Speaking Of Crafts » quilt http://www.speakingofcrafts.com Creative Art and Craft Ideas Mon, 16 May 2011 21:36:38 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 Quilt Making http://www.speakingofcrafts.com/crafts/12-quilt-making/ http://www.speakingofcrafts.com/crafts/12-quilt-making/#comments Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:11:11 +0000 Linda http://www.speakingofcrafts.com/?p=12 Quilt MakingQuilts are a labor of love. They are very time and labor intensive, and quilt making is a hard-learned skill. The end result, however, is a stunningly beautiful display. And because a quilt is so much hard work, they can serve as a meaningful and personal gift.

For graduations, milestone birthdays, weddings, or other significant events, a quilt can be the perfect, personal gesture.

Because the quilter has so much leeway within the framework, pick quilt fabric and patterns that suit the receiver. Utilize favorite colors, hobbies, or experiences as inspiration, and the recipient is sure to treasure the gift.

And even beyond that, it is the kind of item that is special enough to be passed down through a family line. If the highest quality materials are used, the care and attention of construction are sure to make the blanket last for years to come.

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