A favorite quilt can bring its owner comfort, warmth and security. It can be an heirloom that is passed down to future generations, reminding a family of their history. I am a self-taught quilter who has been quilting for the last 15 years. As a member of the Quiltsy Team here on Etsy, I participated in quilting the giant quilts for Etsy’s new office.
In this quilting installment for the Facts and Fancies series, I’ll give you some insight into the different materials used in quilts and the varying styles and techniques of quilts.
Photo of KimsCraftyApple, more in her Flickr set
Before we start, Webster Mirriam’s dictionary defines a quilt as “a bed coverlet of two layers of cloth filled with padding (batting) held in place by ties or stitched designs.” While this holds true for most, not all techniques considered quilting fit this definition, and I will introduce you to those, too.
A baby quilt by theloveliestbloom
Size: Measure It Out
It is important to know your sizes when buying a quilt for a bed. Before purchasing a quilt, you should take the mattress size of your bed and measure all around the bed for the amount of overhang you would prefer and add those measurements to the mattress size to get the quilt size you need. You can find the standard dimensions for mattresses here.
Photo by Leslie from curlycrafter
Fabric: Color, Pattern, and Combination
”I am inspired by fabric; a new line of fabrics is like a flower garden in full bloom, choosing the right combination to make the perfect bouquet.” — Carlene Westburg of quiltville
Most quilters like to use 100% cotton quilting fabrics. There are different grades of fabric in the manufacturing process. Normally, a mill will run tests on new designs to test for colors. This fabric is often sold to discount stores at a lesser price. Keep in mind that this test fabric often has a lower thread count and will shrink more and the colors may bleed and/or fade due to this. Most quilt shops sell the better grade with higher thread count. This fabric is more expensive, averaging about $9/yard in the U.S., but if taken care of properly, it can last for centuries and is well worth the investment.
Recycled materials are increasing in popularity with the push towards more environmentally friendly products, though upcycled quilts have been, for quite some time, a traditionally thrifty way to make do with fabric scraps. 
MamakaMills‘ quilt made from repurposed men’s shirts
Photo by Ashlawnfarms, who sells batting supplies
Batting: Know Your Quilt Inside Out
There are many types of batting available for the middle of a quilt. These varieties help define the form and the feel of a quilt. I’ll lay out some of the pros and cons to consider for your particular needs.
Cotton is the most popular. It is soft, washable, breathable, cool, comfortable and relatively affordable. It does shrink and will give you a puckered, vintage look when washed and dried in a machine.
Cotton/Polyester is loftier than cotton and shrinks less. It is also more stable than and has the breathability of cotton.
Polyester is lightweight and puffy. This is the batting to use if you like a sleek and modern look. It is the least expensive, non-allergenic and non-shrinking. The down-side is that it doesn’t breathe and has the most impact on our environment due to chemicals.
Wool is more expensive, and it is light and fluffy and naturally flame-retardant. Some of the negatives are allergies and moths. If it is not hand washed and laid flat to dry, it will felt.
Bamboo is the most recent addition to the batting industry. It is more expensive, but it has the breathability of cotton and is machine washable. It also has less impact on our environment because bamboo does not need chemicals to grow.
Photo by sarahsquiltsncrafts
An Investment of Time and Materials
Have you ever wondered why quilts are priced as they are and why their prices can vary widely? An obvious pricing variable would be the grade of materials used in a quilt, but let us consider the amount of materials needed and the hours of labor performed. A baby/toddler quilt uses approximately 4-5 yards of fabric for a 45”x60” quilt. A king-size quilt uses approximately 14-16 yards of fabric. Multiply that by the price per yard and add the cost of other supplies needed, such as batting and thread and you have a figure for supplies only. There is no standard for hours of labor in a quilt, as it varies greatly depending on the quilter. Some smaller quilts with very basic patterns may take 5 -10 hours to make, while more detailed and larger quilts can take hundreds of hours!
