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    Old 02-12-2011, 09:50 PM
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    I am going to try to make fabric flowers for a wedding/shower.
    I really don't want to spend a heck of a lot on the material, so anyone have any suggestions besides the local Salvation Army?

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    Old 02-12-2011, 09:55 PM
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    You could reuse fabric from discarded blouses and dresses. Maybe older summer clothes that are out of style.
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    Old 02-12-2011, 09:58 PM
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    Our local curtain shop sells bundles of offcuts, mainly sheers and satin-type stuff...that may be a useful source. Or as Cherylynne suggested, old clothing.
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    Old 02-12-2011, 10:25 PM
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    I don't think I have any old clothing that would be useful. Fall is the theme of the wedding, she is mostly thinking Thanksgiving colors. I have no dresses and all my tops are a cotton tshirt type material. Couldn't use it to make flowers.
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    Old 02-12-2011, 10:35 PM
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    You might post a note in the Bu, Sell, Trade section here, and say what you are willing to pay or trade for. Lots of nice quilters here
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    Old 02-12-2011, 10:51 PM
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    Do you have a WalMart near you? Quilt quality isn't essential for shower flowers, & their prices won't break the bank.
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