Quilting Restoration A Labor of Love, Art, History, and Detail Quilting is a cherished art form, often passed down through generations, expressing history, culture, and personal stories within its stitches. However, quilts frequently suffer from wear and tear over...
Quilt and Fabric Adoption Have you recently come into possession of cherished hand-me-down quilts, linens, and fabric from elderly family members? Do you need help finding the best way to care for these items? Or are you seeking a dedicated place to donate these...
The Quilter’s Forgiveness Zone: The ¼ inch seam! When I started sewing, I made primarily clothing. My first projects were a shirt and skirt in 7th grade Home Economics (Home Ec) class. (Sadly, the US school curriculums no longer offer these classes). Then, as with...
See What’s Cooking at Creating Quilts: Hello Friends! It’s September, and business is hopping! One of my beginning-of-the-month exercises is to update my customer board. This whiteboard lists my CREATE quilts, REPAIR quilts, and K’s PROJECTS. (If you are wondering,...
A Flurry of Feathers! When it comes to quilt repairs, one of the best practices is to expect anything. That’s what happened when Susan G brought me her duvet. It was in need of repair as the cording around the edge had been worn through. As a result, one corner had a...
