Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Let’s Talk…

…Quilting and Garage Sales!!  MY two favourite subjects!!

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LOOK at what I found at a Garage Sale while I was on ‘holiday’!! 

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The story behind the quilt was…Grandma had made it years ago and it’s been in a plastic bag, in a closet ever since!!  Grandma is now in Quilter’s Heaven (where they, I’m hoping, appreciate her quilts!)…I guess the grand-daughter felt that it was safe to finally sell the quilt!

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This quilt is made from old gauzy fabric…and is super soft and all hand quilted…and not a spot or stain or a rip or a tear on it! (I believe that it really was in that plastic bag since birth!!)P1190254

Can you see how thin the fabric is?  Grandma wasn’t the best at matching points…but that’s OK because she more than made up for it with her gorgeous Hand Quilting!!  P1190265Such teeny, tiny stitches…in a wee clam shell design.  LOVE IT!!P1190253   How anyone could EVER part with this quilt is beyond me!!  I would wrap this quilt around me and it would be like getting a hug from grandma!  P1190256   The quilt is big…and VERY SUMMERY!  Now for the good part…are you sitting down…the grand-daughter sold it to me for $12!!  Yup, grandma is rolling over in her grave!!P1190259  But not to worry…I promise to love, honour and take VERY good care of this beauty…and I can also promise you this…it won’t be sitting around in a plastic bag in my closet!!

I have GOT to say it…“SCORE!!!”

Have a terrific Tuesday and Happy Quilting!~P     

44 comments:

  1. Score is right! That quilt is beautiful! Good for you!

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  2. That makes me both happy for you and sad that she sold something so special. I bought three 40's/50's quilts worn but good condition from a woman at a yard sale for $15. She said her grandma mad them. So sad.

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  3. SCORE!... is right!!!
    Good for you! Love finding bargains and deals at garage and estate sales! Congratulations!

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  4. What a beautiful quilt! So nice that you also got to know a bit of the story behind it, I think that makes the quilt even more special. I'm not sure I could ever part with a quilt (or anything else) made by my grandmother, but definitely a great find for you!

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  5. This is amazing! I'm glad you found and bought this quilt so that it can be loved! I can't imagine not using and then selling something like this :(

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  6. How terribly sad that this granddaughter did not see the value of something hand made by her grandmmother. But I am happy that you will be the keeper of the quilt and will love it the way grandma wanted it to be love.

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  7. What a gorgeous quilt and wonderful find! You deserve such a good deal because you WILL take care of it! Much better than granddaughter letting the dogs sleep on it!

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  8. That is a very summery and beautiful quilt! The white and dark purple cosmos in the pictures are pretty too!

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  9. What a beautiful quilt!! :0)

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  10. you are right...Score!! What a find. It is so pretty.

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  11. I can not believe that someone would sell a quilt that their grandma made. Just boggles my mind. I am glad it found a good home with you and you got such a bargain.

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  12. What a great purchase!! Another quilt rescued!!

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  13. A beautiful SCORE!! Fabulous purchase but I'm shocked at the $12 price tag. Grandma is definitely rolling over in her grave.

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  14. A beautiful SCORE!! Fabulous purchase but I'm shocked at the $12 price tag. Grandma is definitely rolling over in her grave.

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  15. WOW yes, what a beauty. And the price. I can't believe it. Congrates!

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  16. What an amazing find! It went to the best home ever...I'll bet grandma is so happy about that.

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  17. It is in a place that it will totally be loved and appreciated!!! Nice find Paulette!!

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  18. Congratulations!!
    You saved a beauty. Too bad Gramma's family didn't appreciate all the work and love that went into this treasure. Lucky for you and Gramma you did. Enjoy those wrap-around hugs from her. =)

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  19. This time you really scored big. This quilt is a wonderful treasure. I can't believe someone would sell it for $12. Oh well, their loss, your gain. It's definitely in the right home now.

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  20. Boy what a deal! But I think that "grandma" is dancing in her grave because someone has that quilt that will love, cherish and appreciate the work she did and that will out weigh the price it sold for.

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  21. Shame on that Grandaughter! Shame!! Thank you for rescuing the quilt Paulette, I'm sure Grandma's glad some one can love and appreciate it now.

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  22. I would have been dancing all the way home! I love the clamshell quilting design, so sweet with the pattern.

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  23. Wow! That's amazing. What a score!

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  24. Score is an understatement Ms Paulette!!! Why in the world would anyone part with something that special is beyond me but I'm glad it was you who purchased the quilt--it went to a very good home!

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  25. I need to go shopping with you, what an unbelievable deal and lucky that you found it, someone who appreciates the love and work that went into it.

    Debbie

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  26. So glad the quilt is with someone who really appreciates it :) What a fantastic find!
    Blessings, Patti

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  27. Obviously the seller had no idea of value. Good score, Paulette. And Grandma is more than likely that the quilt has seen the light of day and will be loved by someone.

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  28. You did score! Love that first picture, it's so pretty with the flowers!

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  29. OMG Paulette!!! You are the luckiest woman I know!!:) That's a beautiful quilt and I'm sure you'll love it lots!! Also, loved your post from yesterday! Sounds like you had a wonderful time with family and the pics of Vancouver are gorgeous- thanks for sharing!! Hope your feet are better soon!!:)

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  30. I want to go on holidays where you go!!
    I hope that they really needed the money you gave them for this beautiful quilt.
    I have a feeling that one day they will realise how special this quilt is & how much they gave up.
    It is good to know the quilt has gone to a home where the work will be appreciated, the quilt cared for & loved.
    I wonder if they could provide you with Granny's name etc so you could label this quilt?
    Enjoy
    Lush
    London, UK

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  31. I can't think of a better person to cherish 'grandma's ' quilt. That little treasure is in very good hands...enjoy cuddling!,

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  32. oh my gosh, you lucky girl and lucky quilt going to a home that will appreciate it! Enjoy!!

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  33. One of my favoritest patterns - I am SO glad that this quilt found you - Grandma must be very happy that her quilt has been given such a wonderful home :)

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  34. It hurts me to hear stories like this, and think that a sweet little grandmother labored over that treasure to pass down, and the family members didn't appreciate it enough to keep it and do exactly what you said, wrap it around them and feel her presence..you will cherish it and I am glad it is with someone who will appreciate each tiny stitch..

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  35. Wow..$12...that is amazing!
    How sad that the GD sold it...so glad you found it, I know you'll treasure it.
    Wrap it around you and enjoy every little stitch and love that made this quilt...
    Julia

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  36. You're right, what a SCORE that was. I love the colour too.

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  37. That quilt is just heart-stopping gorgeous - and so is the price, holy cow, get my room ready I'm coming for a shopping trip with you, lol! Wow Paulette you find the BEST stuff!

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  38. This quilt has found a good home,someone who will truly appreciate it honor the craftsmanship that went in to its creation. Enjoy!

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  39. At least now, that quilt is in good hands and look how many of us are oohing and aahing over the GM's work ... she would be thrilled to read all of our comments and know that she made a beautiful quilt!

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  40. SCORE is right. Its a shame that the granddaugher didnt see the love that went into making it and keep it for herself. But lets not jugde. Who knows what is happening in her life. It a beaty.
    quilting dash lady at comcast dot net

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  41. $12 dollars??? Score is right. I can't believe the granddaughter parted with it. It kind of makes me sad that she didn't appreciate it but I know you do appreciate it so it wasn't wasted. Enjoy!

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  42. Such a shame that the granddaughter didn't appreciate this beauty, but who will cherish it.so glad it ended up with some one

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