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Quilts are not only for your bed, but can be used to decorate your entire house.
It is traditional to get quilt fabric for free. After all, American quilts originated with women using scraps of fabric gleaned from sewing projects and saved from unworn parts of old clothing....
I sell vintage quilts on Ebay that are purchased at estate and garage sales. I will buy the quilt if it is free of rips, holes and tears. Stains are acceptable when the price is right and I'm...
Quilts are large and floppy. There’s no getting around it; they’re just difficult to photograph if you’re trying to emphasize the overall pattern. With a little pre-planning, and ideally, an...
Recycle old t-shirts to make one of a kind quilts with a personal touch. T-shirt quilts can be designed in a thousand ways as long as the t-shirts used are prepared right. Learn how to prepare...
One of the fundamentals to making a hobby into a money making venture is organization. Having the luxury of being a hobby quilter means that you can pull your quilt out whenever you want and put...
Frugal pioneer homemakers salvaged scraps from old clothing and stitched them into comfy quilts. Today's quilt blends the colors, design and textures of a variety of fabrics purchased new,...
In today's America when there are so many things in our lives seem to be in a state of limbo because of everything from a natural disasters to a financial disaster. Wouldn't it be nice to be able...
Have you ever seen the handmade tie knot quilts that everyone raves about? Why not try the same idea when making a scarf? It's easy and fun for the whole family.
Art Quilts in America have become more and more popular as the years have gone by. Each one having its own story to tell. In this article I will tell you a few tips on what types of Art Quilts...
Handmade quilts make beautiful gifts, but for quilters, determining how much to charge is not always easy. While some professional quilters, especially those working on commissioned pieces, charge...
Getting free quilting patterns is a great way to save money while enjoying your favorite hobby. Explore new worlds with fabric using designs you can try for free. Sewing a handmade quilt for a...
In the 1970's in America there was a great explosion of everything that was Holly Hobbie, in style and design including dolls and quilts. There were many young girls that wanted to live the life...
Most of the articles you see on this subject require an initial output of cash, but for many of us who live in older, less energy efficient home, upgrading with new windows, doors, insulation, new...
Photo quilts are a wonderful way to preserve memories and make fabulous gifts. I will give you some basics that I have learned while making photo quilts. The difficulty of this project will...
Invented as an economical way to provide a warm bedcovering, quilts today are valued for their beauty. As the joined pieces form blocks, the design takes shape.
Quilts are a mainstay of American country decor and other casual decorating styles. Here's how to bring your quilts out of the closet and use them in your home.
Quilts are wonderful for fall and winter evenings. Often, they are also a special heirloom that has been passed down from generation to generation. Quilts are very delicate and should be cleaned...
For knockout gifts for everyone on your list, make photo memory quilts. You do need some sewing ability and a computer for this craft. Grandparents would love one with pictures of the...
This is an article for all of those fabric crafters out there that want to take their sewing skills to the next level of creativity and professionalism. There are so many wonderful gifted quilters...
Amish quilts are truly an American tradition that never go out of style. They have a unique quality that can not be duplicated no matter how many other countries try to mass produce them they just...
For the girl who belongs in days of old, a Victorian room can be wonderful. This quaint and homey style is very inviting and calming. There are many items to be found for designing this type of...
If you live where the winter weather can get cold and windy, I'm sure you are looking for ways to stay warm and keep your utility bills from becoming as big as the national debt. Putting that...
Whether your quilt is brand new or an antique / heirloom, it is important to follow proper storage guidelines for long-term protection.
Many quilts are carefully laid-out affairs featuring meticulous measurements, very tiny stitches and an overall repeating pattern. They are stunning works of textile art and cannot compare to mere...
You can design your own appliques for quilts, purses, blankets, and clothes. Learn how to design applique patterns in this free video on making an applique.
Antique quilts come in all shapes, sizes, and unfortunately, conditions. The goal of good quilt restoration is to stabilize the quilt, lengthen its life and create a more beautiful expression of...
If you are a collector of quilts like I am then, to know a little bit about the basic American quilt patterns are very important on your journey to find that next gem of quilt at your local...
When it comes to craftsmanship, handmade quilts can rival the best examples of antique furniture you'll find. Expect to pay hundreds, even thousands of dollars for quilts in very good condition. A...
Flea markets and garage sales are a treasure trove for antique textile collectors. If you get excited every time you uncover an old quilt, tablecloth or remnant of vintage fabric, you are not...
Turning ordinary flour sacks into vintage quilts and various clothing items became popular during stressful economic times. Today there are many collectors who have obtained a wide selection of...
Quilts are more than fancy blankets used to keep warm or to decorate a bedroom with. Quilts have had a long history in the U.S., spanning from the pioneer women sewing in the light from fires, to...
Miniature quilts have a couple of advantages over regular-sized ones; namely, they take less time to sew and they can be displayed as wall hangings. Any quilt pattern can be modified to make a...
Quilts, whether they are made by family members, souvenirs or antiques, are a great way to tastefully decorate any room. To display a quilt correctly often depends on the age of the quilt and how...
Antiques are a wonderful collectable that connect people with our past and perhaps their family's history. However, since antiques are by nature old, they require special care to keep them from...
Are you intrigued by the idea of collecting antique or vintage quilts? Perhaps you love the idea of the fellowship of quiltmaking. Do you imagine the women who made them and appreciate the time...
Researching a quilt's history is challenging because many quilts aren't signed or dated, and the use of quilt-block patterns and fabrics have extended over many years. Recording the history of...
The Underground Railroad is an amazing chapter in U.S. history. African-Americans and whites fought together against the bonds of slavery. They worked to free slaves by bringing them north. The...
If you are not Amish, how can you make an Amish quilt? Amish quilts have come to be defined as any quilt that is similar in design to the quilts made by Amish and Mennonite women. Follow these...
When people collect Americana, they are collecting items that show the true character and growth of the American culture. The antiques and collectibles that make up Americana help us to understand...
One important part of buying an Amish quilt is to dispel myths associated with such quilts. There is more diversity among different Amish communities than many people think; therefore, Amish...
Whether you've just finished your first, tenth or even fiftieth quilt, there is always a sense of pride and a desire to share your accomplishment with others. Of course, by displaying the finished...
The color scheme and fabrics you pick to use in a quilt can turn a boring, ordinary quilt into a unique, eye-catching quilt that adds interest to any room. In quilting, it's not only the color but...
One important step in making a quilt is picking the quilt block and the pattern of the quilt top. This one of the most creative parts of the quilting process, as the decisions you make about the...
Quilts, fabrics, ideas, threads, and fellowship are all on display at the annual Quilters' Heritage Celebration held in the early spring in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Tens of thousands of quilt...
Antique quilts have stories to tell when you use them to decorate your home. Your grandmother's first school dress, a family christening gown and an old scout uniform weave the history of your...
Learn how to shop for quilts as a great gift for your grandma for any holiday including Christmas in this free video on gift giving.
One of the nicest gifts to give or receive is a quilt. These timeless treasures have a long history in the American home. The best quilts have personal meaning for the quilter or the person for...
Measure your quilting patterns to determine how large a system you need to find to store them. Look at how various quilting stores organize their patterns to better help you find a method you'll...
Some historians consider the oral tradition about slave quilts as unreliable. However there's research that corroborates the slave quilt by Tobin and Dobard, authors of "Hidden in Plain View: A...
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