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What do you do with hideous ugly polyester fabric from 1970s???

What do you do with hideous ugly polyester fabric from 1970s???

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Old 07-28-2012, 07:06 AM
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Could you cut it into 12 inch squares and make it like you were making a tshirt quilt? You could use stabilizer to keep it from stretching and make a patchwork quilt. I think it would be really cute. My family likes the patchwork quilts best of all
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Beach Blankets - sand does not stick to it!!
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Old 07-28-2012, 07:16 AM
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Polyester or fortrel makes the best quilts. My family has lots that were made by my grandma and mom. Very cosy if backed with flannel. Easily washed and will last forever. We love them.
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Old 07-28-2012, 07:49 AM
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the really slinky, stuff is hard to give away,,BUT the thicker really horrid ones are the best for making CAR emergency blankets! Adult bibs and lap throws for Sr homes, and for weaving into throw rugs for the kitchen! Here in OK the Mennonite community buys up that poly as fast as you can bring it out! WHY you ask...because it stands the test of time and hard use...so for woven/braided rugs, emergency blankets, pet blankets etc....nothing lasts longer, or wears better!
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Old 07-28-2012, 07:51 AM
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also get for grocery bags ot totes

Originally Posted by jaciqltznok View Post
the really slinky, stuff is hard to give away,,BUT the thicker really horrid ones are the best for making CAR emergency blankets! Adult bibs and lap throws for Sr homes, and for weaving into throw rugs for the kitchen! Here in OK the Mennonite community buys up that poly as fast as you can bring it out! WHY you ask...because it stands the test of time and hard use...so for woven/braided rugs, emergency blankets, pet blankets etc....nothing lasts longer, or wears better!
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by miriam View Post
I think I've seen quilts made out of that stuff but I just don't think I would like it. There are about 18 yards of it. Any ideas?

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I would not use polyester in a quilt. Maybe you can find another use for it, or send it to the resale shop.
Maybe someone else can find a use for it.
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:36 AM
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my quilting group has made beautiful quilts to give to people in need.
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:37 AM
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I would give it away or throw it out. I would not spend my time and efforts on that fabric for quilting. Just my opinion.
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:59 AM
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I gave seven bags of this to a church that made quilts for overseas and homeless people. They were very appreciated to get the fabric.
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