Photo by domoshar, more about this process on her Flickr
Styles and Techniques
There are so many types of quilts you can find on Etsy. Here are some of the techniques you’ll see referred to as you browse Etsy’s Quilt Category — don’t hesitate to explore the experiments going on in today’s quilting world as well as the time-honored traditions!
Handstitching photo by Lucy, more on her lovely blog Quilting with the Past
A hand quilted quilt is just as the name implies. 
No machine is used and the quilter stitches the three layers together, by hand, using a running stitch. A machine quilted quilt is quilted on a standard sewing machine or a commercial grade quilting machine, which can accommodate larger quilts with easier maneuverability and can be finished in less time. The other option is to tie the quilt. The quilter uses embroidery floss, yarn or another type of string to tack the three layers together in a grid using a knot.
Photo by Sue from andrusgardensart
A hand pieced quilt is a quilt top whose many pieces has been sewn together by hand, using a needle and thread. A hand pieced quilt may be hand or machine quilted.
An appliquéd quilt, such as this Tree quilt by allthenumbers, uses the process of sewing one or more smaller pieces of fabric onto a larger background. This appliqué can be accomplished by hand or machine using various decorative stitches.
A crazy quilt is made of irregular scrap pieces or blocks of irregular scrap pieces, and these are often embellished with embroidery stitches and do not usually have a layer of batting. They may consist of different types of fabric, such as cotton, velvet, satin, etc. Check out this Cat crazy quilt by clubaloha.
A quilted fabric postcard can be mailed using one self-adhesive first class stamp. They have a top layer, a filling and a back, just like a quilt. The minimum card and letter size for US Postal Service mailings is 3 ½” x 5”. Most quilted fabric postcards measure 4” x 6”.
Sailboat Quilted Fabric Postcard by SewUpscale
A miniature quilt is a reduced or scaled down version of a full sized quilt. Generally, it is 1/12th the scale of the larger quilt. Here’s an example in purple and pink by Pamelaquilts.
In an art quilt, the artist applies art principles — and sometimes art experience from other areas, like drawing, painting and photography. These often include different textures of fabric and stitching, as in bbusbyarts‘s Urchin II quilt, made with iridescent silk dupioni. The quilter often intends for you to hang the piece on your wall, as you would a painting or other decorative art.
A rag quilt is usually comprised of flannel or homespun material with raw edges of seam allowances that are exposed and then cut to form a soft fringe. roryunraveled, who made the twin rag quilts below, told me that “Rag quilts (the way I make them) are reversible — no official ‘front’ or ‘back’ like traditional quilts. Choose to display the clean, finished side folded at the end of your bed or snuggle with the comfy, raggy side while reading a book — whatever you’re in the mood for at that moment. And babies just can’t get enough of those frayed, fringy edges.”
A patchwork quilt is made by sewing patches of different fabrics together, usually in a pattern or formation.
Patchwork quilt by Quiltville
A cathedral windows quilt has this distinctive look you see in my pillow cover at right. This technique has no batting and rarely a backing, but has been considered a favorite type of quilt by many quilters. I love making cathedral window projects because of the origami-like technique, the stained glass window effect (especially when done with batiks), and the portablilty of the project — due to the large amount of hand sewing required.
There are other experiments to explore in the Quilts Category. thePATchworksshop quilted this piece from vintage fabrics, embellished it with the rusty star, and framed it for a rustic look.
Covering It All
Whether you are searching on Etsy for a quilt that reminds you of nights spent at Grandma’s house, as a child, or something a bit more modern and artistic, I hope that you have gained the knowledge you need to find the perfect quilt for you.
Here’s one happy customer:
This photo shows Daniel “relaxing in his nice tidy room, with our lovely new Sky Parlour Quilt from skyparlourquilts! We chose fabrics that matched all our bedding, and they’ve tied together beautifully. Even the stitching is all hand-guided, in a matching heraldic pattern, PLUS it’s in the prettiest graduated thread that is pink, orange and purple. Love!”
