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08-29-2013, 08:35 AM
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The pieces are hand appliqued, so the fabric under the bad piece is in good shape so the batting is not a problem.
Your quilt is a real treasure and I think you are correct as to the approx date. Too bad about the one fabric that has worn out. When cleaning you might want to temporarily baste a piece of fabric over the areas that are open so the batting doesn't come out. There are many reproduction fabrics of that era if you choose to repair the worn areas but I wouldn't do so if you are only going to display the quilt. Appraisers will point out that repairing with fabrics of a later date than the original quilt changes the dating of the quilt. If you choose to repair you could search for vintage fabrics of that time period-they are available. I have vintage quilts that I display that I have not repaired any of the damaged areas simply because I don't "use" the quilts and like seeing that the quilts were well used when they were made.
08-29-2013, 08:37 AM
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That was me, when I saw it and found out it was her grand or great grand mothers. I would never have let it out of my sight. But then, I get sentimental over everything! LOL
08-29-2013, 11:33 AM
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Lovely quilt. My guess is that its from the depression era. They used a lot of bright colors (it said, was to cheer them up) and also the Dresden Plate pattern was very popular then. If you plan to wash it in the bathtub, I have read to lay a sheet in the bottom then the quilt, let it soak, empty the water and rinse til clear, then get your DH or someone to help you and each one get on an end and pick up two corners of the sheet and lift it out like a hammock and lay it out to dry. This way there is absolutely no pull or tension on the quilt itself. Glad you got a great deal on it. I love old quilts!
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