Family Quilting Ideas
A family quilt is a beloved treasure for those who work on it and the ones who use it, because someone's hands have to cut, piece and sew the quilt together, stitch by stitch.
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Family Project
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The members of a family can gather together to work on a special quilt project to be presented to one person or couple in the family. The project can be done in the tradition of a quilting bee, or completed squares can be sent long distance to one group in the family for assembly.
Clothing from Babies
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The little shirts, nightgowns, pants and dresses from an infant or toddler can be sewn on to quilt squares for a wall hanging quilt. Memorial quilts can be made from children's clothing to be given to parents who are in mourning over the loss of a child.
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Heirloom Gifts
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Quilts are often made by a mother or grandmother for each child in the family, as a graduation, birthday or wedding gift. These quilts are generally made from a pattern that causes the maker to think of the child for whom she is creating it.
Family Income
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Family members can gather supplies and individual talents to make quilt projects as a way to make additional income. The family can sell quilted items in a family-owned shop, consignment store, online auction or sale site.
Quilting Projects
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The art of quilting can be used in wall hangings, lap robes, baby blankets, heirloom quilts, stuffed toys, pillow shams and holiday home decorations. Cotton, velvet, satin and flannel are some of the materials used in quilt projects.
Preservation
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A quilt that has been in the family can be repaired and preserved for future generations. Do research to make sure that any repairs are done to preserve the quality of the cloth and workmanship.
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