Today’s quilter is often surprised when digging into the history of this craft to learn that it actually dates back to medieval times. While the traditional patchwork quilt is distinctively American, the actual process of quilting – the layering of fabric with padding in between – dates much further back. It’s been discovered [...]
More and more women are reviving new interest in a very old and historical craft and that is quilting. However, at the outset it all may appear a daunting task to learn how. Just as with any craft there are basic steps to take to get started. And there are plenty of helps [...]
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 [...]
Getting together was the best part of quilting for our grandmothers. Quilting bees not only allowed a quilt to be completed, but it gave the women a chance to socialize. It’s no different today with the quilting groups that are available in the area of the Missouri Ozarks. These groups offer instruction, workshops, pattern swaps [...]