Maurene

Keep them safe and out of sight for a while, time smoothes out the rough patches and sometime later you will be very happy to have them, they represent the love you have for each other.
Bless you and her! My mother died 20 years ago Tuesday, I was with her when she died, and with my father 20 months later. She bequeathed back to me several things I gave her, and I just love looking at them and handling them today, reminds me of precious moments I wish had lasted longer.

stitchofclass2

I am so sorry for your loss. My mother died over 20 years ago and I still miss her everyday. I believe that you are fortunate to get them back. I think storing them for a while is good advice. Later, even though it will still be difficult, I think you will be grateful to have them and to know that she loved and cared for them as you would. She may have even told your sister to give them to you. Time really does heal and I imagine she would want you to have them.

mem123

I'm sorry for your loss. I made a cards(?) quilt for my mom. She picked out the fabric and the pattern and truly loved it. When she passed I got it back. I love it as much as she did because she loved it so much.

Mortymts

The first quilt I ever made was a sampler lap quilt for my mom in personal care home to keep her warm in her wheelchair. She was so very very proud of the quilt and me and insisted it be hung on her wall. When she passed I quickly grabbed it and took it home with me. For me, it represented a very special moment in time we shared and she was the woman who taught me to sew. I did need to put it away at first but after a while it came out and sits on my bed in my sewing room. Give it time and you will know what you need to do with the quilts.

applique

Be sure not to store them against the wood. Put into pillow cases or sheets to help protect them.

grammysharon

When my father-in-law passed away we got back the quilt I made for his 80th birthday. I was happy to have it back as my husband was the only son. I want to pass it on to my sons eventually. Take them back now and put them away until some time has passed. I think you would be sorry if you let them go. Sorry for your loss. :(

cmilton

don't give them away. in time they will only have good memories for you.

rahaube

I hadn't really done much quilting before my mother died but I did make a quilted log cabin jacket a few years before she died. My mother loved the jacket. I now have the jacket. When I wear it I feel closer to my mother.

penski

sorry for your loss, but i would not get rid of them you might regret it later and it would be to late , see if your sister or a friend you trust might hang on to them till you can come to terms with looking at them, im sure you will be glad you kept them down the road, i had this problem when my mom died but my dad kept the things that were my moms and very dear to me and let me slowly bring the stuff home over time and i am so glad i didnt give them away ( at the time i didnt want to cope with it)

Becca Bear

Marmie, I'm very sorry for your loss and the difficult time you are going through. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Give yourself some time and things will be better. Maybe one of the grandchildren would like a precious memento of your mother, especially if there is a special or favorite story to go with the quilt.