plmsmith

Yes all quilts are worth saving

nanna-up-north

Back in the 20's, when so many quilts were made for warmth and use, people repaired them all the time. I have found quilts that had entire tops placed over older, worn out tops. So, fix it up...... I'm sure this quilt was made to be used and you will be giving it a new life.

alfosa421

Cut it into new squares if you an bring yourself to do tis and make a new quilt-otherwise there are techniques you can use to salvedge the squares that are damaged-like putting bridal tulle over them and applying decorative hand embroidery-but if there is enough quilt to make a new one I would consider doing that-good luck

jeanneb52

Fix it! Or use it as a cutter. But do not throw it. That is a sin and the quilting angels wiill getchga for that.

AprilG

What do you use to get the stains out of your old quilt? I have Granny's quilt and it has rust stains.

veryvirginia

It looks to be in fairly good shape except for the binding but only you can say for sure how much is salveagable. I love the colors and would probably do everything I could to save it. It depends on how much you love it before you invest time, money, and energy into it. If it is too much to repair think about using parts of it for pillows or a throw, etc. Use what you can and forget about the rest.

mcar

If you fix it what will you do with it? Do you plan to keep it or give it to charity? What you plan will guide your choice.

rj.neihart

I think it's worth saving! In fact, this is one of those areas I absolutely adore! I purchase old/used/damaged quilts from auctions, when I see I can save them. I find searching for vintage fabric an easy task when replacing pieces within the quilt. As for the back, yes I do replace this as well, and follow the quilting pattern originally used. I also put a binding on, making sure all of the fabric stays within the original pattern. This is one of my greatest challenges, and I love repairing as a second "hobby." This quilt is one I've recently completed. I could not find the butterfly pattern, so I placed the quilt onto my scanner, printed out a copy of the butterfly, and proceeded making my pattern.

threadsdmr

I would try and fix it. it was made with love you can fix it with love

Charleen DiSante

Deemail, appreciate your detailed response, great info! Yes, I feel as though I am renewing memories when I can salvage a guilt.