Tell us your quilt stories in the comments below!
More From the Facts and Fancies Series | The Quilts Category on Etsy
152 comments
Sign in to add your ownscrumdidlyump says:
Love it! I want to see pics of the giant Etsy quilts too!
2 years ago
sleepymoondesign says:
All of my baby blankets were handmade quilts from various family members and I still have them today! I love all the quilts and different fabric they are so pretty.
2 years ago
julessabjewelry says:
Tiffany - thank you for sharing such beautiful work with us. My grannies and mom are quilters and it's fantastic to see so many creative talents...
2 years ago
Ayca says:
Lovely ! Great finds !
2 years ago
candacejean says:
Oh fun.. my mom is such an amazing quilter and she got that from my grandma who got it from her mom. I have a bunch of squares cut out of my son's old/baby clothes and I planned on making him a big patchwork quilt before winter, but I don't know that I got the "quilting gene". I also am worried (even though it's a ways off) I won't make it before winter hits?? I hope so! That blue and white one is absolutely stunning. I also want to see the big ones for the Etsy office! :)
2 years ago
slinkymalinkicat says:
Fantastic article! I adore bbusbyarts quilts, they are amazing!
2 years ago
paisleybaby says:
Wow, so much gorgeous work here!
2 years ago
vixensnaturaljewelry says:
LOVE THEM!!!!!
2 years ago
Whimbrella says:
Wonderful explanation of the different types of quilting. Thank you!
2 years ago
PattiTrostle says:
My grandmother always made quilts. I love them. Great finds here!
2 years ago
maggiemaevintage says:
Beautiful handiwork. One of my treasures is a quilt from my grandmother. My mothers' handiwork is dispersed throughout the rest of the famiy members. I love these pieces of art.
2 years ago
litapsilverj says:
What a great topic! I love handmade quilts and the selection is beautiful. Lots of unique ideas, too. Great article!
2 years ago
cookieletta says:
Wonderful work!!
2 years ago
CatherinetteRings says:
Very nice post , i like the patchwork and cathedral windows quilt . Didn't know there was so many kinds.
2 years ago
KimsCraftyApple says:
What a great article! I learned a lot even though I am a quilter! Thanks for including the picture of me in my orchard with my quilts! Nice work Tiffany!
2 years ago
Hammermann says:
The quilts are a work of art! I didn't know it required so much fabric and time to make one. It makes me appreciate them more. Great post!
2 years ago
brandeye says:
this is a such a great overview of quilting! i quilt and i even learned a couple of things. the quilt postcard is so cool.
2 years ago
craftscafe says:
I love how quilts are used by various craft movements to display unity & solidarity. For example, I worked at an AIDS service organization for a while & learned how powerful the AIDS Memorial Quilt became. I am writing a blog post about its meaning and history on my "craft empowerment" blog http://craftscafe.wordpress.com/. Quilting an amazing form of art!
2 years ago
queenofnostalgia says:
LOVE quilts! Thank you for such a great article :) I work with both paper and fabric, and love incorporating the "quilt" and patchwork look into my art... a great way to show love to all the pretty papers and fabrics out there! PS - great novel about quilts is "Stitches in Time" by Barbara Michaels :) For all those quilt lovers out there who like mysteries!
2 years ago
ArtfullySew says:
Very cool to see quilts featured - thank you!
2 years ago
polkadotmagpie says:
Oh my goodness. The rooster and skull quilts rock this quilt collector's world. Please buy things from my shop so I can purchase those gorgeous quilts. :-0
2 years ago
girltuesdayjewelry says:
Gorgeous colors and designs! I love the quilts with the fringe around the blocks. Too cool!
2 years ago
uniquelynancy says:
Wonderful article!! Thank you for showing how great quilting can be and how different styles can fit into so many different life styles. THe art of quilting has stood the ravishes of time and evolved into a whole new art form!
