Donation is such a good idea. I started a bargello quilt in a class and got as far as sewing the strips together. I decided I didn't like the color combination and told a friend that I was going to throw it away. She said she would finish it so I gave it to her. I haven't thought about it again. Whatever she does with it is OK with me. I'm sure she will donate it somewhere. That's if she ever finishes it. It's out of my sight and didn't get tossed into the garbage.
Sue

Yes--donate them.

OMG - I didn't think ANY quilt was EVER outdated, regardless of our decor - we seem to call 'older' quilts "treasures" when we see them now. To me they represent the love SOMEONE put into every stitch to provide comfort & warmth for people they loved.

Someday these will be "treasures" also - hopefully to your own family. I have a quilt made by my grand mother & HER mother the year my mom was PG w/me (1934) - IT IS A REAL "TREASURE" TO ME & my dgtr already loves it, knowing it will someday be hers.

Sorry to be so vocal - guess my age is really showing when it comes to beautiful quilts. :oops:

Have a blessed day & may all your quilts be filled w/love. :lol:

It's funny you said that, because the quilts I love the best are ones that look antique. I primarily make quilts using Civil War and 1930s repro fabrics, and to me, they are timeless.

The "outdated" ones are those that I bought trendy fabric or kits for. Because they were fashionable at the time, they look dated to me. I was trying to be trendy, but, alas, I'm just an old-fashioned girl. But now I know someone will love each one of them!

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Some one else might like them. I know I always look for older fabrics. For some it has nostolgia. Maybe try the freebies donation board on QB.

That would be wonderful!

CONGRATS - that is a WONDERFUL gift to give & I'm sure they will all love the warmth of them (I've heard they get 'cold' when going thru chemo).

Donate and take your tax write-off.

I know what you mean about "outdated: but when we stop to think about the retro fabrics, the 30s fabrics, Civil War reproduction fabrics, how can we call a quilt outdated when we are copying fabrics and designs of so long ago.

Your outdated quilts will be so welcomed and comforted by the people who are gifted with them. I can think of nothing better for you to do with them. And, as you mentioned, think of all the practice you'll get by finishing them. Good luck.