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ca. 1790 FAMILY QUILT pictures found!

Old 05-11-2016, 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by zozee View Post
Marvelous quilt. Just beautiful. I'm not seeing 10 borders. Are some of them the same fabric?
Yes, some of those counted were not pieced borders. But each was quilted in a different pattern.
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Old 05-14-2016, 06:25 AM
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What a fabulous story. I think it is awesome that you donated this to the museum so that others can share in it, as well. The fact that this looks as good as it does and has held up for so long is almost unbelievable. Even after all this time, it still looks beautiful.
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Old 05-14-2016, 05:30 PM
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Your heirloom quilt and story are great! You've got a great piece of history and quilting in your genes!
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Old 05-15-2016, 04:57 AM
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Beautiful ! It totally amazes me how on earth did they ever color and design and make material way back then!
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Old 05-16-2016, 11:14 PM
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What a treasure you have donated
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Old 03-08-2017, 03:51 PM
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So glad you have this family treasure and were able to share it with us! We can keep your memories alive when we post them on sites like this and others.
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Old 03-08-2017, 04:49 PM
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what a rare treasure. Worth more than gold.
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Old 03-08-2017, 07:43 PM
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Oh! This is so fascinating! Thank you for sharing this whole historic adventure. It just gives me goosebumps to think of all the people who have enjoyed this quilt and been part of its history. Now it is being enjoyed and appreciated by somany more in a whole different way. Thanks so much for your generosity!
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Old 03-09-2017, 04:02 AM
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Isn't that so special.
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Old 03-10-2017, 04:26 PM
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thanks for sharing
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