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Karamarie 07-23-2016 04:36 AM

Could they be used for backing fabric or at least parts of them. If you are really not interested in them, donate them to a church quilting group - am sure they could use them.

maviskw 07-23-2016 05:10 AM

I would try to use the long strips of borders in the fabric as fabric in my new quilt. There is some beautiful stuff there, but nothing says you have to use it like it is.

sewbizgirl 07-23-2016 05:26 AM

I don't really like them either so I would not want to work with them. I would either trade them with another quilter for something I liked better, or donate them to a thrift shop. Someone who can't afford expensive fabrics will be thrilled to find them.

It's just not fun to sew with fabrics that don't inspire you.

Tartan 07-23-2016 06:09 AM

If the pieces are big enough, I might save them for a quilt back. I might also use them to try a new pattern like Triangle Frenzy table runner ( since you have kind of a border print in the one) Or maybe the fold and stitch wreath/candle mat from Poorhouse designs.

tlpa 07-23-2016 07:18 AM


Originally Posted by sewbizgirl (Post 7608891)
It's just not fun to sew with fabrics that don't inspire you.

I agree with this....if I didn't like the fabric, I would pass it on to someone who liked it.

zozee 07-23-2016 09:45 AM

Don't feel obligated. Your friend obviously was not interested In them which is why she passed them along. You could make some into practice FMQ sandwiches and donate the rest.

Karen G 07-25-2016 05:32 AM

Pass it on to someone who loves it and work on what you love!


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