Learn About the History of Quilting and How Quilts Are Made | Pottery Barn Kids

Learn all about quilts in this video. The history of quilt making is narrated, while quilt making is demonstrated for you in this video. In America, women have been making quilts for expectant mothers, babies or brides to be for centuries. Quilt making is an American tradition that dates back to the late 18th and early 19th century. It is not uncommon to find quilts of all sizes, colors, and textures.
Young women take up quilting to make a quilt for their friends who are getting married and for their own marriage. Mothers make quilts for babies that are on the way. Young mothers usually take up quilting to make a crib quilt. It is convenient and easy to achieve and does not involve using a lot of fabric or time. Quilts are made depicting flowers, birds and other such beautiful designs. Crib quilts are a perfect gift to welcome a child into the family and are an expression of love.
Pottery Barn Kids has a variety of quilts available in different sizes, colors and textures. The colorful, playful designs are attractive and exclusive. The quilts feature traditional, handmade techniques such as appliqué, embroidery and hand quilting.
This makes them unique and gives them a lasting charm. The crib quilt designs are fun, friendly and colorful. Quilts from Pottery Barn Kids continue the American tradition of quilt making and help you celebrate the arrival of a new baby.

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Quilting was brought to America by immigrants. Many of the so-called Amish and 'traditional' quilt patterns adopted by the USA nowadays originated in Scotland, Wales, Northern England as well as Scandanvia.