Supplies You'll Need to Start Quilting

Quilting is the skill of putting together three layers of fabric using a needle and thread to create a thicker and padded material. It may also be done using a sewing machine. It is similar to a patchwork and these two are often interchanged. Some quilting projects are curtains, pillow cases, bed coverings, and wall hangings.

Quilting is perfect for creative people. Through using different repetitive patterns to create a bigger pattern, combining old and new materials, using different designs, color, pattern, and textures, you can develop your skills and produce useable items such as table mats, cushion covers, bonnets, and make-up bags.

This activity is done by people who need to pass time, by mothers who stay at home to take care of the kids and do household chores, and everybody who needs to relieve stress. Quilting is a very rewarding hobby.

People should never be intimidated by quilting. The only needed supplies for quilting are needle, thread, pieces of cloth, pins, scissors, and thimble. Only the basic sewing skills are needed. At times, you may also need a ruler, masking tape, and drawing paper for pattern transferring.

Not all fabrics can be used for quilting. Recommended fabrics are cotton and batik.