A Scrappy History to Become a Quilt Artist When I was six, Aunt Nancy and Aunt Helen taught me various hand-stitching skills. Whenever our families got together for holidays, vacations, or birthdays, they each had something new...
Piecing together a Presentation on Quilt Repair
On Sunday, March 24, 2024, I presented at the St. Louis Modern Quilt Guild’s biennial quilt show. How did this happen for a self-taught, left-handed, highly introverted quilter? Simple answer: I was asked! The long...
History of Quilting
A brief history of quilting Quilting has a rich and diverse history that spans centuries and cultures, with origins dating back to ancient times. Here's a brief overview of the history of quilting: Early Origins: Quilting likely originated in ancient Egypt,...
Glossary of Quilt Terms
We hope this glossary of quilt terms helps you understand the specialized language or terms of this ancient, global art form and handicraft. Quilt: A bed covering comprising three layers: the quilt top, batting (middle layer), and backing, all stitched together. Quilt...
