Archive for October, 2008

How to - attach a large quilt to (textured) wall?

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

NeedToKnow asked: A heirloom quilt - passed down generation to generation. We'd like to display it as a wall hanging. The best way to do so, without gouging quilt or walls (w/large holes, etc.) ? ?Louise

What is the difference between a duvet, quilt, and a comforter?

Monday, October 27th, 2008

Ryan asked: I bought a duck feather "quilt" today, but what's the difference between that and a duvet....the "duvet" was just as fluffy. And is duck feather a good choice?Elmer

How do you quilt? I know to lay out the layers, but how is the actual stitiching done? Is there a certain way

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008

new quilter asked: I have some embroidered squares to assemble into quilt tops, and I would like to outline the embroidered areas with a quilting stitch.Eileen

What is the best way to launder a vintage hand-stitched quilt top?

Monday, October 13th, 2008

FarmWife asked: I bought an old quilt top today, and before I work with it, it will need to be cleaned. It has one small hole in one of the squares, and I've counted two small seams that will need to be re-enforced, but otherwise it seems to be intact. ...

What is the best material for quilt covers?

Friday, October 10th, 2008

'Delilah' asked: I recently purchased a quilt, and I'm unsure about whether to get a cotton or satin quilt cover. I want something comfortable and smooth, that hopefully doesn't get too hot during summer. Any suggestions?Josephine