Repairing quilts is a skill based on considerable experience and an understanding of the various materials, forms of construction and stitches used in making quilts.

Planning repair work involves

• Assessing the problem(s) and extent of the damage
• Estimating the cost of time and materials required
• Selecting and sourcing replacement material(s)
• Carefully removing damaged sections
• Replacing material where necessary
• Quilting the repaired area to match existing quilt stitching

Evident damage must be repaired before a quilt will be accepted for dry cleaning.
Repair work may be necessary after cleaning when damage due to aging sometimes becomes apparent.