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A quilt feels warm because the air trapped in the cotton or woolen batting acts as an insulator and does not allow the heat of the body to escape. However, when the quilt gets old - the cotton/wool gets compressed and the airspace are done away with. It does not remain as good an insulator to heat as it was earlier. Hence it feels less warm.
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Why is a new quilt warmer than an old one?
This will all depend upon what the quilt is made of. When making a quilt, you can add more padding to it if you wish.
Why is a newly made quilt warmer than an old one?
Some older quilts were made of cotton or fillings that washed away over the years, so a newer quilt will be warmer. Older quilts could also have been made of fabrics that were made of fewer threads, and therefore become what we call "threadbare" over time. To re-work older quilts, you can carefully separate the layers, and add new batting, or add a new layer to the old quilt, as new backing.
How do people recycle American quilts ones they have finished using them?
Quilts can be reused, re-purposed or recycled in any number of ways. Often an old but still beautiful quilt will be kept as an art piece, to be hung on a wall or draped gently over a piece of furniture where it can be enjoyed without further wear on the textiles. Other quilts that have bad damage along the edges or in certain areas might be cut down and re-bound as a smaller quilt to be used on a crib or as a lap quilt. Some crafters will cut up old quilts and use them to make dolls or paper-machet type objects; that practice is generally condemned by the quilting community. Yet another old method of recycling worn-out quilts was to use them as filler for an entirely new bed cover, enclosing the old worn quilt in a new back and top. This thicker "comforter" was generally tied rather than quilted and used as an everyday blanket.
What is a quilter?
a quilt maker. Usually using the old fashion tools and needles for it.
What is Seminole's patch work?
It is an old squared antique quilt made by the Seminole Indians.
Are old things better than new things?
new things are better than old depending on what your talking about.
What is burgoyne surrounded new quilts?
Burgoyne Surrounded new quilts is likely short for a quilt contest sponsored by The National Quilt Museum. You can find out more about this contest at http://www.quiltmuseum.org/2009.htm. New Quilts from an Old Favorite is a yearly contest; Burgoyne Surrounded was the theme block for 2009, and the theme block for 2010 is Sunflower. You can see my entry to the contest on the page above (Fourth Place winner), or visit this page at my site: http://www.dreamweavers-quilts.com/quilt-epiphany/gallery/elemental-changes-color-play/ Hope this helps! Nadine Ruggles
What was Alice Walker's first quilt made from?
Alice Walker's first quilt was made from scraps of fabric that originally belonged to her grandmother. It was a combination of old clothing and feed sacks, each carrying personal significance and memories from her family history. Walker cherishes this quilt as a symbol of her heritage and connection to her roots.
Is old time education better than present?
old education is better than new>>>>><<<<< old education was a part of culture but new systemt of is a part of business
Where can you recycle old clotles?
You can reuse old clothes by:My absolute favorite: DONATE!Cut the nice patterned ones into squares for a quiltDonate the quilt! :)
How do you get your toddler to eat new foods?
Mix the new food with the old. Just start out with a bit of the new added to the old and then gradually make it more new than old.
What has the author Bets Ramsey written?
Bets Ramsey has written: 'Old and New Quilt Patterns in the Southern Tradition' -- subject(s): Patterns, Quilting 'The quilts of Tennessee' -- subject(s): Quilts, Quiltmakers, Catalogs, Biography
