How much for an old frame?
#1
I have an opportunity to buy my greatgrandmother's hand quilting frame (the full size with rollers and clamps) from a relative's estate. They're not giving it, but I'm willing to buy it. But I don't know how much to offer. I checked e-bay but only found new frames. I don't know how old it is. She married in 1902 and died in the mid-50s so it's from somewhere in that time frame. It's not fancy. I suspect greatgrandpa might have made it - which makes it even more special. Anybody have any ideas on what it might be worth?
#2
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Pam, my two cents on the subject is how can their be a price??If it is important to you then buy it for whatever they are asking. It is sad sometimes for these situations. What grandma wouldn't give their grand-daughter something like that in the first place......if it were me w/it, you could have just have it! I know several years ago a lady here was selling one that sounds simular but newer and she was asking I believe 200. Good luck and let us know if you get it!! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! Skeat
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I was given my Grandmother's rug hooking frame about 10 years ago when she was breaking up her house. Along with tubs of fabric strips. She gave them to me because I used to draw the stuff on the burlap for her to hook. She also taught me. I have a pillow I made when I was about 13 or so. It's not in style but I keep it put away. I wish I had some of her rugs she made- they were beautiful.
I have a hook my Great Grandfather made for my grandmother- I have no idea how long ago. I have my hook she gave me when I was learning. It has a dot of pink nail polish on the end so I could tell it apart from hers.
I wouldn't part with it for anything. (And I know my sisters are jealous that I have it.)
I have a hook my Great Grandfather made for my grandmother- I have no idea how long ago. I have my hook she gave me when I was learning. It has a dot of pink nail polish on the end so I could tell it apart from hers.
I wouldn't part with it for anything. (And I know my sisters are jealous that I have it.)
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