"New" quilt looks old
05-26-2011, 08:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Tartan
I would give the quilt with a little note attached. It could say, "I just made this little quilt especially for your little one and I've pre-washed it to remove any chemicals used in the fabric manufacture process."
05-26-2011, 08:33 AM
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Maybe its just me (?stingy?) I don't just walk around seeing pregnant people and give them quilts, therefore if I am giving a gift they know I have made the quilt myself just for them. SO! with that said if you KNOW this family then I wouldn't let it bother me, they are going to know that you made the quilt for THEM and that you're not trying to pass a thrift store quilt off as your own. Good luck!
05-26-2011, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Gayle
Just finished a baby quilt that I was hoping to give as a gift. After prewashing the fabric, using a blue marker and washing again after finishing it, it looks like a well used quilt. How can I get that "new" look back again or is it hopeless???
05-26-2011, 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by bigsister63
What is the quality of fabric you used? There is an on going discussion about LQS/name brand fabric vs "other" less expensive fabric. If you used the less expensive fabric then that could be the cause! And is a good testimonial to using LQS or name brand fabric!
Could you post a pic? I'm sure the quilt still looks wonderful and ready to be loved and cherished!
05-26-2011, 11:22 AM
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You don't say what you mean by that "new" look. Remember that handmade items seldom look like those that are mass produced, and that's a good thing. What exactly do you not like about how the quilt looks? If it doesn't look square, or lie flat, you might want to dampen it and let it dry on a flat surface, or you might even need to block it. If the fabrics faded a lot, or ran, then that's another problem, not so easily solved. A picture would definitely help!
05-26-2011, 12:01 PM
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[quote=Marion T]Some people try hard to get this look - the antique look! Personally, I like this look. Its a shame you feel it detracts from the look of the quilt. I wouldn't starch or press, it will wash out again with the first wash. There is still a lot of work and a lot of love in the quilt, give it as it is.[/quo
I like the "old" look....
My son asked if I was "getting out of control " When he seen me saving leftover coffee the other day. (I save it in the fridge)I like to coffee dye fabric, and lets face it coffee is very expensive lol.
I like the "old" look....
My son asked if I was "getting out of control " When he seen me saving leftover coffee the other day. (I save it in the fridge)I like to coffee dye fabric, and lets face it coffee is very expensive lol.
05-26-2011, 12:05 PM
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I'd also let recipient of the quilt it has been made especially for their baby & has been pre-washed to remove chemicals unsafe for the little one. Pressing is a good idea too - might skip the starch though, since it is for a baby & soft is so nice for infants.
05-26-2011, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by dreamer2009
Originally Posted by Gayle
Just finished a baby quilt that I was hoping to give as a gift. After prewashing the fabric, using a blue marker and washing again after finishing it, it looks like a well used quilt. How can I get that "new" look back again or is it hope :thumbup: less???
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