Archive for March, 2009

How do I keep my frayed-edge quilt from shedding?

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009

Mo-Mo asked: I recently made a quilt. Each block was made into a "quilt sandwich", in other words, each quilt was made up of a square of fabric, a square of batting, and a square of backing fabric. I would sew each individual "quilt sandwich" together, then I ...

What do you call the quilt with little girls in dresses or little boys fishing on it?

Monday, March 16th, 2009

Susan J asked: I have a quilt with little boys carrying poles on it and my sister has one with girls in dresses. I've seen lots of these around and I want to make one. Does any one know a name for these quilts, or how to make ...

Where can I find unusual quilt box patterns?

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

Char asked: My mother-in-law wants to make a quilt made up of quilt boxes picturing guns for an avid collector. The boxes can be any size, 4"x4", 5"x5", whatever. Or, does anyone know where fabric with guns on it can be purchased? Thanks!Michael

How do you get a coke spill out of a quilt w/o washing?

Monday, March 9th, 2009

s b asked: My mom accidentally spilled coke on a quilt she was working on. How can she get it out without washing the quilt?Warren

How can i wash my Wool quilt for my bed at home if it states Dryclean only?

Sunday, March 8th, 2009

amani asked: I bought a wool quilt and didnt realise it states Dryclean only, It will cost me alot of money if i drycleaned it every couple of months so is there a way to wash it at home without damaging it or shrinking it??? Please Help...... Thanks In Advance...Christopher

Need someone to make a quilt. Where do I start?

Friday, March 6th, 2009

astroc asked: I have souvenir t-shirts that I no longer want to wear or keep stored away. I thought that using them in a quilt would keep my memories in full view every day as well as serve a functional purpose. I have found shops & web-sites offering ...