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Chele 05-22-2010 09:07 AM

Lucky girl! Those fabrics were so popular that they still reproduce them. Check out the prices for authentic feedsacks from the 30's: http://www.rickrack.com/antqfile1a.html

oksewglad 05-22-2010 11:47 AM

Candace-what a gift! To remove stains in older fabrics I have found a soaking in hot water (yes those feed sack fabrics can handle it!) and BIZ overnight. Then rinse in cold water and air dry. Not afraid to machine dry the fabric, but since it's cut, MD would encourage raveling. G

Candace 05-22-2010 12:58 PM

Thanks, I'll wash it well after it's assembled. Luckily any staining is on the darker fabrics and you really can't notice it.

jane65us 05-22-2010 01:21 PM

Candace, I have a lot of pieces like the Diamond shapes.. they are large pieces and old fabric like yours .. I think.

Luv Quilts and Cats 05-22-2010 01:41 PM

These are my favorite vintage fabric styles. Lucky you!

Candace 05-22-2010 02:17 PM


Originally Posted by jane65us
Candace, I have a lot of pieces like the Diamond shapes.. they are large pieces and old fabric like yours .. I think.

Jane, if they're the same size as mine I can try to help you piece them if you're interested. For mine, I just had to cut 4 in. squares for the corners and 4" 1/2 triangles for the sides.

craftybear 05-27-2010 03:26 PM

wow, love the fabrics

dkabasketlady 05-30-2010 07:19 AM

You're very lucky, you'll have a very nice heirloom quilt when it's finished!! Congratulations!

AnnaK 05-30-2010 11:42 AM

Linda B- What a beautiful quilt and the workmanship is remarkable. You're lucky to have this.

AnnaK 05-30-2010 11:45 AM

Candace - What a beautiful job you've done on these stars. Clever of you to put the sashing and make them all uniform. Can't wait to see what you'll make with these.


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