I started quilting in 1998. My first quilts were art quilts, as much paintings as quilts. And, most definitely, made for the wall. I decided I wanted to make a quilt that was utilitarian. My brother had just graduated from college and was moving to North Dakota for graduate school. I decided that he was the perfect candidate for my first quilt. I wanted something simple and warm. A friend suggested that I use two layers of double loft batting, so that it was more like a comforter. (It was quilted by a longarm quilter, too.)
My brother has used this on his bed ever since. Recently, there were a few holes and the binding was completely coming off. So, I started repairing it. Let me tell you, this quilt is so different than how I quilt now. (Two layers of double loft batting?) I guess I would use the same colors again, but that's about it. It is really heavy. I talked to my brother about it, and he says that's why he likes it, it's warm.
Ranger approves of the quilt.
JoAnn's has kona cotton solids 50% off. I stocked up today. I love the plumish color on the bottom.
3 comments:
Angie,
It's beautiful. I am sure your brother will treasure it for a long time. I had to laugh because I noticed the "Underwear do's and Don'ts " book holding the corner down. Funny. Have you ever used cotton batting? I know the old quilts are made with them and I like how they lay. Todd has always used polyester batting and I don't like it as much to cover with. Kimberly
I love his quilt. Can't imagine how puffy it is though. But considering that I grew up in North Dakota.. I bet it was exactly what he needed to stay warm.
Actually Kimberly, I always use cotton batting now. I don't like the polyester at ALL now. I don't think I even knew about cotton then? I was truly self taught. I think I read one book that didn't go into much detail. I forgot that you'd told me that Todd quilts.
And Heidi, he now lives in Wyoming, so he's still cold! It isn't even puffy so much as super heavy.
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