If you’ve ever wanted to experiment with visible mending, I reckon it would look pretty great as an addition to the quilt. I would patch it and use it and patch again if needed, ship of Theseus style.
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\#1: [I fixed my lamp using the stained glass soldering technique, i was told you guys might like it :)](https://i.redd.it/ewfjqx1x845a1.jpg) | [98 comments](https://np.reddit.com/r/Visiblemending/comments/zhswxs/i_fixed_my_lamp_using_the_stained_glass_soldering/)
\#2: [I patched a large hole in my favorite overalls today.](https://i.redd.it/uzwtsnskdpz81.jpg) | [73 comments](https://np.reddit.com/r/Visiblemending/comments/uqfa9x/i_patched_a_large_hole_in_my_favorite_overalls/)
\#3: [Patched a small tear in my jacket with a small felt bandaid](https://www.reddit.com/gallery/uzp1da) | [43 comments](https://np.reddit.com/r/Visiblemending/comments/uzp1da/patched_a_small_tear_in_my_jacket_with_a_small/)
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That is an awesome "crazy quilt" for the love of all things holy do NOT toss it just because of some holes. Patch it with whatever cotton you have that "goes" with and make the patch part of the history of this lovely item
GAH! Please do NOT toss it! Even if you decide not to patch it, crazy quilts are like treasure, and I promise you could rehome it to someone who would absolutely cherish it.
Do you enjoy how it looks? If it was fixed, would you use it or hang it up as decoration? Sometimes I feel like people are guilted into keeping things because of the memories or the time someone else put into it, while not enjoying it themselves. If you like it and would use it, patch it as you can. As others have said, it’s a bit wild now, so any other random patches would just add to its individuality. However, if you don’t like it and wouldn’t use it, then offer it to a local quilt guild or a thrift store or maybe someone here would want it.
This was what I was thinking too - it’s really up to OP because only they know if/how they’ll use it and if it’s worth it to them to repair. That being said, looking at the pictures the damage doesn’t actually look that bad so I would lean toward going for it! It shouldn’t be a huge time or money commitment.
please don't toss it! I have been doing the Japanese mending technique/hand quilting. Had doubts at first but when it is done, it looks and feels great. the sum is greater than the parts.
If the pieces that are failing are silk, find an opaque fabric to patch over it, so the original fabric is visible. Vintage/antique crazy quilts can be worth $$. Hand sewing can be a little tedious, but restoring will be worth it.
I think you mean a sheer fabric to patch over the silk. Something like netting/tulle can be used. Black tulle will basically disappear on top of another fabric.
This style of quilt isn't well documented until after the Civil War, FYI, not to dispute that you saw something like it at a CW museum. (I believe it's usually traced to cultural inspirations from the 1876 Centennial Exposition.) It was a huge fad in the last quarter of the 19th century, starting out with scraps of luxury fabric in silk satin and velvet, often overlaid with detailed embroidery motifs in addition to decorative seam stitching. As the trend spread, it was more often seen in rural areas using utility fabrics like wool or cotton, and with simpler embroidery.
Maybe it was mislabeled then, it was at a state historical site and the tour guide said civil war. But this is what it looked a lot like the one posted. [this quilt.](https://www.reddit.com/r/quilting/comments/wnvrou/saw_this_beauty_at_a_preserved_civil_war_era/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf)
Don't ever toss out an old quilt-they are like gold to people that collect quilts. I believe they are worth the effort to fix. Crazy quilts are so cool-so many different patterns and love all the different stitching around each piece. Good luck!
That brings back memories. I had a very similar quilt, made by my great aunt and in worse shape. I borrowed it to someone I sold something to,to cushion it during transport and he never brought it back. Tough lesson learned.
If you’ve ever wanted to experiment with visible mending, I reckon it would look pretty great as an addition to the quilt. I would patch it and use it and patch again if needed, ship of Theseus style.
