Can anyone tell me how old these fabrics might be, please?

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02-22-2012, 05:10 PM

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Lyncat

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My opinion is 70s. They look like the fabrics I used to sew my clothing as a teen.

02-22-2012, 06:25 PM

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tlpa

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Originally Posted by mighty

I really think they look alot like the fabrics for the 70's and 80's. Made a lot of cloths for may daughter during those years and remember alot of fabrics which really look like those!

My thought as well.

02-22-2012, 07:28 PM

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Gladys

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Ohhh a couple of them I had dresses made from them or something similiar so I'm throwing in my hat for a suggestion of the late 60's early 70's.

02-22-2012, 08:04 PM

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The white with the purple flowers looks similar to material I had in the late 60's. Other than that I have no idea.

02-24-2012, 09:55 AM

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I too wouldn't say antique but I do agree about 60's to 70's. Possibly the 50's but no earlier. You can use todays fabrics but stick to the same color scheme.

02-25-2012, 08:27 PM

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From the looks of the fabric I would also date this 70's and 80's fabric. Make whatever, the skies the limit.

02-25-2012, 09:41 PM

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mrsk

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Originally Posted by gypsylady5

I don't think I'd worry about it. I would enjoy making up the quilt for your daughter and have fun with it. You would have to judge by how old the other items are in the box you bought. Looks like a fun project!

I agree! If you had fun finding the box, took delight in opening it, & are going to enjoy yourself while you sew, then either enjoy giving it away or putting it on your bed. Then It really doesn't matter the age of the fabric, as long as it is in good shape. (But I also think it's alot of 70's fabrics with others mixed in, just sayin) Have fun!

02-26-2012, 07:24 AM

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sewred

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I'm going to the goodwill today and look around for some more fabric to put in to it. I've sewn up all but 6 blocks and have 6-- 71/2 inch 4-patch blocks across and 9-- 71/2 inch 4- patch blocks down. so right now it's only 47" wide by 67.5" long and we have a queen size bed so got a little ways to go. 80)