2 years ago
MiaDolce says:
Great article and gorgeous quilts featured!! I love how quilts can be so versatile from old-fashioned to modern and everything in between. There's just something special and comforting about snuggling up with a handmade quilt :)
2 years ago
WeeBindery says:
Absolutely gorgeous quilts! Wonderful article!
2 years ago
clevergirl says:
What incredible quilts! I'm fascinated! I need one! I need them all! Beautiful article! Gorgeous art!
2 years ago
HeatherBuchanan says:
Oh loveliness! And great timing - I'm just about to work on my very first quilt. It's going to be an art quilt, built like a life-sized anatomy flap.
2 years ago
anotherghostquilts says:
Great job on this, Tiffany. Many people don't understand the art and craft of quilting and this is really well done. Thank you. Happy National Quilting Day( tomorrow) and happy quilting (forever).
2 years ago
britpals says:
This is a super article. Thanks so much! I love quilts too and started quilting a few years ago. I'm new to Etsy and have put a few small pieces on my site .. a few visitors, but no buyers yet and I really have to "get with" the whole Etsy concept and use the networking there. But it takes time, doesn't it!!
2 years ago
bylynnkrestel says:
what artists - being able to create such masterpieces...i've tried - its not easy!!
2 years ago
babinka1981 says:
Wonderful art!
2 years ago
SetCarre says:
Great article! Creating quilts is so fun!!
2 years ago
QuiltLover says:
Well written article. Thank you Tiffany.
2 years ago
ArtisticIntentions says:
Wow! Beautiful quilts!!
2 years ago
YouAreYou says:
WOW! These are great! Such dedication!
2 years ago
WoolyHands says:
I've been bit by the quilting bug this year - I haven't got very far on the sewing part, but the stash acquisition is going well :)
2 years ago
simplyworn says:
Its great to see the creative ways to blend these cloths into such useful and fun pieces. Quilting is so universal now!
2 years ago
mia09 says:
Wonderful article, lots of info! I love quilts. Congratulations to all the artist your creations are beautiful.
2 years ago
clubaloha says:
Fabulous article! Good job, Tiffany! Thank you for including my crazy cats quilt.
2 years ago
bungalowquilts says:
Great article, great quilts!
2 years ago
QuiltFinger says:
Great article! Thanks for sharing all the work that goes into quilts, they are so much more than functional items.
2 years ago
QuiltFinger says:
Great article. Thanks from sharing all the details for what does into every quilt. They are so much more than functional objects.
2 years ago
worksofwhimsy says:
I so admire the patience and skill of quilters! My very pathetic attempt at a quilt, made 19 years ago, is literally falling apart at the seams, yet my kids refuse to let me dispose of it. I have the good fortune to live close to one of the best quilt festivals in the world in Sisters, Oregon. Seeing so many amazing quilts always takes my breath away!
2 years ago
genisepark says:
Beautiful quilts very inspiring. Want to see the large Esty quilts too. Am finishing up a twin quilt in shades of blue to put on my site. I love quilting.
2 years ago
DrawntoLetters says:
So informative-loved it! My most popular item is a modern cloth "book" but it is really made like a tiny quilt folded for reading. Thanks for the inspiring stuff.(Britpals welcome and good luck.)
2 years ago
beautifulbridget says:
Wow! Such lovely quilts!!
2 years ago
Pamelaquilts says:
Wonderful article - there is so much diversity in the art of quilting, and this article really touches on that well! I love doing miniatures, it's challenging to work in small scale, but it's a great way to make a quilt without spending as much on materials!
2 years ago
Emmamaha says:
Thank you for sharing! Lovely, well-written and including flickr pics and pics of the process of quilting was a great idea. Wonderful, painstaking craft that deserves a lot of respect to the crafters who specialize in it.
