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Across the Fence:  Thrift Store Quilt Tops  |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
 Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 11:41:07 AM
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I found,, actually, my hubby spotted them 1st,,, 3 almost completed quilt tops!
all stitched and pressed.. all that needs to be done is attaching the batting and backing, binding and then having it topped stitched...
Sorry the photos are not great,, I still am to lazy & cheap to buy a new camera... lol!
The 1st and 2nd ones are almost large enough to use as a twin bed topper..
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This 3rd one is a bit smaller and makes a very generous sized lap quilt or table topper..
 
I luv this sampler style,, and the rich jewele tones. The Quilter did a fabulous job on her Hexis and Dresden plate,, the stitches are so fine and tiny,, you have to use a magnifier to see them!
Wish I knew the story how these 3 ended up in a Thrift,, and were there more??? Wish I knew who the Quilter is/was,,
Oh, and I forgot to mention,, I paid $4.99 for the first 2 and $5.99 for the 3rd one...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 12:10:06 PM
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Beautiful quilt tops. You did good!
FarmGirl Hugs, Sara
FarmGirl Sister #6034 Aug 2014
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015 & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6945 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6945 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 12:39:01 PM
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Super beautiful. People are so lucky to have you find their stuff. It’s always taken care of and cherished by you. Thank you for sharing your finds.
Krista |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2247 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2247 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 1:10:52 PM
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Wow -- you scored girl!I l like the scrappy ones but really love the red and white. Have fun with them.
Judith
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Happiness is Homemade |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9327 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9327 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 2:08:01 PM
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Grace, those are gorgeous! A very fortunate find!
~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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NatChap
True Blue Farmgirl
441 Posts
Natalie
Clarkesville
GA
USA
441 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 2:24:50 PM
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These are beautiful! I love it when things like this are found by someone who will appreciate them. Now they have a new life!
Keep shining!
Natalie
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7490 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7490 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 3:08:57 PM
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Nice, Grace. Great find!
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
"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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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2247 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2247 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2021 : 10:44:43 PM
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My guess in cases like this is that the quilter passed away and no one in the family knows how to finish them. The same thing will probably happen to my unfinished quilts. At least giving them to a thrift shop is better than taking them to the dump.
Judith
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Happiness is Homemade |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6592 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6592 Posts |
Posted - Apr 22 2021 : 05:29:31 AM
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What a fabulous find Grace, they are all so pretty. Won’t it be fun finishing them?
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels,and when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2691 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2691 Posts |
Posted - Apr 22 2021 : 08:39:03 AM
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Oh Wow!!! You struck gold!!
Dreamer42
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2247 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2247 Posts |
Posted - Apr 22 2021 : 3:32:10 PM
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What luck that you rescued the work of such a talented quilter. It's so sad that her work ended up there.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Apr 22 2021 : 8:03:22 PM
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Oh, if only these quilts could talk..
I agree with Judith,, the quilter probably passed and so the quilt tops ended in the Thrift,, just waiting for me to rescue them..
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6945 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6945 Posts |
Posted - Apr 23 2021 : 2:14:35 PM
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I have always been curious about the things I make for people. I wonder if they still have them, if they were given away, or even thrown away. But if they ever are, I hope someone sweet will pick them up and find joy in them.
Krista |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Apr 23 2021 : 6:04:29 PM
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Krista,, I know,,, always wonder..
Years ago, I did a lovely floral cross stitch pillow and backed it with velvet and a double layer of rruffles, (velvet and eyelet lace)
I spent hours stitching, and in the center of the floral ring design I stitched the repipient's inital.. keep in mind, it was not a inexpensive gift by the time I added the velvet, eyelet lace and the pillow form...
I gave it to a dear friend as a birthday gift,, several months later I spotted it on her daughter's bed, all beaten down and dirty... my heart was broken that it was not cherrished as I had thought it would be..
I learned a very valuable lesson,,, when you give a gift, it is no longer yours to expect the recipient to have the same emotional connection to the gift as I did/do.. maybe that is why I feel the need to rescue all those old unloved 'gifts'... lolol!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2247 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2247 Posts |
Posted - Apr 23 2021 : 9:15:37 PM
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I learned the sad way to not gift a quilt to anyone who owns a dog.
Judith
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Happiness is Homemade |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2021 : 10:09:39 PM
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Judith... I so agree,,, I did a simple block lap quilt for a cousin,, to which she gave to her little poodle, as a doggie blanket.. and sent me a photo and said her 'Lulu" loved it..
Well, actually, maybe I should feel honored that the Poodle liked it... lol!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Apr 26 2021 : 2:24:36 PM
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Lucky you! Beautiful and a wonderful price! They sure found the right home! Enjoy !
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6945 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6945 Posts |
Posted - Apr 26 2021 : 3:45:48 PM
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Luckily I haven’t come across anyone who has done that with my stuff yet, but I can only imagine how hurtful it would be. You do have a wonderful point Grace. Even though it’s hard to put my feelings aside, no one will feel as attached as I was because I am the one who made it. This is probably why my most valued things I make go to my parents. I know they are safe with them.
I also couldn’t imagine giving my dog a lap quilt. Don't get me wrong I made Maylee a tie blanket but that took me no time at all and was specifically made for a dog. No way could I give her a handmade quilt.
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6594 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6594 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2021 : 07:00:30 AM
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WOW, Grace!! These quilt tops are gorgeous. You found a huge treasure trove for next to nothing! They would make awesome gifts for family members once you get the backings on them. You and Hubby do find the coolest stuff when you go out and about!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7490 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7490 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2021 : 2:19:09 PM
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Grace, Judith, and all - I do I agree with you all. I sometimes wonder what happens to things that I have made and spent a lot of time on, and then given to somebody. And Judith, I agree with you on gifting a quilt or other sewn item to someone with a dog, unless you know that, like Grace, they would take care of it. I made a pillowcase for a woman with a dog print, but it was for her. She told me that she had put immediately put it on her dogs bedPillow. Yes, it was hers, to do with as she pleased, but I was not happy that her dog was enjoying it.
Today I found this beautiful wall hanging quilt at the Humane Society thrift shop here in Branson Missouri. I can tell it was quilted by the Amish, because the stitching is so small, as you can see in some of the pictures we took. I hate to say that this 42 in. Square Quilt only cost me two dollars. The stitching is tiny and beautiful and all the points are perfect. I am so happy I found it.
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Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
"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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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2247 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2247 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2021 : 5:58:35 PM
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Linda -- I think you hit the thrift shop jackpot. It is beautiful. I agree with it being Amish; the fabrics and stitching look like it.
Judith
7932
Happiness is Homemade |
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
2875 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
2875 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2021 : 7:32:34 PM
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7490 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7490 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2021 : 10:28:58 PM
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Thanks! I thought so, too! I couldn't believe it!
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
"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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