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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl

17161 Posts

Grace
WACAL Gal WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  2:55:05 PM  Show Profile
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.



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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!

Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl

1248 Posts

Wanda
Murrells Inlet SC
USA
1248 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  3:05:40 PM  Show Profile
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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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl

7546 Posts

Linda
Terrell TX
USA
7546 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  3:13:50 PM  Show Profile  Send quiltee a Yahoo! Message
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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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl

6717 Posts

Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6717 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  3:18:20 PM  Show Profile
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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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl

7108 Posts

Sara
Paris TX
USA
7108 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  3:47:14 PM  Show Profile
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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debbieklann
Sharpshooter/Schoolmarm

783 Posts

Debbie
Madras OR
USA
783 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  3:48:11 PM  Show Profile
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
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl

9436 Posts

Denise
Beavercreek Ohio
USA
9436 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  3:49:52 PM  Show Profile
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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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl

2381 Posts

Judith
Galt CA
USA
2381 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  5:43:32 PM  Show Profile
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
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl

17161 Posts

Grace
WACAL Gal WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  6:55:54 PM  Show Profile
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..


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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl

1627 Posts

Karen
Kennewick WA
USA
1627 Posts

Posted - Feb 22 2024 :  7:38:48 PM  Show Profile
Great find, Grace! :)

Karen :)

To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl

3139 Posts

Heather
Wapakoneta Ohio
USA
3139 Posts

Posted - Feb 23 2024 :  5:24:15 PM  Show Profile
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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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl

17161 Posts

Grace
WACAL Gal WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts

Posted - Feb 23 2024 :  7:10:16 PM  Show Profile
Heather, we would have fun!


>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl

1627 Posts

Karen
Kennewick WA
USA
1627 Posts

Posted - Feb 23 2024 :  7:45:40 PM  Show Profile
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
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl

2381 Posts

Judith
Galt CA
USA
2381 Posts

Posted - Feb 23 2024 :  8:40:47 PM  Show Profile
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
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atkinst2
True Blue Farmgirl

907 Posts

Theresa
Canal Winchester OH
USA
907 Posts

Posted - Mar 03 2024 :  08:35:00 AM  Show Profile
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.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl

17161 Posts

Grace
WACAL Gal WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts

Posted - Mar 03 2024 :  12:12:55 PM  Show Profile
It makes me wish that my dad were still alive,, so I could gift it to him...
He was career Army...

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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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atkinst2
True Blue Farmgirl

907 Posts

Theresa
Canal Winchester OH
USA
907 Posts

Posted - Mar 04 2024 :  04:34:27 AM  Show Profile
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.
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl

7546 Posts

Linda
Terrell TX
USA
7546 Posts

Posted - Mar 04 2024 :  09:36:37 AM  Show Profile  Send quiltee a Yahoo! Message
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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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl

2381 Posts

Judith
Galt CA
USA
2381 Posts

Posted - Mar 04 2024 :  12:13:47 PM  Show Profile
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
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl

7227 Posts

Krista
Utah
USA
7227 Posts

Posted - Mar 04 2024 :  12:50:28 PM  Show Profile
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
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl

7546 Posts

Linda
Terrell TX
USA
7546 Posts

Posted - Mar 04 2024 :  5:24:35 PM  Show Profile  Send quiltee a Yahoo! Message
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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