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Old 06-07-2011, 05:10 PM
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I was lucky enough to obtain some cotton fabric samples. :-D

These are described as 100% cotton glazed chintz - and are Made in England. About 1960's vintage. I think they are curtaining fabric and are only just heavier than quilting cotton, with a shiny surface - shinier than polished cotton.

Would they be suitable for a quilt? I have enough to make about 3/4 large quilts, and I am very tempted to use them. What do you think.
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Old 06-07-2011, 05:16 PM
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I would go for it. Would be a bit of a cow to handquilt, but maybe tie or machine quilt (I'm thinking you may need a denim needle). I think those polished chintz fabrics are stunning...Pics would be very cool.
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yes you can use them but i would wash and dry them first
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Old 06-07-2011, 05:44 PM
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They are each 16 inches x 19 inches and I have about 70 of them
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Old 06-07-2011, 05:57 PM
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They are just beautiful!
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Lovely selection you have there....would work well with quite a few colours...reds, greens, pinks....
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Oh they are lovely!!!
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I agree- they are gorgeous prints. Look forward to seeing how they turn out. Let us know if you run into any problems sewing with them.
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Lovely fabrics. They will make stunning quilts.
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