Quilting - Purpose?

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02-05-2011, 08:05 PM

#211

Lucy90

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Mine are made for everyday use. I also display quilts around the house. It is relaxing (most of the time) and it is a good feeling of accomplishment.

02-05-2011, 08:09 PM

#212

brushandthimble

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yep, for all those reasons.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Borntohandquilt

A question out of curiosity: what is your main purpose when you make a quilt? Is it meant for daily use? For quilt shows? For decoration in your house? Or just because it's fun?

02-05-2011, 08:15 PM

#213

HeatherS

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They're made for everyday use by the family and the reason for doing it is simple. I love to sew.

02-05-2011, 08:19 PM

#214

Treasureit

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Katiequiltsalot

Because when I'm quilting I am in the zone,I am relaxed,mind body and soul.As for the quilts I make ,I usually give them to family and friends.

What she said

02-05-2011, 08:19 PM

#215

Debbie V

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For all the reasons. Did enter one in the county fair...stitching was "suburb" but the binding was "too large for the size of the quilt". It was all hand done and took second place because of the binding. Now my grandson has to have it on his bed when he sleeps at G'ma. That's "blue ribbon" enough for me. Most are give away to BE USED.

02-05-2011, 08:21 PM

#216

laalaaquilter

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A thing of beauty is a joy forever...joy is good.

02-05-2011, 08:27 PM

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Pat G

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Hinterland

Fun and relaxation, mostly. Anything else is an added benefit.

Janet

I'm completely with you. It's been my therapy as well as recreation.

02-05-2011, 08:47 PM

#218

jojosnana

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I do it for fun, the creative outlet, making things for loved ones who don't care if it has a boo boo in it, and to share time with my DGD.......

02-05-2011, 09:12 PM

#219

Rose_P

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For me it's a creative outlet. Being able to make someone happy with a quilt is a big plus.

02-05-2011, 09:51 PM

#220

seasaw2mch

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I do quilting like I do all things, because I want something to do and I want them to be used. Isn't that the purpose of them? As far as shows well never thought about doing one for that reason even though some say I should. I don't want the pressure because that takes the fun out of it. Yes I try to make "perfect " seams and try to do "perfect" blocks but when it comes right down to it, they aren't but they are good enough.

I'm happy and usually the person receiving the quilt is happy, end results, everyone get a little enjoyment out of my work.