So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Friday, January 17, 2014

Things Worth Learning About Quilts

By Marissa Velazquez


Quilts are versions of blankets, which are made up of triple layers of fabric. The 3 layers are held in place through quilting method. The process of joining the triple layers of fabric through sewing or ties is what is called quilting. The layers consist of middle layers of wadding, woven backs, and woven cloth tops. The layer of batting is lighter and functions as an insulator.

The uppermost coat is decorated and might at times be a single piece of textile or numerous pieces of cloth sewn together. Quilts could be made of calico, wool, muslin, pure cotton, and silk. The named materials are employed in making lightweight quilts. Although of poor quality, Muslin fabrics were more common in previous several years especially during the middle.

Various quilt designs have different applications like commemorating specific life functions like graduations, marriages, child birth, and special days. Individuals are uninformed of the idea that present day quilts are designed for use as tablecloths, wall hangings, or table runners but not as bedcovers. The various methods of quilting have been integrated into present cloth designs. Quilt competitions and/or exhibitions are held internationally, regionally, and locally.

Quilting tradition was enhanced by the necessity to create temperate bedding for kids. They were initially made from small pieces of fabrics sewn together to form bigger blankets. Quilting was a communal job involving women and girls. A quilting frame was applied to stretch the stitched layers and uphold uniform tension to create quality stitches.

Quillow are brands of quilts which have pouches into which coverlets are folded, therefore creating pillows. They might be employed as cushions whereas folded and utilized as blankets when they are unfolded. Rilli or ralli quilts are quite common within the Middle East especially in India and Pakistan. They are constructed by hand and are utilized as blankets, storage bags, floor covers, padding, or bedspreads. They are combinations of embroidery, patchwork, and applique.

The common colors of rallis include black, yellow, orange, purple, white, blue, and green. The patterning patchwork of rally is its main distinguishing feature. The blocks as placed diagonally and include a wide range of embellishments such as tassels, embroidery, and shells. The patchwork is made from pieces of fabric that are shaped into various shapes like triangles and squares.

There are many block designs like double wedding ring, nine patch, cathedral windows, and log cabin. Log cabin quilt includes design blocks made of pieces of cloth surrounding a small central square. One part of the square is composed of lighter pieces whereas the other is made up dark pieces. Contrasting effects consisting of dark and light stripes of textile are formed through various layouts about the square.

Various versions of quilts are put on show in various exhibition centers throughout the globe. They are offered on local and worldwide markets at varying costs. The internet is quite resourceful when looking for particular styles that are appropriate for the event at hand. Designs from various nations like China, UK, Middle East, USA, and Japan are can be sourced from the internet. This gives clients a wider variety to pick from.




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