Repurposing old quilts ideas

Tami Gray Voth on Instagram: "I’ve been reading a lot lately and thought about making some book sleeves. I dug through a pile of old quilts and found one that would work. There’s LOTS of staining, some holes and missing fabric, but it’s hand quilted and I love that! They measure 8” x 10” and I used the same quilt on the back. They are not lined and there are raw edges that may fray. The inside of the sleeve is the back side of the quilt. Such a great way to protect books while hugging them…

The tables we used for Hope's party are 60 inch round. The church provided white tablecloths and I new I wanted to add a pop of pretty color but I didn't have enough time to take on a big sewing project. I remembered that I had a vintage Grandmother's Flower Garden quilt that was in really bad shape. I had purchased it with the intent of making it into something new. I found a large round container and I traced 17 circles on it with a thick sharpie marker. Then I cut out the circles (the…

Amy | Vintage Lover on Instagram: "When your friend sends you a pin saying this reminds me of your style….thats the caption for this post. Jenn @downshilohroad sent me a pin of a quilted star and said you need to do this! I immediately realized I had the star and I had an old cutter quilt so of course I listened and did it! I absolutely love how it turned out! I just hot glued the quilt pieces I cut to the star! PS it’s our thrift day and I’m going to try to head out later after work…

Re-purposing Vintage Linens and Mix Media

My Day At The Market .. Part II .. with only two hours to haul everything out of the mini van it was amazing that we were able to find a spot to display everything I couldn't have done it without the help of my close friend Angela .. - thanks so much - .. quilts in less than perfect condition are washed and repurposed into pillow covers - all pillows made from vintage quilts are finished with french seams .. .. dolly beds in different shapes and sizes were dressed with custom bedding using…

I think it would be a fun idea to make a quilt out of old blankets, but I read somewhere that maybe that’s not the greatest idea. What do you think? Why wouldn’t I want to do this? Or if I did… any idea where I should start?

A Window Display Jaime Costiglio at That’s My Letter has created a wonderful display by framing a quilt inside a window frame. If you want to introduce a punch of color to your home, then this idea is worth giving a try to. Cute Quilt Hearts Image via: Hens Teeth Pom Pom Trim Placemats Renee of Sewn with Grace cut circles out of old quilts and then she sewed a pom pom trim along the edges and these lovely placemats came into existence. A Bunting Banner Etsy Shop Sugar And Spice has created a…

Things you can make with old sewing patterns. DIY sewing pattern crafts.

Make your own charming farmhouse style banner with an old tattered cutter quilt. Add warmth and cheer to your home or antique booth! #vintage #antique #quilt #DIY #bunting #banner #farmhousestyle