The purpose of quilting is to anchor the three layers of the sandwich together so that the batting doesn't shift. After that, it becomes personal preference. The quilting can become an art form in itself going beyond function or an enhancement of the piecing or applique. The question of this topic seems to ask if there is a standard to go by. There might be, probably is, a standard for show or competition quilts. In my opinion, with quilts for function and enjoyment, after the basic purpose of quilting is met, whatever the quilter likes is okay. If someone wants to be critical, well, it just shows that our tastes are all different. I think we just need to quilt in away that is pleasing to ourselves.
Last edited by Genden; 06-08-2016 at 10:43 AM.