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Georgian Quilt
The art of quilt making has been a favorite American tradition that has been passed on from generations to generations. Quilt making involves sewing fabric patches onto a quilt. Quilt making is often used as bedding though some regions use it for decoration purposes, as a traditional gift or as a form to commemorate and regard history. In general terms, quilt making is bedding or a comforter used to wrap bodies during cold weather. The flexibility in making quilt makes it popular among craftspeople.
Several designs can be made on quilts and different types of fabrics may be used to create patches. There is generally no rule as to what type of fabric can be used as long as it is appropriate for the quilts use. Some quilts are used as baby wrap-ups or baby quilts thats why a more comfortable fabric such as flannel, wool or cotton should be used to suit the babys sensitive skin.
Felt is oftentimes used as a patch to design the quilt. Felt is both economical and comfortable to use. Some quilt makers are taking the advocacy of being thrifty in quilt making thus, they opt to use second hand fabrics for their patches. Second hand fabrics are better known as fabric cut-outs from used shirts, jeans, and wool or cotton sweaters. These fabric types are best used for quilt making as they are comfortable and easy to use.
Impressive and creative designs are what make a gorgeous quilt. The Cotton Patch Quilters is a non-profit organization based in Athens, Georgia that promotes public awareness on quilt making. They are dedicated to promote and preserve the art of quilt making as a great American tradition. Funds and proceeds of the Cotton Patch Quilters projects are for charitable and service institutions, they promote continuous interest on quilt making among members.
The Cotton Patch Quilt Guild is having their annual 2009 Quilt Show in Watkinsville, Georgia. If you happen to stay in Georgia, dont forget to miss this event and take part to the largest gathering of quilt makers across the country!
About the Author:
Mercie Hallow is a writer and a researcher on events in Travel and Leisure. Visiting events such as the Georgia craft fairs will open ones spirit on the beauty of the world beyond home’s borders. If youre staying in Georgia, the author suggests checking out the Georgia craft shows for entertainments to make your stay worthwhile.
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