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Medieval Quilting – Fascinating History
Today’s quilter is often surprised when digging into the history of this craft to learn that it actually dates back to medieval times. While the traditional patchwork quilt is distinctively American, the actual process of quilting – the layering of fabric with padding in between – dates much
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Quilting Books: Learning How
When taking on a new craft and becoming familiar with all that’s involved, one of the first things you may look for are books on the subject. It’s not different with quilting. If you are looking into the details of this craft, there are a wide range of instructional books to choose from. Thi
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Beginner Quilting: The Basics
More and more women are reviving new interest in a very old and historical craft and that is quilting. However, at the outset it all may appear a daunting task to learn how. Just as with any craft there are basic steps to take to get started. And there are plenty of helps available to ensure that
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American Patchwork and Quilting
The pastime as well as the artwork and craft of quilting are as American as apple pie. For a time quilting was in danger of become a lost art, but recent years has seen a distinct revival and a new popularity of this historical craft. Most beginning quilters start with the American patchwork and q
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Keepsake Quilting – Tips and Ideas
July 31, 2008 by admin
In the true essence of quilting, every quilt can be considered a keepsake quilt. If someone you know, or even if that quilter was you, put time and love into the quilt, it becomes a keepsake. However, if keepsake means more to you, such as a quilt that is made up of scraps [...]
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Maggie Walker Quilting – Quilting Diva
July 30, 2008 by admin
One of the most delightful aspects of quilting is to study under the tutelage a true quilting artist. Maggie Walker is an artist in every sense of the word, and she opened up new ideas and vistas in the craft of quilting. Walker’s designs more closely resemble a piece of fine art than [...]
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Machine Quilting – New Options
July 30, 2008 by admin
For a time there was a seeming contention between those who believed handing stitching quilts was the only way, and those who were excited to use a more automated method. That has since gone by the wayside. Today, those who love the quiet serenity of sitting and stitching by hand can opt for [...]
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Long Arm Quilting Machines: The Latest in Technology
July 30, 2008 by admin
Where quilting has come from most people know and understand. Where it’s headed is anyone’s guess. Every since the Long Arm Quilting Machine was invented by Fred Nolting in the 1980s quilting has undergone a virtual revolution. The Long Arm Quilting Machine offers advances in creative quilting that our grandmothers could never [...]
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