Attic Lone Star

When my in-laws moved to assisted-living, we found this in the attic in a little plastic bag. It is a Lone Star pieced by my husband’s grandmother. Everyone seemed to know that it was there but no one wanted it; except me!

It is machine pieced, mostly cottons. However there are two fabrics (maybe nylon?) that are much more deteriorated than the rest. The cheddar-color bias triangles at the outsides of the star are stretched and the piecing thread has shrunk so the individual diamonds are rippled. The very center of the star does not lay flat but forms a D-cup!

I love it and want to preserve it the best I can. Right now I don't plan on replacing any of the pieces, just working with it as is.

I need your advice on how to preserve and quilt this treasure. Should I iron it or just hand smooth it? Should I use starch or sizing to give substance to the delicate fabrics while quilting? Any way to machine quilt or does it have to be hand quilted? All your recommendations are much appreciated!

Comments

[Suzan]

I love antique quilts!