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 Quiltmaking was born of necessity originally for the purpose of using scraps and parts of worn-out clothing to make items for warmth.  The process has grown exponentially into the industry that we experience today.

DISCLAIMER:  I admit that I am a lousy consumer of this industry.  It's not that I disagree with it; and I applaud the very talented and industrious people who are the designers, owners of businesses, etc.  It's just that my quilt story is different.  

MY BACKSTORY ---   

My mother starting to work outside of the home when I first went to school.  Therefore, I spent ...

Patchwork was born out of necessity and frugality using bits and pieces of old clothing and scraps to produce an item of warmth.  There are some wonderful books that document the history of quiltmaking from the beginning to our current large industry that supports the creative aspect of the fiber arts.  One of my favorites about the history is  "The American Quilt, a History of Cloth and Comfort  1750-1950" by Roderick Kiracofe.  

My personal quilt history includes being raised by three households of women who had just emerged from the 1930's great depression and World War II, and were ...

You've heard the old adage before: "Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without". Well, that's what I'm doing, with my batting strips. I buy batting on 30 yd. rolls, the width is either 93" or 122" depending on if it's a queen or king-size roll. When I cut batting for specific quilts I am usually left with ample sized strips remaining, they're never discarded; the proof is shown in the photo

You've heard the old adage before: "Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without". Well, that's what I'm doing, with my batting strips. I buy batting on 30 yd. rolls, the width is either 93" or 122" depending on if it's a queen or king-size roll. When I cut batting for specific quilts I am usually left with ample sized strips remaining, they're never discarded; the proof is shown in the photo