"If
there is something to gain and nothing to lose by asking - by all
means ask!"
- W. Clement Stone
Frequently
Asked Questions
Special Types of Quilts (Photo,T-Shirt, KinderQuilts)
How
many pictures can I put on a Photo Quilt?
This depends on the quilt size
and design, as well as the size of the photos. Discuss
your needs with Legacy Quilts when you Contact
Us.
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Can
I use images from slides or negatives?
Yes. Legacy
Quilts can transfer the images from your slides or negatives
into a usable digital format.
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Can
I use old photos?
Yes,
in some cases. Any photo having a clear image will
work. In all cases, blurry or out of focus photos
are not recommended. If your original photographs
are very old, cracked, stained or damaged they will not
produce a clear scanned image, and they also may not withstand
handling. In these cases, you should seek professional
photographic assistance to restore and/or scan them properly
before submission to Legacy Quilts.
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Do
photos all have to be the same size?
No,
photo sizes can vary. Photos can be enlarged or reduced
to fit your quilt, or depending on the quilt design, random
sizes of photos may be appropriate. Using photos larger
than 8x10 is not recommended. Photo manipulation and
editing beyond basic transfer will incur additional charges.
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Can
I send non-fabric items (photos/artwork/documents, memorabilia)
digitally?
You may send your original photos, artwork, and documents
to us for scanning and transfer to fabric in any format you prefer.
If
you’d prefer to send them in hard copy …
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Send
items in an unbendable envelope packed carefully with your other
fabrics. Be sure to enclose the envelope/photos in a sealed
ZipLoc-type bag for added security from moisture.
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To
ease communications, label each item with your name and a title
(ie.John's b-day with cake). Make a note in pencil on
the back, or add a sticky-note if you don’t want to write directly
on the item.
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All
items will be returned in the condition in which they were received.
If
you’d prefer to send digital files or photo CDs …
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Save
each scanned photo at the largest physical size that will be
used in your quilt (5”x 7” to be safe, or 8”x10” max.) using
a resolution of at least 300 dpi (dots per inch), especially
if the image may be resized. Save as TIFF or JPEG files.
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Label
each file with a descriptive text name (i.e. “the cabin in fall”, “grandma
with cake”, or “bringing baby home”). If emailing, please
include your full name in the body of the email.
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Sending
large image files via email is difficult unless you have a high-speed
connection. In most cases, sending images on a CD with
quilt materials or via regular mail is a more viable option.
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CDs
and disks will NOT be returned unless specifically requested
at the time the contract is signed.
*Please
do not send any items prior to consultation with Legacy Quilts.
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Should
clothing or t-shirts be cut before they are sent to Legacy Quilts?
No. To
achieve maximum use of every fabric item, clothing (especially
t-shirts) should not be cut before they are shipped. If
t-shirts are pre-cut, additional ‘repair’ fees may apply. See
our T-Shirt Quilt
Size Guide for additional information and guides.
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Can
sports jerseys, sweatshirts or windbreakers
be used in T-Shirt Quilts?
Yes. If
they have printed areas, they will be handled in the same
manner as regular t-shirts, utilizing the primary printed
area of each garment as a ‘block’ in your quilt.
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What
kinds of 'art' works best in a KinderQuilt?
Any medium is acceptable,
as long as it has clear colors and lines. Scribbles,
lines, shapes and bright colors produce the best quilted
results.
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The
size of each item is limited to legal size (8 1/2” x 14”). If
your item is larger but has a central image that will fit completely
or in part on a 8 ½” x 14” area, it can still be used successfully
.
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Artwork
that will smudge or smear in transit (like chalk or pastels)
should be packaged carefully or have a clear spray-on fixative
applied before shipping. Ask your local art or craft store
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Will
my photos or artwork be harmed in any way?
No. The items are scanned
and used digitally. Your original photos, artwork, and
other memorabilia are unharmed and will be returned to you
in the condition in which they were received.
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