Quilting bees have been with us since pioneer days. These often were social occasions when neighbors helped one another finish their quilts, as well as getting together to chat. Sometimes they worked on individual projects; other times the ladies stretched a quilt over a frame and took tiny stitches to hold front, back, and filling together.
I […]
Star patterns for quilts ranked among the favorite designs with quilters of long ago and still today. Some of these, like the Lone Star, were very complicated designs. Others, like some I’ve made, consisted of eight large pieces.
It’s amazing, when one realizes how much work the colonial homemakers had to do, that they had time to create […]
Quilters frequently wonder what they can use as far as quilt patterns and designs and how they can use them without infringing upon the originator’s copyright. Also, what can be used from books and articles?
At www.reddawn.net/quilt/copylaw.htm you’ll find information regarding the US Copyright Law and how it applies to quilters. This may not answer all […]
In browsing through a magazine recently, I came across pictures of scrap dresses for little girls. You also could make these as dolls’ dresses.
This was suggested as one way to use up your scraps from quilting, fabric arts or dressmaking. Simply sew the scraps together to make a piece of fabric and cut the pattern. […]
Among the various items falling under the category of quilting and fabric art you’ll discover purses or bags. Made of fabric embellished in a variety of ways and frequently quilted, these artistic endeavors are fascinating and eye-catching.
In the Quilting Arts magazine for Spring 2006, you’ll see fabric bags of many types. Quite a few use […]
With all the new innovations in quiltmaking, you’ll discover that adorning quilts, hangings, and fabric art with beads has become very popular. There are classes on this and books written about the various techniques.
Some quilt artists use only a few beads and adornments, while others complete their work with numerous beads of different colors, […]
A new category has been added to the OK Centennial Quilt Contest - “Best Group Project” for the children to do a scout, family or classroom project. This looks like an enjoyable project for children and adults alike.
Judy Howard of Buckboard Antique Quilts says, “Hope every quilter will encourage their children and grandchildren to create […]
By participating in contests and exhibits, quilters can develop more recognition in the quilt world. Your work will be judged with and by your colleagues and your name will become better known.
Some exhibits require that your quilt be juried before it’s accepted for display. You receive a great feeling of achievement when yours […]
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