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    Old 05-04-2015, 07:12 PM
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    You RESCUED this beautiful work from a fate it didn't deserve! Someone with a sense of color, a perfectionist when it comes to piecing, and an eye for what would work together, spent many hours creating this top. Now it has found a home - finally - with someone who can appreciate and acknowledge it's unknown history, complete the quilting process, and make it a lasting memory in their home. May it bring you real joy....

    Don't laugh now -- it's similar to taking in a stray dog, who becomes part of your world and your family.
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    Old 05-04-2015, 09:42 PM
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    Originally Posted by Yooper32
    I think that the fabric is even earlier than the 40's, possibly they are from the 30's.
    Looking at the selection of fabrics, and the era of the fabric, I am also going speculate ,,she/he was a farmer. They wasted nothing. Hubby's shirting, mama's sunday dress and aprons, and a few feed sacks, and I can just see her/him working nights to put it together to keep a loved one warm...now one of yours. The maker would be proud.
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    Old 05-05-2015, 01:48 AM
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    incredible fine , lucky quilt got a good home.
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    Old 05-05-2015, 03:07 AM
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    Boy, oh boy did you find a treasure!!
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    Old 05-05-2015, 05:10 AM
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    Great find! I haven't had much luck at yard sales around here- or the thrift stores either - maybe it's a sign (as my husband would say
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    Old 05-05-2015, 06:21 AM
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    How lovely! I had a hand stitched quilt top that I picked up at a flea market from 40's-50's fabrics. I spent considerably more for mine...
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    Old 05-05-2015, 07:03 AM
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    Great Score. Fabulous price! It deserves to be finished.
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    Old 05-05-2015, 07:11 AM
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    Wow! That is beautiful.
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    Old 05-06-2015, 02:35 AM
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    Great find! I'd date that top to around 1930, based on the fabrics in it.
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    Old 05-06-2015, 03:25 AM
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    WOW. It's beautiful. How lucky can you get. I would love to hear it's story. Congratulations on your find. BrendaK
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