There are several reasons why thread breaks. Is your thread old? If so, replace your thread. Good quality thread is so important. I use Mettler in my sewing machine and I use OMNI made by Superior. You can test your thread strength by wrapping the thread around a couple fingers and pull. You shouldn’t be […]
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Is There A National Quilt Day For 2021?
National Quilt Day is three months away. In 2021 it will be observed Saturday, March 20, 2021. National Quilting Association began in 1991. Over time ‘National Quilting Day’ has unofficially expanded to the whole month of March. National Quilting Day/Month of is now recognized world wide as a time to celebrate the history of quilting. […]
Want A Heavy Weight Warm Quilt With High Loft?
Try using the Hobbs Tuscany Supreme Batting. It truly is the ultimate quilt batting. Quilts with cotton batting are heavier weight and have lower loft; where as, the Wool batting has a lighter weight and a higher loft. The Hobbs Tuscany Supreme Batting gives you weight, warms with high loft. About Lady VanWinkle’s Are you […]
Can Someone Just Bind My Quilt For Me?
So, you love to quilt but you don’t like the binding process? That’s great. We would love to bind your quilt for you. One way to add value to you quilt is to use an heirloom binding stitch. Lady VanWinkle’s provides a beautiful finished binding and she is ready to help you finish your quilt. […]
Why Do Quilts Cost So Much?
Quilts cost a lot because quilts cost a lot to make. Good cotton materials will cost on average $12.00 per yard. A queen size quilt, depending on the style of quilt and the amount of seams in the quilt it will require 18 to 20 yards of materials for the top (piece work), backing and […]
Does Quilting Relieve Stress?
I believe quilting or other creative tasks help relieve stress. I’m speaking from personal experience. I know when I’m stressed or anxious I go down to my studio and start quilting. The creative process distracts me from feelings of stress and anxiety. Quilting also gives me a sense of purpose. When we create, we invoke our […]
Is Quilting An Expensive Hobby?
Yes, quilting can be expensive. Mainly because the materials are expensive. Good cotton materials will cost $6.00 to $11.00 per yard and Batik and Grunge material will cost up to $13.00 per yard. A quilt 76″ X 86″ will require approximately 5 yards of fabric for the top and 5 yards of fabric for the backing. […]
Want to Learn How To Quilt?
Want to learn how to quilt? There are a couple great ways to learn how. Visit your local craft store, if they don’t have classes, they can probably point you in the right direction. Another great way to learn to quilt is to Youtube, ‘Beginning Quilting’. In the current state of Covid-19, this is a […]
Who Are The Quilters?
They are women dedicated to the craft of quilting. The average age of the quilters is 63 years old. These are educated women and typically have an annual household income of approximately $95,000. These women have been quilting for approximately 18 years and spend on average $4,000. per year on materials and supplies. Many of […]
What Is The Largest Quilt Made In The US?
The largest quilt made is the United States is the ‘AIDS Memorial Quilt’. Conceived in 1985 at a candlelight march by Cleve Jones, an LGBT activist in memory of Harvey Milk and George Moscone. Cleve Jones, was an LGBT activist and he created the first panel in June 1987. The Quilt was displayed at the National Mall […]