2 years ago
PennyFabricArt says:
Wonderful article Tiffany! Textile arts have been popular for thousands of years, and variations on quilting have been part of cultures around the world for centuries. Contemporary wall-hanging art quilts are becoming the tapestries of the 21st century. Etsy definitely has about the best variety of excellent quilters and textile artists of any ecommerce website.
2 years ago
kissadesign says:
I so admire quilters! There is a tradition of hand quilting on my mom's side, and perhaps some days I will dive into this artform myself... but for now I totally enjoy looking at others' works, so painstakingly created one stitch at a time. Thanks for sharing!
2 years ago
warmnfuzzies says:
Thanks, Vanessa, for giving me the opportunity to tell the world about quilting! Those wanting to see the Etsy Quilts just need to click on the blue "giant quilt" link in the first paragraph of the article. Thanks everyone for your nice words. Etsy has so many talented quilters, that I wish they could all have been showcased.
2 years ago
YellowViolet says:
Love this! I'm a complete fabric addict and this article makes me want to rush home and start working on something. Very inspirational and well done. THANK YOU!
2 years ago
btaylorquilts says:
Wow! I love the cathedral windows pillow by warmnfuzzies. What a great article on quilting, perfect timing with national quilting day tomorrow :)
2 years ago
woolsolution says:
Wonderful article with great examples, thank you, Tiffany!
2 years ago
nanasaprons says:
I am interested in doing quilts and this is a great article. Thank you for publishing it.
2 years ago
pamwares says:
absolutely beautiful collection of quilts - all kinds!
2 years ago
Whimsywares says:
These are gordeous! I have always loved quilting. I do mine by machine mostly and I would love to learn to handstich them if I could find the time! Color is always my favorite part of a quilt!
2 years ago
BlackStar says:
We are so lucky to have such talented quilters on Etsy. Such beautiful work. Great article!
2 years ago
SuzyQQuilts says:
Great job Tiffany! You are amazing. What a fantastic piece you have put together.
2 years ago
mentalembellisher says:
Fantastic! I have quilts all over the house and love to crazy quilt...all that colour and texture, essential for happiness!
2 years ago
RomanceCatsAndWhimsy says:
Gorgeous quilts - I especially loved the cat quilt!
2 years ago
LoveTheBaby says:
Thank you for this article. I love quilts and I love to make quilts. We have antique quilts in our home made by my husband's grandmother (born in 1884) and others made by his mother. When his granddaughter was born in 1999 I took blocks pieced by his mother and made them into a quilt for her. Hopefully this will mean something to her as she gets older. Everyone, if you love quilts, every October at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas is the International Quilt Festival. Supplies go for miles and hundreds of quilts of all styles are on display. Masterpieces! It is a good time!
2 years ago
MaaPstudio says:
Wow!Absolutely gorgeous quilts!!
2 years ago
OriginalsbyLauren says:
Wonderful article, good job!
2 years ago
Fabricelements says:
A wonderful and educational article on the many styles of quilting. Thank you Tiffany.
2 years ago
mazedasastoat says:
My mother made the most wonderful quilts, but I don't think I've inherited the sewing gene! But the idea that maybe one day I'll make a quilt is great excuse for harding fabrics! LOL
2 years ago
Quiltville says:
Thanks Etsy for posted this Awesome article by Tiffany. I truly enjoyed reading every word. Thanks much Tiffany for including my quilts. I Love Love Tiffany's Cathedral Windows pillows, I own several.
2 years ago
spiceberrycottage says:
Awesome article. Loved all the talented artists highlighted!
2 years ago
SlpngBeauty59 says:
Simply amazing article. Beautifully written- beautiful and perfectly chosen pictures- great layout.... I am definetly hooked on quilts now!
2 years ago
dorothydomingo says:
Kudos to the quilters! You all do such amazing work and it's thrilling to see you get the spotlight!
2 years ago
JoshUrsoDesign says:
I've been looking for quilts like MamakaMills' for a while now. Thank you for the article and another addition to my "Must Have Someday" list!
