It's white and I didn't want to get it dirty. For a long time I left it in the garbage bag, so as not to ruin it. However, about 3 months ago I decided to use it as a quilt on my bed. I loved the quilt so much that I repainted my room to match. While I'm still nervous that it will get dirty, I think Mommy Opal would be very happy that I'm putting it to good use. If I were forced to leave my room in a panic and could only take one item with me, my quilt would be the first item I would choose. I appreciate and treasure my quilt more than any other item I own. It has more value than any amount of money would pay for another quilt. When I look at the quilt, I can't help but smile, because I think of all the memories I have with Mama Opal and how much effort she put into making it for me. Even though he is no longer with me today, I can lie under that quilt and remember