Something about Sunbonnet Sue quilts captures the hearts of quiltmakers and quilt lovers. In their many variations, these quilts, with a little girl wearing a large bonnet hiding her face, have been favorites to make for babies and young girls for years.
When I began researching the history of this design, I found this charming […]
Quilters in todays world are interested in foods for quilting get togethers and to prepare for their family as their pioneer ancestors were. They even publish group cookbooks with recipes many contributed.
Some of these cookbooks are compiled as fund raisers to help quilting groups with their projects and quilt shows. Some […]
As I compiled my book, The Magic of Patchwork, I wrote of the pleasure quilters experienced at those social gatherings called quilting bees. Here is an excerpt:
One of the enjoyable aspects of quiltmaking in days ago was the quilting bee. The ladies met to put a quilt together after the top had been […]
Quilts for special occasions contribute to family memories. Some of these consist of fabrics that remind us of memorable events. Others are quilts created as a gift for a particular person or occasion.
Quilters often make quilts for new babies. This is something grandmothers enjoy doing, both for the giving and the […]
Quilting has been an art through the ages women have turned to during times of trouble and tragedy, as well as times of happiness. Woven into the designs of their quilts and midst the fabrics, we often discover the stories of events in their lives that tell of joy and sorrow.
These may be family, […]
Often quilters ask me how they can turn their hobby into an income producing venture. I wrote The Business of Patchwork for eight years and Work Patch for another two years for quilting magazines. These were based upon my experiences operating a quilting business and interviews with other quilters.
Quilting and patchwork related businesses […]
As I researched my family history, I came across a lady in an 1880 census whose occupation was listed as Inspector of Quilts. She wasnt a member of my family, just someone in a census list. However, this phrase caught my attention, and I wondered just what she did.
Ive heard of pioneer quilters […]
I enjoy reading and collecting novels with references to quilting. Family heritage themes, as well as mysteries pique my interest. Books that trace a quilting heritage over the decades and offer fascinating insights into quilting in various ages also captivate me.
Novels that take place in todays setting often add to our knowledge of […]
The Nine-Patch design is one of the easiest to start with in your quilting venture. Id also suggest beginning with a pillow. Once youve mastered the pillow project, you can make several pillow blocks and sew them together until you have the desired length and width for your quilt.
This design consists of nine […]
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