2 years ago
allthenumbers says:
Fabulous article Tiffany (and a gorgeous picture BTW!), and thank you Etsy for showcasing the amazing beauty that can be found in quilting! My tree quilt shown above isn't being made right now (since I'm having trouble piecing on the floor!), but once these twins arrive, hopefully I will be able to get back to it. Thank you for including it! It is my very favorite thing to make. Actually ALL the photographs are wonderful. This article made my day!
2 years ago
pasin says:
wONDERFUL ARTÄ°CLE
2 years ago
FarmFreshArt says:
Oh my, I'm in heaven- your quilts are amazing.
2 years ago
StudioCherie says:
Tiffany, I have long been an admirer of cathedral windows quilts, and I think yours are stunning examples. Knowing I would never take the time to make one, but pining for a similar effect, I invented my own method and created a pattern to follow for those of us who need an easier way. Here is the link to it in case you are curious: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=42905574 Excellent work by all included here. I especially love the photo of Kim outside her barn. And I think the recyled mens shirts are brilliant.
2 years ago
FluteTeacher says:
I love looking at quilts! They are so beautiful!
2 years ago
lifeofcolors says:
Beautiful examples in the picks! I have a quilt wall-hanging from my mom. :-)
2 years ago
accentonvintage says:
Quilting is the most creative and wonderful art form. I'll have to get back into it. Thanks for the article.
2 years ago
ArtbyTinaMarie says:
Awesome job of breaking down and explaining all the avenues of quilting. Thanks for sharing Tiffany! :o)
2 years ago
nowonder says:
I like KimsCraftyApple items!
2 years ago
MomNMiaQuilts says:
Thank you for sharing our wonderful art of quilting through this great article!!
2 years ago
litteMushroom says:
There was a really amazing quilt exibition at the V&A in london opening a few days ago ,anyone who lives near should go and see it.
2 years ago
QuiltSewCover says:
Excellent article and photos. Thanks Tiffany and Etsy for getting this on the blog!
2 years ago
blueberrydeluxe says:
I'm so glad you did something on quilts! My grandma always makes me oodles every year and I just love them. They're coming back with a vengeance and I'm ready ;)
2 years ago
recycledwares says:
beautiful quilts. love the bold, bright colors. takes so much work and patience to do such lovely pieces.
2 years ago
liveoakstudio says:
What a fun article! Thank you!
2 years ago
attackofthevintage says:
Great article, very informative, well written. Love the selections to go with the information. I have learned a few things. Thanks Tiffany!
2 years ago
healthyhomefabrics says:
Informative article, Tiffany, and a wonferful tribute to quilters! As a seamstress and novice quilter I really appreciate the labor that goes into making all of these professional patchworks. I can't believe Esty quilters charge so little for their work. My dear quilters -- value your work and price it to better reflect your time and talent!!
2 years ago
cachecreekquilts says:
Tiffany, what an excellent article on quilting. You did such a great job including lots of photos from different quiltsy shops also. Thank you for your great post!
2 years ago
stashthis says:
Wonderful article warmnfuzzies!!!
2 years ago
ClaudiaLord says:
Beautiful quilts!
2 years ago
ClaudiaLord says:
Beautiful quilts!
2 years ago
handmadebygiovanna says:
This is a great article! Thanks for sharing!
2 years ago
postcardlady says:
Wonderful read, beautiful quilts
2 years ago
TreeHuggerStudio says:
Love the eye candy. Gorgeous!
2 years ago
Springwaterdesigns says:
Great compilation of wonderful pieces! A very comprehensive article, thanks for sharing your knowledge!
2 years ago
MoranArtandQuilts says:
Love the article, Tiffany! And thank you Etsy for featuring quilts. I just love the diversity of this medium.
