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11-05-2018, 08:31 AM

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sue.ross.8782

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That quilt really is enormous. Lucky you to have this heirloom

11-05-2018, 08:39 AM

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Panst

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I made a mistake on the size...should say 200 centimeters, not inches!

11-05-2018, 08:40 AM

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bearisgray

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Even so, it's still big!

Whoever made it, had a good eye for design and color!

11-05-2018, 08:50 AM

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Panst

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I think it's interesting that the light colored blocks of fabric are almost always on the same diagonal across the quilt...with just a few exceptions...wonder what happened there...

11-05-2018, 06:56 PM

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Jingle

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You have a beautiful treasure.

11-05-2018, 07:00 PM

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Crqltr

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That’s the type of quilt I grew up with! I have one about the same pattern and used to tatters but I won’t get rid of it! Yours looks to be in good shape, treasure it!

11-05-2018, 07:00 PM

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Mariposa

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A lovely treasure!

11-06-2018, 02:25 AM

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JustAbitCrazy

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You have a treasure for sure! From the fabrics, I can see this quilt dates to the mid 1800's, and it looks in great shape. Take good care of it!

11-06-2018, 02:59 AM

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bearisgray

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Panst

I think it's interesting that the light colored blocks of fabric are almost always on the same diagonal across the quilt...with just a few exceptions...wonder what happened there...

I think that makes it look more interesting than if it had been completely consistent in the layout.

It may or may not have been intentional, but I like it the way it is.

11-06-2018, 03:54 AM

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quilterpurpledog

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That is a special, special treasure. I love antique quilts. We have several that my husband's grandmother made in the '30's and they are truly treasures. Love yours!