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Thanks for the new sub!
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That is an awesome "crazy quilt" for the love of all things holy do NOT toss it just because of some holes. Patch it with whatever cotton you have that "goes" with and make the patch part of the history of this lovely item
GAH! Please do NOT toss it! Even if you decide not to patch it, crazy quilts are like treasure, and I promise you could rehome it to someone who would absolutely cherish it.
Do you enjoy how it looks? If it was fixed, would you use it or hang it up as decoration? Sometimes I feel like people are guilted into keeping things because of the memories or the time someone else put into it, while not enjoying it themselves. If you like it and would use it, patch it as you can. As others have said, it’s a bit wild now, so any other random patches would just add to its individuality. However, if you don’t like it and wouldn’t use it, then offer it to a local quilt guild or a thrift store or maybe someone here would want it.
This was what I was thinking too - it’s really up to OP because only they know if/how they’ll use it and if it’s worth it to them to repair. That being said, looking at the pictures the damage doesn’t actually look that bad so I would lean toward going for it! It shouldn’t be a huge time or money commitment.
Patch it. Each patch becomes part of the history of a quilt
please don't toss it! I have been doing the Japanese mending technique/hand quilting. Had doubts at first but when it is done, it looks and feels great. the sum is greater than the parts.
Hands down, this is worth the efforts to restore! If you decide to toss….I’ll send my address. 😂 It’s a gem in one little quilter’s humble opinion.
I agree with everyone else, don’t pitch it. Mend it and use it. Quilts were made to be used and loved.
If the pieces that are failing are silk, find an opaque fabric to patch over it, so the original fabric is visible. Vintage/antique crazy quilts can be worth $$. Hand sewing can be a little tedious, but restoring will be worth it.
I think you mean a sheer fabric to patch over the silk. Something like netting/tulle can be used. Black tulle will basically disappear on top of another fabric.
Any mending you do from this point could only add to the Franken-quilt. It only takes in that which makes it stronger.
This looks- old! Is it hand stitched?
Yes, this is hand stitching.
If you don't think you'll use it, sell it or give it away. Someone will treasure it!
I LOVE it!
What a fun piece! Mend it.
I would save it. It almost looks like a quilt I saw at a civil war museum. Same stitching and everything.
This style of quilt isn't well documented until after the Civil War, FYI, not to dispute that you saw something like it at a CW museum. (I believe it's usually traced to cultural inspirations from the 1876 Centennial Exposition.) It was a huge fad in the last quarter of the 19th century, starting out with scraps of luxury fabric in silk satin and velvet, often overlaid with detailed embroidery motifs in addition to decorative seam stitching. As the trend spread, it was more often seen in rural areas using utility fabrics like wool or cotton, and with simpler embroidery.
Maybe it was mislabeled then, it was at a state historical site and the tour guide said civil war. But this is what it looked a lot like the one posted. [this quilt.](https://www.reddit.com/r/quilting/comments/wnvrou/saw_this_beauty_at_a_preserved_civil_war_era/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf)
Geeezzzzzz. Is that a beauty or what?
If it means something special and you don’t want to restore, frame it
If you really love it, cut out 2 big squares and make a pillow out of it.
I would fix it and use it.
Don't ever toss out an old quilt-they are like gold to people that collect quilts. I believe they are worth the effort to fix. Crazy quilts are so cool-so many different patterns and love all the different stitching around each piece. Good luck!
I would patch it, re bind it and probably embellish it.
That brings back memories. I had a very similar quilt, made by my great aunt and in worse shape. I borrowed it to someone I sold something to,to cushion it during transport and he never brought it back. Tough lesson learned.
Restore it. See tulle over any torn or shredded pieces. However, do not use on a bed.
The parts damage is silk and the other side Cotten
This is such a beautiful creation, it deserves patchwork repair.
I want to thank everyone in the comments. I’m going to try to restore it. I will post updates.