2 years ago
sewnewthings says:
Great info - thanks. I have some quilting projects that I must get back into this winter :)
2 years ago
TerryAskeArtQuilts says:
Wonderful article, Tiffany! It's great to see examples of the various methods and techniques used by quilters, and the gorgeous results of their work.
2 years ago
Radicalroles says:
My mom is also a beautiful art quilter. She's created underwater sea scenes, a boobs-totem-pole and my favorite- the back of my dad's head when he plays video games. See them here: www.bodasciousde.com
2 years ago
peaceableempire says:
MamakaMills' quilt looks like Pantone art- and from recylced material! Amazing.
2 years ago
halfpintsalvage says:
Everyone needs a handmade quilt--they're so warm and cozy. Love the idea of modern quilts--rather than something your grandma had. So many wonderful quilt-makers on Etsy too.
2 years ago
ChicThrows1 says:
Fantastic well written article, well done!
2 years ago
domoshar says:
Lovely article with so much information and beautiful quilts! Thank you! Quilting is fantastic activity - liberating, artistic and with functional and loving outcome too. Thanks for helping more people feel the quilting magic!
2 years ago
artangel says:
Wow these are all stunning - breathtaking colours! They must take soooo long to make!
2 years ago
Quiltedhearts5 says:
Wonderful article, great examples of the quilting field. Thank you so much Warmnfuzzies.
2 years ago
ArtAndDreams says:
So beautiful, so cozy and the colors are amazing.
2 years ago
opendoorstudio says:
there is nothing like the work of hands ...these illustrate such a creative spirit! I just love the colors and the artisans that create them!
2 years ago
annsquiltnstuff says:
What an awesome article! Beautiful quilts!
2 years ago
annsquiltnstuff says:
What a wonderful article! Such great information! Thank you Warmnfuzzies!
2 years ago
JenSport says:
great article!
2 years ago
roryunraveled says:
I so appreciate being included with all of these very talented artists. Thank you for such an informative and beautifully written article!
2 years ago
ItsBella says:
who knew quilts could be so un-old ladyish?
2 years ago
simpledream2 says:
Great article on quilts. So glad so see that more people are appreciating their beauty. I particularly enjoyed how you broke down the pricing with yardage/cost of materials/cost of labor. If more people quilted they would see that each and every quilt is a piece of art that will be around for a long time and very much loved.
2 years ago
DemarestProductions says:
Wonderful article! Thanks for highlighting why quilts are so special.
2 years ago
skobbermann says:
Beautiful selection! I am so glad to see "old-fashioned" crafts brought into the current era!
2 years ago
kadlubik says:
so much color....
2 years ago
sharonclancydesigns says:
Truly amazing works of art!
2 years ago
AnnTig says:
Soooooo Colorful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2 years ago
sakizome says:
Quilts are pure magic. I make mine by hand ( piecing, applique and quilting) and try to work on my current project every day. Such a joy.
2 years ago
StudioCybele says:
LOVE THEM!!!!!
2 years ago
ForQuiltsSake says:
Great information here!
2 years ago
bcheri says:
A well-written and beautifully illustrated article - thank you!!
2 years ago
ForQuiltsSake says:
Great article...very informative!
2 years ago
JesseMosher says:
great colors ,interesting subject - thank you .
2 years ago
littleseeta says:
ooh i love quilts! such beautiful colors and patterns =)
2 years ago
PeekoApparel says:
Oh my gosh! this is a fantastic skill to showcase! Its such a beautiful craft that embodies many facets of ideologies of warmth, comfort and family! Great content featured! xo
2 years ago
wensaccessories says:
Great works
2 years ago
FEELWHATIFELT says:
Beautiful pics!I would like so much to be a quilter!!! maybe in the future ;)
2 years ago
oabby81 says:
I bought the mini hexagon quilt! After all its publicity, how was it still available?? After seeing this blog I HAD to have it. Now its in the mail on its way :) So excited, thanks for this article so I could fine that amazing quilt.
