About Patchwork Quilting for Infants
Baby blankets are one of the most treasured pieces of memorabilia from an infant’s life. Patch working quilting for infants can an experience that personalizes this treasured family item that is commonly passed down as a family heirloom. Many children are seen dragging their blankets across a floor in one hand, and holding their bottle in the other hand.
Design
The design of a quilt can be open to what the quilter would like to see the infant have. It works best to choose a color scheme to begin with, and then decide what style of fabric should be used in the quilt. Many people like to design infant quilts with infant themes such as animal prints or soft pastel designs. Some people like to include patches of important or relevant fabric from events in a family member’s life sewn into the fabric squares. This makes the quilt personal and heartfelt that the infant can treasure has he or she grows throughout their life.
Fabric
The fabric typically used to create a patchwork quilt for an infant is usually soft fabric that will not be abrasive on the infant's skin. This will give the infant many hours of cuddly comfort. In addition to softness, it is also important to choose a sturdy fabric that will hold up after many washes. Infant blankets and quilts are washed quite frequently, and choosing a durable fabric that will hold up through all of the wear and tear is wise.100% cotton is typically a good fabric that is both soft and durable.
Quilting
To ensure the maximum durability, allow plenty of space on each fabric swatch for seam allowance. This will help the seams to sewn heavily to be sure they do not unravel as the quilt is used and washed several times. Sew the fabric swatches together, and be sure to take notice that the seams and corners are aligned perfectly. This will create a good looking quilt. To secure the batting and the back to the quilt, the patchwork should be face down on a large table, and the batting and back to the quilt should be securely sewn into place.