Originally Posted by
bearisgray
I do think that newly made quilts fall into two categories -
Those that are meant to be used -
And those that are made to be art or heirloom quilts.
Then there are the ones with sentimental value - which can fall into either category.
I do think there comes a time when a quilt becomes very worn, very tattered, very faded - when it is time to say 'goodbye' to it. (Sort of like helping a pet over the Rainbow Bridge when it's time) I'm not quite sure when 'that time' is - -
What I've see of "art" quilts, they are for display on a wall or such.
Heirloom quilts aren't made to be heirloom, generally. A finely made quilt will become an heirloom. Still------why have a quilt if it needs to be stored away and treated gingerly? After age and use, I understand careful storage, but I see no value in a quilt meant to be stored for a lifetime.