Quilting: A Historical Pastime
Quilting has enjoyed a long history of tradition in our country, stemming back to colonial days when the nation was first settled. The craft had been carried on by women from all walks of life from that time right up until today. Quilts are a tangible evidence of love and caring, as well as a way to pass on family heirlooms. Today it has seen a revival of popularity ranging from those who enjoy it as a hobby, to the serious quilters who have all the right equipment and tools. From novice to advance quilter, all enjoy a craft that is satisfying and enjoyable.
Quilting – Memories of a lifetime
The art of quilting can affect you more than you realize. The art of sewing these beautiful and unique quilts by hand has been passed down from generation to generation. Think of mothers and daughters and friends working together, fitting the pieces of fabric together to create that special wedding coverlet. This is the essence of quilting. These family quilts have been passed down from one couple to the next to adorn the marriage bed for many decades. Imagine the warmth that this kind of tradition holds for the future. There are endless amazing stories that these old quilts could tell about quilting groups and the conversations that went on around it while it was being created.
Special Fabrics
Imagine with me if you will, a woman, a mother, carefully choosing and purchasing a certain fabric. The fabric, which has been sitting for quite a while now has no special purpose except for its beauty. This fabric is beautifully decorated with the most unique designs. She may not know what it is for but she does know that it is special. She stores it away for another time when the objective will be revealed. No one knows when or for what it will be used. Meanwhile it stays safely hidden until the perfect time.
One day while rummaging, she discovers the fabric once again. It has been hidden for a long time. Now she has a special quilting project in mind. Her daughter is expecting a baby. This lovely fabric will transform itself thru the art of quilting into a beautiful coverlet for a little angel. Carefully she works on her quilting project. Finally, it is completed. It is constructed with the beautiful fabric that was chosen by her long ago for this special project. By quilting the baby’s coverlet, she is presenting an heirloom that will pass from one generation to the next. Her heart is as warm as the baby beneath the quilt. She has a quilt of her very own draped on her rocking chair. One that her mother completed quilting for her many years ago!
Making Hearts Glow
If you have been considering the art of quilting or possibly learning to quilt, don’t put it off. Not only can you make wonderful items for yourself, but quilting gives you the opportunity to touch someone else’s life in a special way. Quilting has passed the test of time to become a popular pastime today. Many beds in many homes are adorned with the quilts of past and present. Many people will pay hundreds of dollars for a quilt just to place it on a bed that will never get used. This is amazing. Think of the people whom you love who will actually snuggle under this wonderful quilt that you have created. Quilting truly is an art medium that ties the generations together.