What to do with a really ugly vintage quilt top?
#62
I think it is a beautiful quilt. How about sewing a thin strip down and across the rows in the turquoise fabric? That would keep the blocks from clashing into each other. The blocks do not seem to make a pattern. But definitely do not trash. All quilts are a work of art, I agree it does have attitude. Sally
#63
Well, it is a little crazy and wild colors,(not something I would make) BUT really not that bad. I wouldn't want it on my bed, but as a beach blanket or folded at the end of a guest bed would be nice. Maybe for a college dorm bed ??? Or folded on a quilt rack.
#64
Originally Posted by tortoisethreads
Oh I love my mother in law dearly and the more the quilt sits on the bed the more I'm diggin' it! It's got attitude:))
#66
I don't think this is the world's worst quilt. I like string quilts, scrappy/crappy quilts, so this one has me interested. I like the idea of breaking up those blocks by sewing a solid color sashing between then (just sew it on top of the blocks as is).
You are a sweetheart for even giving this quilt top a chance to turn into a swan!
You are a sweetheart for even giving this quilt top a chance to turn into a swan!
#67
Originally Posted by tortoisethreads
actually, she gave it to me to keep! It's almost charming how crazy it is!
#68
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Originally Posted by bjnicholson
Actually, I've seen worse :shock:
It is not bad. Maybe not what you yourself would do. But not bad.
I would finish it. Never know you might fall in love when finished.
#69
I agree. It is beautiful, but then again, I love scrappy quilts. Better without the added border. I bet when it is quilted it will be even better. Give it a chance.
Originally Posted by Eddie
Hmmm....maybe it's just me, but I like it! :D Even better without the border!
#70
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The quilter evidentally used what fabrics she had, and, really, it isn't that bad... I kind of like it for what it is. Like you just said, I think it is growing on you. Enjoy it and the fact the your mil gave it to you. it will be something to hand down to your children if it survives its usage.
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