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| katmom |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 2:55:05 PM
Oh my stars! Look what I found at the thrift, and for just $4.99.
This quilt is well-made, it’s not a factory made quilt, true handmade. And in fabulous condition.
I am guessing someone made it and gave it as a gift and for whatever reason the recipient chose not to keep it, or could not keep it. Or maybe the Person who made the quilt past and Family did not have any use for it. Whatever the sad story, I am grateful to now own it.
It is perfect size as a twin bed coverlet.
I’ve hand washed it, and let it dry and then stuck in the dryer with disinfectant Just to be safe..
It still looks lovely. I can hardly wait for Fourth of July when I can put it on display.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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| 20 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| quiltee |
Posted - Mar 04 2024 : 5:24:35 PM
Nice, Judith! ENJOY!
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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| MaryJanesNiece |
Posted - Mar 04 2024 : 12:50:28 PM
That is a beautiful find, Grace. I am happy it found its way into your home. I know you will be a great caretaker for that quilt.
Krista |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Mar 04 2024 : 12:13:47 PM
DH brought a very grubby old quilt home that he found in an abandoned cabin on a hunting trip . It's rather tattered and took several gentle washings. All hand sewed and quilted and appears to be from 1960s-70s from the fabrics used. Looks like it had a lot of love.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| quiltee |
Posted - Mar 04 2024 : 09:36:37 AM
I've rescued several quilts - a couple are vintage or can be used as wall hangings. Two I rescued last year are "cutter" quilts because they have too many tears in them.
I plan to make pillows, a vest or two, and other smaller items from them, a couple for me and some to sell. I also want to make a few gnomes with the quilts as their clothing and I'll add a hat, beard and noses. LOL!
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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| atkinst2 |
Posted - Mar 04 2024 : 04:34:27 AM
Grace, I am sure he feels the warmth from your thoughts.
There is never a road so long that there isn't a curve in it. |
| katmom |
Posted - Mar 03 2024 : 12:12:55 PM
It makes me wish that my dad were still alive,, so I could gift it to him...
He was career Army...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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| atkinst2 |
Posted - Mar 03 2024 : 08:35:00 AM
Whatever the sad story is on that quilt... and I am positive it is sad. I am so glad that you rescued it!!! The work looks exquisite and deserved to be with someone who cares and knows it's value!
There is never a road so long that there isn't a curve in it. |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Feb 23 2024 : 8:40:47 PM
Me too. Other than good pyrex my thrift stores suck. Am I allowed to use that word?
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| Jokamartell |
Posted - Feb 23 2024 : 7:45:40 PM
I’m coming with you, Grace and Heather!! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
| katmom |
Posted - Feb 23 2024 : 7:10:16 PM
Heather, we would have fun!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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| nndairy |
Posted - Feb 23 2024 : 5:24:15 PM
One day I will go thrifting with you, Grace! You find such amazing treasures!!!!
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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| Jokamartell |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 7:38:48 PM
Great find, Grace! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
| katmom |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 6:55:54 PM
Judith, I agree,, I was wondering the same.. I know there is a group ,, an off-shoot from the WSQ (WA state quilters) that displays their RW&B quilts at the get togethers and shows..
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 5:43:32 PM
It looks like it could have been a Quilt of Valor that quilt guilds give to veterans.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| levisgrammy |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 3:49:52 PM
Oh Grace what a fortunate find!
Beautiful!
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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| debbieklann |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 3:48:11 PM
WOW! That is gorgeous! I’m glad that you are it’s new owner!!
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl of the Year
"Well behaved women seldom make history"....Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
| YellowRose |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 3:47:14 PM
Wonderful quilt, Grace.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 3:18:20 PM
What a true find Grace and a red, white, and blue one.
Just a special find, Congratulations My Friend.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| quiltee |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 3:13:50 PM
That is a beautiful quilt, Grace, and such a super buy. I always look in the linens at thrift stores, you never know what you might find! Treasure it!
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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| Wanda Sue |
Posted - Feb 22 2024 : 3:05:40 PM
Wow Grace, that is an amazing find! Glad you rescued it, you will give it the attention it deserves.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
Farmgirl of the Month: Aug/2022
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