Noun

Singular quilt

Plural quilts

quilt (plural quilts)

  1. A bed covering consisting of two layers of fabric stitched together, with insulation between, often having a decorative design.

Derived terms

Verb

Infinitive to quilt

Third person singular quilts

Simple past quilted

Past participle quilted

Present participle quilting

to quilt (third-person singular simple present quilts, present participle quilting, simple past and past participle quilted)

  1. To construct a quilt.
  2. To construct something, such as clothing, using the same technique.

Derived terms

From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License.
Tue Feb 23 13:21:25 2010

A quilt is a type of bedding composed several layers generally combined using the technique of quilting. Many are made with decorative designs, and some of these are not used as bed covering at all, but are rather made to be hung on a wall or otherwise displayed.

In addition to quilting the quilt layers can be combined by tying. Tying refers to the technique of using thread, yarn or ribbon to pass through all three layers of the quilt at regular intervals. These "ties" hold the layers together during use and especially when the quilt is washed. This method is easier and more forgiving if the quilt is made by hand. Tied quilts are called, depending on the regional area, "lap", "comfort" or "comforter", among other names.

In British English, duvet may be used instead of quilt, wadding is another way of saying batting, and calico refers to muslin, rather than to a fabric with a printed pattern on it.

Uses of quilts

Little Amsterdam.
  • Bedding
  • Decoration
  • Armoury (see Gambeson)
  • Commemoration (e.g., the "Twentieth Century Women of Faith" quilt on the Patchwork page)
  • Education (e.g., a "Science" quilt)
  • Campaigning
  • Documenting events / social history etc.
  • Artistic expression
  • Traditional gift

Types and traditions

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Tue Feb 16 15:11:27 2010

How did they make the photo quilt in the movie Stepmom?
Q. Specifically, what is the best printable fabric/ink solution. Is there somewhere I can send/email the photos and get them printed on fabric? I'd like to use the quilt everyday. Thank you!
Asked by Tracie - Tue Mar 27 15:44:23 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There are essentially two ways - print the photos on iron on transfer paper, then iron them onto the fabric, or print the photos directly onto special fabric that has been treated to go through an inkjet printer. Neither method is cheap, especially if you're doing a lot of photos. Iron on photos will wear and fade much faster, so I don't recommend it for quilts. For the special fabric, you can either buy pre-treated, pre-cut fabric sheets that have a paper backing, or you can make your own fabric sheets. If you buy the pre-treated, read the instructions carefully. Some are not washable, and some need to be heat set before they can be washed. You can get these sheets at most fabric and craft stores. See the link below for several options.… [cont.]
Answered by swbiblio - Wed Mar 28 08:21:56 2007

What do you call the quilt with little girls in dresses or little boys fishing on it?
Q. I have a quilt with little boys carrying poles on it and my sister has one with girls in dresses. I've seen lots of these around and I want to make one. Does any one know a name for these quilts, or how to make them?
Asked by Susan J - Sat Apr 5 16:34:36 2008 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Sunbonnet Sue is the girl. I've heard the boy as Overall Bill and Overall Sam. The idea of the children is that by changing the posing of the clothing and with no face, you can change the activity of the girl or boy. I've seen them posed for running (arms up, feet in a running position), bending down, looking up, you name it! The children are always darling. Here are some links with patterns and explanations: a small cult of quilters have found great delight in these sunbonnet blocks, about a bad girl: Happy quilting!
Answered by Yah00_goddess - Sat Apr 5 16:58:38 2008

Is it safe to hand wash a hand stitched quilt with regular detergent?
Q. My grandmother stitched a quilt for me and I was wanting to wash it. If I hand wash it with regular detergent, is that safe?
Asked by elphaba_of_georgia - Wed May 14 12:23:51 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It would take forever to hand-wash a quilt...and it would take you forever to get all the soap out. If I were you, I'd use Dryel or Dry Cleaners' Secret and launder it using the kit and your dryer. If not, I'd take it to a dry cleaner.
Answered by nellbelle7 - Wed May 14 13:00:46 2008

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almost one year ago And I m just getting around to thanking her now Why Because I took it out of the closet on Sunday and put it on our bed for the spring summer Isn t it amazing marlene s Amazing Technicolor DreamQuilt Thank you Marlene I love this quilt

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Rachel from p.s. i . quilt. , the hostess for this . quilt. along, shared a picture of the inspiration . quilt. , which had tiny little pinwheels in the sashing. She isn't doing that for this . quilt. , but I opted to start making them from the scraps ...

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  • Michelle Verbeeck Fiber ArtistMichelle Verbeeck Fiber Artist
    michelleverbeeck.com
    Distinctive works of quilted art.
  • SCS DesignsSCS Designs
    sonjashogren.com
    Offers a variety of miniature block art quilts.
  • Quilts by MarshaQuilts by Marsha
    quiltsbymarsha.com
    Custom patchwork quilts, high chair liners and Christmas tree skirts, and accessories.
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