Points to Keep in Mind While Selecting a Quilt Kit Amy Smith, October 6, 2022December 12, 2023 Points to Keep in Mind While Selecting a Quilt Kit Image Source: Freepik A quilt is a combination of different layers filled with cotton or fiber. They are usually thicker and heavier than blankets and are used to stay warm in winter. Over and above these basic use quilts it is also used as decoration, bedding, Armor, etc. Traditionally quilts were made with the traditional way of cutting the pieces into required sizes and then sewing them together. But now, people don’t have that much of time to spare especially working women. Thus, quilting kits were made available, to help those who want to make their own quilts and as the quilt design is pre-cut and has instructions to follow in the quilt kit, it makes a favorable choice for women. Quilt Kits are convenient, it saves time as all the fabrics are already arranged, save money as no trial and error is required and it saves you from any wastage, and over and above all it guarantees a beautiful product as everything is already provided and thus it makes final output attractive. So, with these many benefits, it is a viable choice for all the Quilters out there. Important Points to Keep in Mind While Selecting a Quilt Kit: 1. Pre-Cut or Not: Now, what makes quilting a time-consuming task, is cutting of different pieces of fabric. The quilt is usually made up of different fabrics, which are stitched together. So, cutting those pieces is a cumbersome job and thus quilt kits are advantageous in this context. Most of the quilt kits include fabric and a pattern, but the pieces are not cut. So, check whether the fabric is pre-cut or not. 2. Cotton or Some Other Fabric: Generally, quilts are made of cotton only, as cotton is the best fabric as they are durable, crease easily, and absorbs moisture. Making quilts from a single fabric makes it more durable as different fabrics have different shrinking or durability rates. So, it becomes important to check the details of the kit and which fabrics it includes. 3. Instructions: One of the advantages of buying a quilt kit is the instruction manual that comes along with it. An instruction manual has all the information one needs to knit their quilt properly and in a perfect manner. It includes information such as the design, quilt size chart measurements, pattern, the way pieces must be managed, which tools to use, etc. So, check whether the kit includes one or not. 4. Quality of Fabric: This is one of the most important points to consider before selecting a quilt kit. The quality of the fabrics given in the quilt kits decides the final appearance and quality of the quilt you make. Although all the details are given in the quilt kit packing or on the website from which you are buying the kit. So, make sure what your requirement is and accordingly select the Quilt Kit. 5. Select the Kit Which Suits Your Requirement: There are many quilt kits available in the market with different design patterns and for different use. So before finalizing any kit, go through all your needs and the desired design in mind and then select the kit. Because many times it happens that the kit you select in hurry doesn’t match your requirement or you don’t like the pattern. Quilting is an interesting hobby to develop. But due to many reasons, the art is somewhat difficult to follow by working women. But a Quilt Kit can make your work much easier due to its advantages. And with the help of the above-mentioned points which you can use while selecting a perfect kit for yourself, your work becomes simple and less time-consuming. Share on FacebookTweetFollow usSave Articles fabricquiltquilt kitquilting
I didn’t realize there are quilt kits. It is a great idea. I’ve been a sewer for a long time, and have made a quilt in ages. I want to check this out!
I wish I was able to make my own quilt. I never knew about quilt kits till I read this blog post. Thank you