Archive for the ‘quilts’ Category

What was the role of quilts during the civil war?

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011

AvaCado[: asked: What do quilts have to do with the civil war? Please help me. I've been trying to research this topic for the past hour and i can't find a good answer anywhere.Harman Pellet Stoves

how to mitre corners on hand made quilts?

Monday, June 20th, 2011

Benniebj asked: What am I doing wrong? I'm making some quilted checkbook covers and I need to know how to turn the corners with the bias tape to where they are square. Can anyone tell me what I'm doing wrong? They come out round and I need them square.Breckwell Pellet ...

at what point do women start knitting socks, making quilts, and going to bingo night?

Friday, June 17th, 2011

Xandria asked: when do we make that transition? and why do we stop doing fun stuff, instead of the above mentioned?Closet Storage Systems

Why do people put Quilts or covers over a livingroom couch?

Wednesday, June 15th, 2011

Cuddly Lez asked: Like on the backrest part of the couch. and usually on the middle backrest cushionOutdoor Bamboo Fountain

What’s a good place/website to find quilts/bedspreads?

Friday, June 3rd, 2011

Hannah asked: Specifically, I'm looking for kind of a bohemian/paisley sort of vibe. No patchwork, and I'd prefer there to be red in it. Any ideas or suggestions?Krylon Spray Paint

What do you do with old comforters and quilts?

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011

Robert C asked: Do you just throw them out?Trane Gas Furnace

Colors for baby quilts for boy or girl?

Sunday, May 22nd, 2011

DLS asked: I give baby quilts often as gifts. Due to the amount of time it takes to make one, what are some good color combinations that would work well for boy or girl?Wood Pellet Stoves

Never used “cotton batting” for quilts, is there anything i should watch for when buying and using?

Sunday, May 22nd, 2011

suzieq asked: have always used "polyester" batting. is cotton easily found, is it hard to sew with on the machine, is it very heavy, how expensive is it?Residential Hot Water Heater

High quality shabby chic quilts where to find them?

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

Chaz asked: I have found that anytime you buy a new quilt that has individual patches, they will not hold up well. Even if you pay well for it....it is a crap-shoot. It is a shame really. So I have given up on those. So who has the good ones ...

Wall mounted drying rack for quilts or baskets?

Saturday, May 7th, 2011

spunkykid578 asked: I am looking for a wall mounted drying rack to hold baskets. I did not know if anyone knew of anyplace where I could purchase one. It does not need to be an antique.Closet Storage Systems