Would you do this?
#11
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Looks like no one wants me to cut into it. I will have to learn how to repair it and also how to hand quilt.
I got the idea for a jacket at the International Quilt Show in Houston last November. I saw some very pretty jackets made out of old quilts and immediately thought of this quilt. My mil is always cold so I thought a jacket made out of the quilt her gm made her would be perfect.
I got the idea for a jacket at the International Quilt Show in Houston last November. I saw some very pretty jackets made out of old quilts and immediately thought of this quilt. My mil is always cold so I thought a jacket made out of the quilt her gm made her would be perfect.
#13
The fabric may not hold up to the rigors of being sewn together for a sweatshirt if it is 70 years old. Our local quilt shop is owned by a quilt historian who says that sometimes old quilt tops will be ruined if sewn into a quilt because the fabric is so weak. If you have a local quilt shop nearby, they may be able to give you some advice on what to do with this beautiful top.
#15
Originally Posted by Favorite Fabrics
Hmmm... who would get more pleasure out of it, your MIL or you? Maybe that should guide your decision.
Wherever it brings the most joy, maybe that's where it should be...
Wherever it brings the most joy, maybe that's where it should be...
#16
Originally Posted by Pam H
Looks like no one wants me to cut into it. I will have to learn how to repair it and also how to hand quilt.
I got the idea for a jacket at the International Quilt Show in Houston last November. I saw some very pretty jackets made out of old quilts and immediately thought of this quilt. My mil is always cold so I thought a jacket made out of the quilt her gm made her would be perfect.
I got the idea for a jacket at the International Quilt Show in Houston last November. I saw some very pretty jackets made out of old quilts and immediately thought of this quilt. My mil is always cold so I thought a jacket made out of the quilt her gm made her would be perfect.
Like Fiber Artist said, if its coming apart already at the seams from just sitting around it will REALLY fall apart once it is turned into a jacket and used all the time plus washing it....would be a nightmare! And all your hard work would be down the drain!
#19
Like many before me has said, it is your decision, but I would never be able to cut it up, its a part of family history and someone put alot of work into making it, I personally would repair it. Good luck on your decision, I am sure it cannot be an easy one.
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