We need to know your style and also pictures of the quilts . I have used them as almost a throw at the end of the bed but I would need the pictures I mentioned for sure.I am not seeing any stuff in your idea books that screams contempoary so I think you could use the quilts in a bedroom .

It really depends on the quilt. Some quilts were lovingly made, but the choice of fabrics/colors/patterns were less that stellar because they were made from scraps. Others were purposefully designed with an eye for color and pattern and might more easily be incorporated into a more current look.

Here are a few rooms with some more old fashioned quilts :

If you don't have a quilt that inspires designing a room around it, maybe a display like this will still show your appreciation of her craft:

If you have an occasional chair or sofa in your bedroom, you can always drape a quilt over the back of the chair.

I use mine as wall-hangings in the bedrooms. They can set the color scheme and add a wow punch.

I love all the inspiration pics that Glo posted. Notice the common thread - neutral walls and bedding and nice wood furniture - do those things and yes it’s possible to use a quilt and have a stylish room.

Please post a picture of the quilt and the room you want to use it in.

Some inspiration if using it over the bed is not possible.

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I’m not sure what your definition of stylish is so perhaps you could define that for us. This room leans a little country but I still think it‘s stylish.

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Maybe be open to changing your definition of stylish. Country is a style. Cottage is a style. You may not be able to make the room trendy, but you can certainly style an attractive room around a quilt.

If you're into antiques, you could also display them in an open armoire. I like the ladder and wall hanging ideas, too. Below is also an interesting headboard upholstered with quilted fabric. You could do the same with a quilt you own.

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If you decide to display them on walls or bed, weigh the risk of fading from direct or even indirect sun. It’s a shame to hide your treasures away, but the sun will take a toll and it may alter some colors more than others.

Olychick, you hit the nail on the head. A lot of her quilts were made with scraps, so not as color coordinated as today's quilts. I guess that is part of my struggle. Plus, I'm not great at decorating anyway, so throw in a challenging quilt, and my head spins. LOL!

Catliesl, great point about the sun & fading! I'll consider that. The last thing I want to do is ruin one of her quits!

That you all for the wonderful photos! As someone pointed out, it looks like most are neutral walls and bedding that let the quilt shine. Unfortunately, my walls are blue! :( If we weren't trying to DIY so many other things right now, I'd repaint it a neutral, but that has to wait for now. I'm hoping I can still figure out a way to make it pretty.

Some of you asked for photos. Below are photos of the room and some of the quilts. Except for purchasing the rug, I haven't tried to decorate this room. The items on the dressers were put there because it was the closest flat service when they were unpacked. I had some neutral bedding, but it was lost in the move. The purple blanket is just there for warmth. The nightstands, bedding, and paper window shades will all be replaced. The only things that need to stay are the dresser and chest and hopefully the rug and chair.

Well, for some reason the main quilt didn't load. It was made from flour sacks, so it definitely falls into the less coordinated color scheme. It is my favorite to use as a blanket because of the weight.

The ones with the little kids I would probably save for a childs room and IMO one a t atime in the bedroom instead of trying to make them all work together. If you have a guest room they are great in those spaces for nice homey feel instead of the 5 star hotel style. The purple one is the easiest to work around so mmaybe make that one the center of attention in your bedroom for now.

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My take on this......They all have a common color.....use that color in your room, in accessories. Vase, flowers, throw pillows.

I love the the picture with the ladder. It gives you a space to show them all off at once. Folded on the ladder makes for such beautiful display in the room. You can paint that ladder any color to make it work for you.

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Your ideabooks show simple, elegant rooms with mostly neutral colors. These quilts are best used in an eclectic, shabby chic, or vintage style room. I suggest you use them occasionally in a guest room instead of the master bedroom.

Google Sarah Richardson and quilts for ideas. She often uses them in her designs to give a homey, vintage, country feel to a space.

Hey! I like your brown dog! Your quilts are beautiful! I have a collection of them that I keep in my bedroom in a linen cabinet with glass doors. Because of the glass doors I can see them everyday. I have animals so I don't dare use them on the bed, they are too precious to risk cat barf and dog slobber.