As a 4th generation quiltmaker, I’ve washed a lot of quilts! Today, I’m sharing quilting tips on how to care for a quilt and what to communicate when gifting one, ensuring your handmade gifts are enjoyed for years to come.
Whether you are gifting a quilt or have been lucky enough to receive one, let’s demystify how to wash a quilt safely in the washing machine, dry it with or without the use of a dryer, and how to help it last for years of use and love.
Watch the video:
Timestamps/Chapters:
- 00:00 Quilt Gifting and Receiving
- 00:42 For the Recipient – General Care Instructions
- 01:25 For the Quilt Maker – Considerations for Washing Before Gifting
- 02:23 Special Handling for More Delicate Quilts
- 03:02 Signs of a Well Loved Quilt
- 03:12 Ask Beth Ann & Final Thoughts
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And for those who would like a better look at the quilt I’m holding in this video – it’s one of my variations of the wonderful Confetti Quilt pattern from Tied with a Ribbon. All the fabrics (except the white) are from Tula Pink and it was beautifully quilted by my friend Terri of Threadtales Quiltworks – and held up for photography by John.
Happy Quilting!
