Patchwork is the art of hand or machine stitching strips, circles, blocks and many other shapes together to form a top for a quilt. This stitchery becomes a quilt when three layers come together.
The first layer is the hand or machine sewn piece usually called your completed patchwork
The second layer is wadding which gives a quilt its warmth. In years past this would have been old blankets o rags. We now have bamboo, wool, cotton and polyester waddings available.
The third and last layer is called the backing - many stores have sheeting fabric available in many sizes to compliment the top.
Many Quilt or Patchwork stores can link you to a Quilting machine operator who will stitch all layers together in a quilt machine. You may prefer to hand sew your quilt together using stitches suited to the quilt or stitcher. Some of us use quilt as you go techiques as well.
The very last stage of making a quilt is the binding, usually made from materials used in either the top or backing.
Don't forget to add a label - either hand or machine stitched. Write a little story of why the quilt was made and who it was for e.g. Sophie and Deans wedding, the year made and a personal touch - your signature or hand stitchery or emblem.
Your Quilt is ready to be enjoyed, by yourself or a special someone. Many quilts are made for Charitable reasons.
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