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babs
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Babette
MN
USA
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Posted - Feb 20 2007 :  8:58:08 PM  Show Profile
My mother gifted me today with an item very very precious.

It's a hand quilted pillow (stuffed with down), made by my great grandmother.

It's extremely delicate. Many of the stitches are broken. I'm wondering if anyone knows how best I may preserve it?? I'm thinking of taking the quilted front panel (the back is plain) and framing it, but would it deteriorate under the glass? Is there a way I could have it cleaned with out it being harmed?

I'll be happy to post a pic tomorrow when mum brings it up.

Thanks,
Babs

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Aunt George
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Georgann
Midlothian VA
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Posted - Feb 21 2007 :  04:18:39 AM  Show Profile
Babs, you are one lucky girl. How wonderful to received such a link to the past. Cherish it. The person to ask about preservation would be Sunshine! She is an expert on vintage restoration. Looking forward to the photo tomorrow!

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TheSoapMaven
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Susan
LA
USA
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Posted - Feb 21 2007 :  04:54:15 AM  Show Profile  Send TheSoapMaven a Yahoo! Message
Oh I know you are so excited. What a wonderful gift. Cant wait to see it.

Susan
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Beemoosie
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Bonnie
New York
USA
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Posted - Feb 21 2007 :  05:06:51 AM  Show Profile
Oh that sounds wonderful! Can't wait to see it!

My soul magnifies the Lord, And my spirit rejoices in God my Savior. Luke 1:46,47
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