Flat storage, folded as little as possible depending on space,  is best for most quilts. Because quilts have multiple layers, one side is bound to scrunch, while the other stretches if it is rolled. Folded quilts are hurt at the folds, but  you can control the harshness of the fold with tissue. It is also good to refold occasionally to reduce creasing in the same places. You can also control the olds so that if there are signs of creasin, they go horizontally and will flatten out more quiickly if the quilt is displayed.

Elizabeth Walton
www.clotheslinejournal.com




-------Original Message-------
From: Kathy Last <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: 04/25/03 10:21 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Term paper question - antique quilts

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> Hi there!

Well, not only am I working on a paper for collaboration, I am also
working
on one in regard to the care and collection management of antique quilts
(my first love).

I have been reading several books on this subject and just about everyone
says something a little bit different.

Most all agree that flat storage is the best.  However, this is not always
possible due to space constraints.  This is where the question comes
in:  of the books I've read, they each have their own scenario as to what
is the next best thing for storing quilts.

1)  Rolling the quilt with the design to the center so that it is less
tension on the stitches.  (They all talk of making sure that the quilt is
rolled onto a 3-5" thick tube and put in some type of sleeve to keep dust,
etc. off)

2)  Rolling the quilt with the design to the outside so that if there are
any creases it will be on the backing and not the top

3)  Folded storage because it causes the least amount of stress on the
quilt.  Granted the stitches where the folds are will be stressed. (They
all suggest packing the folds with acid free paper so that it is not a
harsh fold.)

For those of you that work with antique quilts/textiles, what is your
method of storage and why do you prefer it??

Thanks for your input!

Kathy

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