Claras Cottage Patchwork Quilt Bedding Set

Claras Cottage Patchwork Quilt Bedding Set

Classic blue and pink patchwork palette Clara's Rose quilt is lush with cabbage roses of blush and pink and turns back to a solid color green.The twin set comes with a twin quilt measuring 66'' x 86'' and a standard matching sham measuring 21'' x 27''. The Full/Queen quilt measures 90'' x 92'' and comes with two standard shams.Accent pillows matching dust ruffle and euro shams in cottage stripes are also available below.

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Sugar Flower Quilt Set

Sugar Flower Quilt Set

Sugar Flower quilts and pillow shams are a fun and bright addition to any room. The face of the quilt is a garden of pink and orange flowers with embroidered blossom edges that are connected with a soft green embroidered vine vine. Bold pink bands with stitched accent stripes separate each floral band for a striking bed. The quilt is hand crafted with embroidered highlights. Twin quilt set measures 68x86 inches and comes with one standard sham measuring 20x26 inches.Full/queen quilt set measures 86x86 inches and comes with two standard shams measuring 20x26 inchesFull/queen quilt set measures 86x86 inches and comes with two standard shams measuring 20x26 inchesTwin quilt set measures 68x86 inches and comes with one standard sham measuring 20x26 inches.Full/queen quilt set measures 86x86 inches and comes with two standard shams measuring 20x26 inches

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String Theory King Quilt in Red by Denyse Schmidt

String Theory King Quilt in Red by Denyse Schmidt

The art of quilting gone cozy! The String Theory quilt designs by Denyse Schmidt display a medley of fabrics with reversible back. Pair with matching Euro Shams and standard/king shams. Available here in standard king size. Also sold in twin and full/queen sizes. KING SIZE: 108" x 94" (price includes quilt only) **Add any of the following shams and accent pillows. A standard sham(s) (shown with matching pattern) for $63 ea. size 20"x26" A king sham(s) (shown with matching pattern) for $74 ea. size 20" x 36" A euro sham(s) (shown) for $74 ea. size 26" x 26" A quilted accent pillow (shown last image) size 16" x 16" All pillows are sold separately at check out and/or visit our Accent Pillows and Shams section in Bedding 100 % cotton each quilt has been expertly hand-crafted by Sarita Handa Exports, a woman-owned company and one of the leading manufacturers in India today. Two quilts in one! As if the fronts of these quilts weren't fabulous enough, Denyse has designed most of the quilts to feature a beautifully modern patchwork reverse. Turned back, it creates a compelling contrast accent. Flip it over you've got yourself another quilt. More about modern quilt designer Denyse Schmidt

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Quilts Covers Tips for the Young’uns

The Ideal Sports Quilt Bedding For Boys
By Zafer Aktas

It does not matter what sports your children admire like basketball, soccer, football or baseball, because quilted sports bedding completes and enhances most bedroom decoration. All the sports which little your athletes loves can play right into his own bedroom. Some of main features and the desired characteristics of quilts include the following.

Primarily, pre - washed quilts make sure that you get that soft comfortable feeling immediately out of the bag. It also provides the desired worn look which boys desire. Furthermore, the quilts should be made of 100 percent cotton face cloth with 100 per cent cotton fiber fill for durability and heirloom quality. So all quality quilts should feature cotton patchwork face cloths with 100% hypoallergenic fiber fill. The cotton material allows the bedding to be machine washable for repeated use.

All Sports bed quilts should come with a mini set configuration where each quilt set includes a quilt cover and matching pillow shams. The quilt covers are in either full / queen sizes or twin sizes. Full / queen sizes include two standard size pillow shams and twin quilts include only one standard size pillow shams. Some of the optional accessories available with quilts sets include window valances, sheet sets, dust ruffles (bed skirts) and drapes which match and coordinate with the quilt to complete the bedroom layout.

Quilts are also a great bedroom coordinate because they can go with so many sports themes, patterns and color combinations. Color combinations like deep navy blue, burgundy or beige colors and an accent plaid make quilt bedding an easy match for any pallet.

Zafer Aktas retailer and writer of Luxury Bed in a Bag, boys sports bedding and sports bedding for kids.

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King Quilts Recommended Article: Quilt Block Origins

The Origin of Quilt Block Names
By Penny Halgren

Have you ever wondered how quilt blocks are named?

As you look through a book with hundreds of quilt blocks, several interesting things pop up. You will probably discover quilt blocks with a different design while having the same name. Likewise, you will find quilt blocks that look the same yet have different names.

How did this happen? And what is the inspiration for naming quilt blocks in the first place?

A look at history and understanding life in the early years of America are particularly useful to answer these questions.

Since early Americans were driven from England to gain religious freedom, they continued to be very religiously minded in the New World.

All day Sunday was spent at church for both religion and social time. The morning and afternoon sermons were divided by an hour-long lunch break where families would share the events of the week while enjoying the peaceful meal.

Many quilts and quilt blocks reflected that religious devotion.

"World Without End," a quilt made during the Revolutionary time period, is a name lifted from the Book of Common Prayer. It was, and still is, a phrase familiar in every church, regardless of creed.

It's also interesting to see the range in complexity of making quilt blocks and quilts. The "Star of Bethlehem," "Jacobs Ladder" and "Job's Tears" represent quilts and blocks and were more studied designs. While the "Star and Cross" and "King David's Crown" were simpler and very popular for bed quilts.

