A Craft Born of Frugality—Quilting and Patchwork The Start Of Quilting Quilting was carried to Europe in the Middle Ages by the Crusaders, who returned with quilting from the Middle East with padded linings for their armor—sandwiches of two layers … Read More
A Selection of the Best Patchwork Books Available The Practical Guide to Patchwork: New Basics for the Modern Quiltmaker Discover the wonderful world of quilting or brush-up your technique with this practical guide to the basics. Try a fresh, relaxed … Read More
Crafting Applique, Patchwork and Quilting Story by Penny Swift Applique is a decorative craft that involves cutting out different fabrics and then sewing them onto another piece of fabric to create a design. The word appliqué comes from the French … Read More