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Dear Melissa,The solution shown in the link that that you found is quite good. I think you could modify this by looking at standards and brackets from U-Line or other industrial suppliers -- these would be the same idea, but heavier. You are right -- the shelf brackets shown would not be strong enough ...

To elaborate a bit on Sarah's comment, with which I agree, you might reduce the press or possible impressions/damage of the clips by putting a piece of thick, firm polyfelt between the quilt and the clip.

Dear Judy, You raise a good question that many collections probably also ask. One thing I'd like to point out -- since you say the coat has a lot of insect damage, the "sand" may actually be insect frass, rather than part of the war-history of the coat. If you magnify the "sand" you'll be able to see ...

Dear Meghan, I second Margo's suggestion that you consult with a textile conservator. You can find someone in your area via AIC's "Find a Conservator": Find a Conservator Glad you are being so careful with these new acquisitions! Deborah ------------------------------ Deborah Lee Trupin ...