How to Buy King Wedding Quilts
Wedding quilts are a traditional gift that loved ones give a special couple that are marrying. Some families choose to actually create the wedding quilt from scratch; however, time or skill does not always allow this option. There are many potential options including personal customization with quotes or photographs when selecting a king wedding quilt to buy for a special couple, so knowing what to look for in a king wedding quilt will allow the purchaser to select the best possible option for the special couple.
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Determine how the couple plans to use the king wedding quilt that you are going to select for them. For instance, will this king wedding quilt be used on a bed or as a tapestry? Or will the bride pack the quilt away as a heirloom or use it as a throw over a couch or fainting chair? The final use of the quilt will act as a guide for the strength and durability of the material of the king wedding quilt you will select--for instance, cotton is more durable than fine lace.
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Determine the appropriate stitching and fill that the king wedding quilt will need to have to meet the needs of the couple. King wedding quilts used on beds or in a home with children will need to have a higher thread count and more durable stitching than a king wedding quilt used for display on a wall or as a throw. Polyester-filled king wedding quilts are lighter and less expensive than 100% cotton.
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Evaluate the time line that you have to purchase the king wedding quilt. A longer time line will allow you to order and purchase a more customized king wedding quilt like the Legacy Embroidery style that allows photographs and unique notes from family members and close friends to be added to the king wedding quilt. An explanation of the process of creating these quilts is available at legacyembroidery.com/quilt.html.
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Purchase a beautifully patterned king wedding quilt and bring it to a local embroidery shop for customization if you have less time to prepare before the wedding ceremony. Add special customization to the king wedding quilt, including the couple's names, the wedding date, the wedding location and a blessing or favorite scripture.
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Consider buying a king wedding quilt pattern or kit if you are more adept at sewing and quilting. There are free patterns available online such as the Give and Take Wedding Heart pattern, as well as king wedding quilt kits with pre-cut blocks of fabric. There are also king wedding quilts that can be purchased in varying stages of completeness including "cheater" blocks to be connected or nearly complete quilts that can be top machine quilted by a professional that you select.
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Tips & Warnings
Include a thoughtful note in the king wedding quilt's gift bag or box with directions on how to care for the wedding quilt for the new couple so they know how to best launder their new heirloom. Depending on the customization, care can range widely from dry clean only to machine washable. Wedding quilts can also be found in thrift stores and antique shops; however, it is more difficult to find the king size among the antiques, as they are traditionally queen size.
Reserve king wedding quilts with two stitches per inch or less for display only. These can fall apart after only one laundering. It is best to have these quilts professionally cleaned.
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