2 years ago
oabby81 says:
I bought the mini hexagon quilt! After all its publicity, how was it still available?? After seeing this blog I HAD to have it. Now its in the mail on its way :) So excited, thanks for this article so I could fine that amazing quilt.
2 years ago
Clutterbags says:
Beautiful quilts!! Love the article.
2 years ago
jodieflowers says:
I love all the quilts in here! One day I will make one too!
2 years ago
JanesGemCreations says:
Quilts are fantastic. Thank you so much for this artical.
2 years ago
vintagemaison says:
So wonderful, and full of charm and skill. I'm envious.
2 years ago
IdleFarrago says:
A great article, thanks. For anyone in the UK, there's a wonderful exhibition of quilts on at the Victoria & Albert Museum - or you can see some and read all about it at www.vam.ac.uk Something to inspire, perhaps!
2 years ago
DeAnneDeSigns says:
Great article! Those are amazing pieces of art!
2 years ago
Quilties says:
Great article and wonderful contributions by so many quilters. Love to see our art celebrated so well this month!
2 years ago
DesignByLauren says:
Great article! I only hope to quilt something as beautiful as these artists have someday. I'm so fascinated with quilts I blogged about this article today http://lifeanddesignbylauren.blogspot.com
2 years ago
SilverWishes says:
Beautiful article, thank you for sharing it! Makes me want to dig back into my fabric stashes and quilt again. Need more of me! :)
2 years ago
AsianArtAndQuilts says:
It's nice to see quilting featured. There are so many different forms that come under the main heading of quilting. That fact was nicely brought out here. Great information of the process and time involved in this art form. I love the inclusion of some examples of "alternative" quilting ie art quilts like bbusbyarts's Urchin II quilt, a brilliant quilt artist. Thanks for a great article.
2 years ago
THINGMAJIG says:
They are all awesome, but I am really fascinated by the purple and pink mini. For me, quilts are definitely all about memories of Grandma. She made many patchwork quilts, with old blankets for batting. I even have one made by my Great Grandmother. Wonderful memories in each quilt, old or new.
2 years ago
OceanPatch says:
What a talented bunch of etsians who created these beautiful quilts! I love Mr. Bones!
2 years ago
CheersToJuly says:
These look incredible! I've been looking to have a custom quilt made, any recommendations?
2 years ago
magpieknits says:
This is a great article. It really explains what goes into making a quilt. Very well written. It is a very good overview for anyone wanting to purchase a quilt. Thanks for sharing such good information.
2 years ago
SEWFUNQUILTS says:
Great article; very well written, "covers" the whole thing. Wonderful to get some recognition for our quilting community on ETSY. Thanks sew much.
2 years ago
artl8dy says:
and if you ever get a chance to go to a Quilt Show, you won't believe your eyes. There's one in Houston every October and it's one of the biggest events in the city at the time. The convention center is maxed out with the most amazing works. The saying goes, "it's not your grandmother's quilt", and it's so true. They have them in Chicago and other cities too.
2 years ago
DownHomeDesigns says:
Tiffany, what a fantastic job you've done with this article! An eye opener for those who don't know much about what goes into the making of a quilt. You've covered it all...very interesting and full of valuable informaton. Love it! (I'm leaving a link on our FB wall.)
2 years ago
FabricFascination says:
Wonderful celebration of quilts and quilting!
2 years ago
dollybirdboutique says:
I love collecting quilts, they are such a nice thing to have in your home x
2 years ago
Arizonabell says:
Those are some very technical patterns. Very nice quilts, you can tell you truly love quilting. http://quiltsandcoverlets.org/
1 year ago
toshima19 says:
We are showcasing the best of the best antique and vintage quilts , many that are extremely rare. We will have delicate french laces including Normandy and Point de Gaze, fine Italian and French linens, whimsical feedsack pieces from the depression era and so many things that will make your house a home. http://www.vintageblessings.com/prestashop/
1 year ago