[ATTACH=CONFIG]601885[/ATTACH]Hi ladies, new here and new at quilts and sewing...this thread is just what I have been searching for endlessly. I also have the book mentioned here too, just got it......along with a late 1800"s french quilt! HERE IS THE PROBLEM: That quilt "knife edge" just like the one in the picture that is in this thread has indeed not held up the quilt is very frayed and severely damaged along that edge, the rest of the quilt looks great (except a 2" hole that I will deal with later) anyway, Now what do I do???? How do I repair this or have it repaired, any and all suggestions would be great! The quilt is all hand sewing and the edges were folded over and whipstitched. should I serge and then add binding (my least favorite option, but if it will save it!) Thanks again! L