the quilt.

Quiltforme 09-08-2010 09:11 AM

I saw a pattern in the Quilters World magazine that had them made to look like envelopes. The hankie part was the V part of the envelope it was quite cute and a great way to show off the embroidery. I might have the copy if you would like a picture.

DebraK 09-08-2010 09:21 AM


Originally Posted by hcarpanini

Originally Posted by Fancy Nancy
i have a fairly large collection of old hankies from my mom and her mom. some are pretty delicate and many have crocheting around the edges etc. does anyone or has anyone used these to make a quilt? they are thin - from age and the fabric used i guess, and i want to be able to "show off" the crochet edges also.

I have a customer bringing me a hankie quilt in the next week or so. I will post when I get it in.

I cant wait to see what you do with it.

Fancy Nancy 09-08-2010 11:33 AM

yea a pic would help. thanks!

Janie Q 09-08-2010 11:38 AM

I have a bunch of hankies I plan on using. Someone told me to iron them on to a fusible like you use on an applique to make them stronger.

Quiltforme 09-08-2010 01:36 PM

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Ok I finally was able to get a picture of the quilt with Hankies Quilters world april 2010 I could only get a good pic of the pillow which is the same concept.

Hankie quilt/pillow
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