Unfinished 70 year old quilt top
#71
I love scrappy quilts and yes I would add a 1930's fabric border and do the back in a complimentry color..... cotton is the only batting ..... I have quilts from my great grandmother, grandmother, and my mom .... then I have a quilt that my dads mom made me the year I was born .... I love these quilts and will cherish being the keeper of the quilts.... I will post pics this week .....
#76
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It's a lovely quilt that just cries out to be finished. I don't think I would dare wash it until it was stabilised ie finished and I agree with others to stay with cotton both wadding and backing. I wouldn't put a border on it either - it looks a complete top to me. I hope you enjoy preserving this top and look forward to seeing the final pictures.
#79
I am not a "professional" quilter, but I would finish it with a muslin back, a warm & natural batt and bind it with the muslin. I love the quilt - you are very fortunate to have it. What a keepsake and something to hand down for generations.
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