Wholecloth quilters wanted. What kind if place do I live in????
#11
Super Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Chula Vista CA
Posts: 7,342
I was looking on line to see what is available and it seems they are rather rare - the on-line shops all seem to sell the same 9 quilts, only difference was the price. Will have to check out the vendor that goes to the quilt shows come September.
#12
Junior Member
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Virginia
Posts: 125
Why not design your own? Barbara Chainey's "Essential Quilter" has a section on how to. Also, Karen McTavish machine quilts some gorgeous whole cloths. Her book on "Whitework" is out of print, but you could probably find it at your local library. I read on another site that this book is quite expensive from some of the used book sellers. I happen to have it and while there are some beautiful quilts I didn't find much in the way of "how to." Of course, I'm a hand quilter and perhaps I missed something. Some years ago I bought a throw size preprinted wholecloth, but found the fabric to be extremely thin. I don't remember the brand name, but thought it was Benartex. I have at present a pattern drawn out on paper and the fabric on a shelf. I have a couple of projects to finish before I transfer it to fabric. A king size whole cloth and a strippy are on my bucket list.
Having said all that, if you google, Benartex Whole Cloth quilts, you will find sources from which to purchase.
Having said all that, if you google, Benartex Whole Cloth quilts, you will find sources from which to purchase.
#13
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern Michigan
Posts: 12,861
just received a new Keepsake Quilter catalog in the mail- they have a couple different ones to choose from....I know there are others but can't think of them right now....why not design your own? start with a center medallion you like- then maybe a couple borders around it, then corners, side centers, negative space....i know easier said then done---not necessarily- start with a sketch pad- or an applique pattern you like & build around it....you may create a master piece!
#14
I've not done one. I'm not nearly that skilled, but I admire the preprinted tops at
http://quiltingstencils.com/fullqueensize.aspx
They have them from pillow size to bed size. It's on my "some day" list.
http://quiltingstencils.com/fullqueensize.aspx
They have them from pillow size to bed size. It's on my "some day" list.
#15
Just ran across this link in my email. Greta is a member of this board, I think.
http://cadouri-din-inima.blogspot.ro...-tutorial.html
http://cadouri-din-inima.blogspot.ro...-tutorial.html
#16
Just a note of explanation on the price difference at Keepsake Quilting for Holice's wholecloth designs...KQ sells them as a kit that includes a matching backing and binding. They also have free shipping through March 31st with promo code KQGFREE. Backing is an additional cost at the other retailers. Just thought I'd mention it. http://quilting.keepsakequilting.com...h?w=wholecloth
Last edited by ghostrider; 03-22-2013 at 06:03 PM.
#17
I have ordered from Christian Lane and I loved my wholecloth. After getting done with it I washed it and it was so soft. I am going to order another one. My queen was 60.00 and they have wallhangings 45.oo.
#18
Hi Familyfun---Have you checked Helping Hands in Berlin? They have Whole cloth kits
#19
I got mine at Walmart. Its all houses in different shades of red. Also got one there that is all stars in different colors and patterns. I love them both. Already quilted the stars and fixin to start the houses.
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