Comments on: Overdyed Quilts

By: Zoe Royall

Zoe Royall — Sat, 04 Jul 2015 15:52:49 +0000

I'm so interested that this topic has had some strong opposing viewpoints! I would have thought that the magic of the quiltmaker is in the intricate design and stitching, not necessarily in the fabric choices. The overdye process protects the beautiful pattern and stitching, I would think. I also am pro-anything that brings homemade and handmade goods by artisans into more peoples homes. Quilts aren't super accessible for people with a modern aesthetic so this really fits the bill. Plus, not buying new is also a huge win. There are plenty of ebay quilts that I think could have a fun new home with this idea!!

By: Carmen Carter

Carmen Carter — Thu, 02 Jul 2015 14:18:14 +0000

Hi, I'm a quilter and collector of antique quilts. This an adorable quilt as it as and I'm sad for the original quilt maker that you are going to over dye it. Someone put their heart and soul into making this. I wouldn't object if this were an ugly quilt or one from Target but its not. To take out the stains, you can purchase Vintage Quilt wash at your local quilt shop and try that first. If that doesn't work you can use Tide Bleach pen on the white parts to take out – but be careful not to get it on the colored fabrics. I have also soaked antique quilts in OxyClean. After I get the stains out I run it through the washer on very gentle cycle and then dry for 10 minutes on low to get the dampness out. Then I lay out the quilt and square it out.

By: junebug

junebug — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 19:07:22 +0000

Thank you for this idea! I have a pretty little store-bought quilt that my son scribbled all over, before I learned to keep the Sharpies out of reach. Boo! I was going to use it to "fill" another quilt. Until then . . .

By: Nora

Nora — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 16:26:40 +0000

as the daughter of a quilter, I am almost offended that anyone would do this! at the same time, there are some really ugly quilts that could be salvaged by doing this!