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How to Collect Flour Sack Quilts

Turning ordinary flour sacks into vintage quilts and various clothing items became popular during stressful economic times. Today there are many collectors who have obtained a wide selection of these antique flour sack quilts for use in bartering or to add to their personal displays. Read on to learn how to collect flour sack quilts.

Instructions

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  Begin your search by scouring yard sales. They are a great source for obtaining flour sack quilts in mint condition. You will be able to haggle with the owners for competitive prices as well.
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  Schedule a time to visit estate auctions. These flour sack quilts are often found in nice bundles that the previous owners had kept for themselves tucked away in the attic. Inspect each item for stains or tears.
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  Attend antique flea markets for a good selection of quilts and dresses. The owners can probably add a little bit of interesting history to go along with your purchase.
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  Search the Internet to pursue these novelty flour sack quilts. This saves you considerable time and there are often pictures to aid you in making your selections.
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  Determine if your area has any antique malls nearby. Plan to visit several to examine any of their selections displayed for sale.
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  Consult with other collectors to see what avenues have proved successful to them and perhaps they would be interested in trading or selling some of their own personal collection to you.

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