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    Old 08-03-2011, 10:27 AM
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    only keep what really makes you happy... craigslist the rest for a great price... or frecycle, or a dontation....
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    Old 08-03-2011, 10:29 AM
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    Originally Posted by ptquilts
    upholstery/drapery fabric = tote bags and pillows

    knit fabric = cut in strips, crochet or braid rugs.

    silk = silk crazy quilts!!

    JMHO - also, why not offer it for sale on QB? bet it would find a good home.
    Ditto
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    Old 08-03-2011, 10:47 AM
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    My sister's church group makes quilts for homeless people out of whatever textiles they can. Maybe there is a group like that in your area.
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    Old 08-03-2011, 12:29 PM
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    Some people love to quilt with Silk. I would think that would sell well on the QB. I would sell what I could and donate or freecycle what is left. Ann in TN
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    Old 08-03-2011, 12:32 PM
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    I would find someone that would make something for others with it. Maybe the t-shirt material could be used to make sheets or something, etc. If you just want it gone, take it to goodwill, then someone may post on here about what a steal the found ;)
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    Old 08-03-2011, 12:33 PM
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    Heck... just realized you are in Texas. I think you are way further north than me (austin area).

    I would 'love' to take that stuff off your hands, LOL!
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    Old 08-04-2011, 02:44 AM
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    I'd either Craigslist it or Freecycle it. If you prefer not to do either of those, I'd make some calls to see where it would be accepted for use. A few phone calls made before you start running around with it in your car, can make a huge difference. Don't move it till you KNOW where it's going!
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    Old 08-04-2011, 02:49 AM
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    Originally Posted by ptquilts
    upholstery/drapery fabric = tote bags and pillows

    knit fabric = cut in strips, crochet or braid rugs.

    silk = silk crazy quilts!!

    JMHO - also, why not offer it for sale on QB? bet it would find a good home.
    Yeah the above. Not for me either but it might be something that you can make some money or trade for the fabrics you want. :thumbup:
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    Old 08-04-2011, 02:52 AM
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    if you sell it i,ll take the drapey fabrics just pm me for cost with shipping also
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    Old 08-04-2011, 02:55 AM
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    I know its a lot, but could give it to people that make things for the needy, and those other groups...sometimes the thrift stores don't accept things like that. but to be sure you could find groups that would love to get them in your area.

    and y'know we all would love to take them off your hands(hehehehe)
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