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Quilting
Quilting is simply the stitching and joining of pliable materials, such as cloth, various fabrics, or leather. Usually, smaller shapes are joined to make a larger piece of one to three layers with batting and/or insulation between the layers of fabric. Sewing can be done by hand or by machine. Questions in this topic include types of stitches and patterns, and how to do them.
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In everyday use who gets the quilts?
In everyday use, family members who tend to get cold during the night also tend to get more quilts on their beds. Traditionally, the best and more artful quilts are saved to be used by guests as an expression of hospitality and honor.
Two fifths is 40%.
What is best batting for a baby quilt?
In my opinion, 100% cotton. Very few people are allergic to cotton, and it washes well, standing the test of time.
Polyester tends to crumble to dust after about 5 years, and in some cases beards. ( Bearding is when the fibers start pulling through the fabric. )
Where can one purchase Queen Quilts?
Queensize quilts are available at most retailers that sell bed linens such as Macy's and Bed Bath and Beyond. If one is seeking a vintage handmade quilt, a good place to look would be antique stores and antique swapmeets. Online resources for handmade quilts are Etsy and eBay.
Line configurations and the meanings assigned to these configurations are known as line conventions. Line conventions convey information as succinctly as a physical example of the object itself. The appropriate use of standard line conventions enables fabricators to replicate objects based solely on your drawing.
Novelty fabrics are fabrics with a theme of some sort. Pets, holidays, toys, and sports are just a few of the numerous motifs printed on fabric. This type of fabric became popular during the last quarter of the 19th century . At this time they were called conversation prints. Bicycles, horseshoes and anchors were popular motifs. During America's Great Depression manufacturers began to sell animal feed and staples like flour and sugar in sacks printed with delightful themes. Once the feed sack was emptied the sack was used to make clothing or quilts. There were some delightful novelty prints on feedsacks. See the link to feedsack novelty fabrics. The novelty fabrics available today seem to be endless and include just about any theme you can imagine. Just one word of warning. If you find a novelty fabric you love you'd better buy it then and there as they are usually done in just one printing.
I would suggest you contact the magazine and ask them on this forum:
http://old.canadianliving.com/canadianliving/client/en/forum/tt.asp?appid=17
or contact the Dufferin Piecemakers Quilting Guild at:
guild@dufferinpiecemakers.org
The full name of the designer is Sandra Small Proudfoot ------------------------ Here is Sandra Small Proudfoot's website. You can order the pattern directly from her. http://www.farmerswalkbb.com/sandysmallproudfootcom/
What does 'cotton warp quilt' mean?
It is a bed covering knitted in a lacy pattern from a type of cotton warp yarn.
Was quilts made on wagon trains?
No. Sewing of a large. complex item like a quilt would not be done in a crowded, moving wagon.
How do you bind a zigzag edge of chevron quilt?
To bind a zigzag edge of a chevron quilt, first, cut your binding strips on the bias to accommodate the angles. Attach the binding to the quilt's edges using a sewing machine, starting from the middle of one side and working around, mitering the corners as you go. Finally, fold the binding over to the back of the quilt and hand-stitch or machine-stitch it in place for a clean finish. Make sure to press the binding as you go to help it lay flat.
The perimeter of a quilt that is 3.5 x 6.5 meters is 20 meters (Are you sure you mean meters? That's a huge quilt. A typical quilt for a king size bed is only 2.5 meters long.). 20 meters plus 2/3 meter or a total of 20.6 meters of binding is required.
Why the quilt was named quilt?
In short, the origin of the word is this: Middle English quilte mattress, quilt, from Anglo-French coilte,from Latin culcita mattress.
What are quilting events called?
When a group of people get together to make a quilt together, this is called a quilting bee. When a group of people get together to share, sell and buy quilts and information about quilting, it is called a quilt show.
How can you get a manual for singer model AJ837194?
Go to singer.com and look up how to use the serial number(AJ837194) which is what you have to find out what model Singer you have. Then you can find out if they have the manual available. Some are free but most cost $15 to purchase.
What is a fussy cut in quilting?
Quilt squares (or patches) are typically cut without regard to the print on the fabric. When you fussy cut, you cut the material in such a way that an object in the print (a flower, animal, person, etc) is centered in the patch or square.
1 1/4 yards would be enough to cut 2 18" X 40" pieces either crosswise or lengthwise, with about 2" for hems or rod pockets, If you need wider hems, then go for 1 1/2 yards.
What is the standard seam allowance used in quilt?
The standard seam allowance for quilts is a "scant" 1/4 inch. There are many methods and gadgets to help you achieve this. My choice is to use a 1/4 inch piecing foot and the center needle position with a straight stitch throat plate. Check with your local quilt shop and/or your local machine distributor to see what's out there. At the quilt shop don't be nervous about asking questions with both the employees and customers as to what they use. Your machine distributor probably has a foot that will help you. If you decide to go that way, get them to show you how to use the foot and then set it up yourself, measuring the seams to be sure that you will money and effort will give you the results you expect.
If you vary the width of the seam allowance the tiniest bit while piecing, you cannot line up the seams and corners of the blocks.
What is novelty quilting fabrics?
Novelty fabrics are fabrics with a theme of some sort. Pets, holidays, toys, and sports are just a few of the numerous motifs printed on fabric. This type of fabric became popular during the last quarter of the 19th century . At this time they were called conversation prints. Bicycles, horseshoes and anchors were popular motifs. During America's Great Depression manufacturers began to sell animal feed and staples like flour and sugar in sacks printed with delightful themes. Once the feed sack was emptied the sack was used to make clothing or quilts. There were some delightful novelty prints on feedsacks. See the link to feedsack novelty fabrics. The novelty fabrics available today seem to be endless and include just about any theme you can imagine. Just one word of warning. If you find a novelty fabric you love you'd better buy it then and there as they are usually done in just one printing.
Are there any institutions that offer accredited classes in quilting or sewing?
Hi,
I was about to ask the same question. Have you received any answers?
Anne
