Inspiration from Quilter Nancy Kirk
September 9, 2008 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Home & Living
QuiltingAndPatchwork.com
We all need something or someone to uplift us when we’re discouraged in life and quilting…and even when we’re not. One of the places I’ve found for “feel good” or thought provoking moments is Nancy Kirk’s The Monday Minute. You have the choice of listening to it or reading it.
Nancy is a quilter who specializes in quilt and fabric dating, as well as quilt restoration. She’s noted for her quilt restoration workshops. You’ll often find replays of free webcasts on quilt restoration.
I subscribe to her e-mail newsletter, so each Monday receive her tidbit of inspiration… often when I’m struggling to …read more
Tips on Repairing & Storing Your Quilts
May 15, 2008 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Home & Living
QuiltingAndPatchwork.com
Old quilts are treasures, if not in monetary value, than as family keepsakes. However, many of them are well worn, so need repairs…perhaps minor, but sometimes major to keep from deteriorating further.
At the Quilted Paradise site, we learn Some Easy Steps for Repairing Your Quilt and Tips on Storing Your Quilt. You may find handy hints and instructions for rejuvenating the old quilt(s) in your life.
Here’s also a book with some quilt restoration/repair tips.
What’s been your experience with restoring old quilts?
(c)2008 Mary Emma Allen




