Broderie perse is a style of quilting that was very popular in the United States between 1775 and 1840. It is a form of fabric quilting versus quilting by pattern design, in that the design... Read more

With the announcement of a happy couple’s engagement to marry comes the collecting of the bride’s trousseau. In many families, it is a tradition that one of the first items to be... Read more

“Imprisoned at Iolani Palace … We began the quilt here.” Somber words to grace something as festive as a crazy quilt but they nevertheless adorn the most famous and revered... Read more

One very important aspect of designing and making a quilt is to determine which quilt fabric will be used. Since most quilts incorporate many colors and patterns of fabric into the design, i... Read more

A patchwork quilt often tells a story. In fact, the development of patchwork quilts is thought to be a story in and of itself. Many historians say the first patchwork quilt was made from scr... Read more

Almost anything goes when choosing quilt fabrics but it is important to make sure all fabrics used will work together pleasingly and complement each other. Throughout time, the fabrics used... Read more

We’re all familiar with the acronym, KISS, which tells us to Keep It Simple, Sweetheart, or some variation of that same theme. Confronting the idea of making a quilt may seem like a ve... Read more

It’s almost impossible to consider spending a cold, wintry night without a cozy quilt near by but not every quilt is made with comfort from the cold in mind. Many quilts are made to be... Read more

Perhaps the most fun part of quilt making is developing pleasing quilt designs. There are many printed or printable quilt patterns designed by seasoned quilt makers but many quilters enjoy d... Read more

If the prospect of designing, selecting the fabrics for, and constructing a quilt from scratch is such an intimidating idea that no quilts are getting made, in spite of the desire to do so,... Read more