In addition, early Americans were also very politically minded. Even though women couldn't vote, they were acutely aware of the importance of the politics of the day.

While originally the political efforts were directed toward economic freedom and relief from onerous taxes, later the politics shifted toward political freedom as well. After a century of local government, Americans were politically astute, and were dedicated to developing the machinery of a republic that would survive.

And the political conversations extended into the quilt blocks created during that time, enabling quilters to express opinions developed as they listened to the arguments of the day.

Even naming a quilt block stirred controversy. A block named "Whig Rose" and "Democrat Rose" created a debate as to which was the correct name - a debate not settled, maybe even today.

Politics and quilts continue to intertwine with "The Little Giant" being named after Stephen A. Douglas (from the Civil War era), the "Free Trade Block" (which has relevance today), "Fifty-four Forty or Fight" (from the early 1800s fight between the US and Canada over territory in the northwest territory) and "Tippecanoe and Tyler Too" (a campaign slogan during the Harrison presidential election in 1840).

The trades and occupations of the time also offered inspiration for quilt names. "The Anvil," "The Carpenter's Wheel," "The Churn Dash," and "The Water Mill" all came from women's familiarity with old-time callings.

"The Reel" was a block that represented the once universal occupation of women - spinning. The Reel was used to wind thread onto skeins.

Outdoor life provided more inspiration for quilt block names. Take, for example, "Flying Bats." Bats were once very common, and without screens in open windows, bats would be attracted to the light inside houses. Once inside, blinded by the light of the lamps, the bats flapped and banged against walls and the ceiling while women ducked and screamed while small boys made a game of chasing them.

Since the sun, candles and oil lamps were the only source of light, the pioneers relied on the natural light of day for most of their activities. Industrious folk rose early and were able to witness the glory of every sunrise. It wasn't too unusual that "Rising Sun" quilts would be created.

There are two different methods of making this intricate pattern, both reserved for expert quilt makers.

In sharp contrast, quilt blocks representing the setting sun are much simpler. A Block like "Setting Sun," also known as "Indian Summer" took some skill, since it includes triangles on a curve, yet was not as complex as the Rising Sun.

Maybe the contrast represented the difference in the level of energy of a quilter between the early morning rising and the end of the day, having completed a full day's work.

Many designs were specific to their community of origin. And as they migrated away from the community, their form changed. Since there were no printed patterns at the time, duplication of the design depended on copying the pattern by looking at an existing quilt, remembering the design having seen it previously, or understanding a verbal description of the quilt block.

Any of these methods could result in the proportions of the shapes within the block changing, therefore changing the overall look of the quilt; and a new block design with the same name was born, even though the quilter thought she was duplicating the quilt block exactly.

What will be the inspiration for the quilt block you design?

Penny Halgren

http://www.TheQuiltingCoach.com
Penny has been a quilter for more than 26 years and enjoys sharing her quilting knowledge with beginner quilters so they can avoid the mistakes she made as she was learning to quilt.

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Ivy League Pastel Quilt Bedding Set

Ivy League Pastel Quilt Bedding Set

Relaxed no fuss plaid pastel patchwork in pink yellow blue green and soft red is stitched into a mixed-overall pattern.The twin set comes with a twin quilt measuring 66'' x 86'' and a standard matching sham measuring 21'' x 27''. The Full/Queen quilt measures 90'' x 92'' and comes with two standard shams.A selection of pillows matching dust ruffle and euro shams in pink plaid are also available below.

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Quilting Business Idea: Recycle Old Quilts

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Spool Full/Queen Quilt in Blue by Denyse Schmidt

Spool Full/Queen Quilt in Blue by Denyse Schmidt

The art of quilting gone cozy! The Spool quilt design by Denyse Schmidt is a beautiful burst of geometric patterns with reversible back. Pair with matching Euro Shams and standard/king shams. Available here in standard full/queensize. Also sold in twin and king sizes. FULL/QUEEN SIZE: 86" x 94" (price includes quilt only) **Add any of the following shams and accent pillows. A standard sham(s) (shown with matching pattern) for $63 ea. size 20"x26" A king sham(s) (shown with matching pattern) for $74 ea. size 20" x 36" A euro sham(s) (shown) for $74 ea. size 26" x 26" A quilted accent pillow (shown last image) size 16" x 16" All pillows are sold separately at check out and/or visit our Accent Pillows and Shams section in Bedding 100 % cotton each quilt has been expertly hand-crafted by Sarita Handa Exports, a woman-owned company and one of the leading manufacturers in India today. Two quilts in one! As if the fronts of these quilts weren't fabulous enough, Denyse has designed most of the quilts to feature a beautifully modern patchwork reverse. Turned back, it creates a compelling contrast accent. Flip it over you've got yourself another quilt. More about modern quilt designer Denyse Schmidt

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Rikki Quilt Bedding Set

Rikki Quilt Bedding Set

Happy rickrack and ribbon art embroidery make for a merry quilt of diminutive flowers on a green background accented with hot pink.The twin set comes with a twin quilt measuring 66'' x 86'' and a standard matching sham measuring 21'' x 27''. The Full/Queen quilt measures 90'' x 92'' and comes with two standard shams.A selection of pillows matching dust ruffle and euro shams in pink and green stripes are also available below.

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Spirit Quilts’ Project K 2008 - “Hearts for Heartland”

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