Enlarging a vintage quilt
#1
Enlarging a vintage quilt
Evening folks.....
I have a question, has anyone enlarged an old quilt? I was gifted a friendship braid quilt made in 1968, it is between a full and a queen. I'd like to make it into a king, the question is, do I add rows of braid, add a solid border, or not do it at all, its in amazing shape. My friend who gave it to me, said she had added a flange at one time to make it a king, but tired of it, and removed what she added....
Thanks much!!
Karen
I have a question, has anyone enlarged an old quilt? I was gifted a friendship braid quilt made in 1968, it is between a full and a queen. I'd like to make it into a king, the question is, do I add rows of braid, add a solid border, or not do it at all, its in amazing shape. My friend who gave it to me, said she had added a flange at one time to make it a king, but tired of it, and removed what she added....
Thanks much!!
Karen
#2
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You could, indeed do that. Look at "quilt as you go" instructions to get an idea of how it's possible. I would really have to want it to tackle it, though. I don't think it would be easy. It might look odd if you don't do it well and find a complimentary fabric for the addition.
Whether it's a solid or a print, it will need to blend with the colors and patterns of the existing quilt.
bkay
Whether it's a solid or a print, it will need to blend with the colors and patterns of the existing quilt.
bkay
#4
It can be done. The good news is if you are not fond of what you do you can always take it out. Personally I think with the right fabric and staying as close as possible to the original design you will have a great quilt. be sure to add the new date so someone down the line will know when the addition was made.