Wedding Ring Quilt Pattern

Wedding ring quilts are bedspreads, which have a design of rings entwined together. It requires a lot of effort to sew a wedding ring quilt pattern, but the efforts are worthwhile, as the finished product looks simply magnificent.
Wedding Ring Quilt Pattern
Quilts have been used through centuries together. Quilts provide warmth, comfort, coziness, and even style. Did you know, that in the seventeenth century, quilts were a luxury? Only the rich could afford them. There were not many patterns available, either. Before the industrial revolution, quilts were handmade. And, that's one of the reasons, why women were always seen sewing something. Quilting was, and still is, a hobby. During the 1900s, whole cloth quilts were made. They consisted of a solid fabric, containing the top, the batting, and the backing, which were all quilted together. After the industrial revolution, machine made quilts became available, and affordable to everyone. This was the time, when different quilt patterns emerged. Quilts which are made for daily use, are simple in design, whereas, the quilts made for special occasions, like weddings, or baby showers, are colorful, and flamboyant.

Quilts are also known as bedspreads. Bedspreads having wedding ring quilt patterns on them, are a popular wedding gift, as they have rings sewn into them, and rings are a symbol of love and compassion. Wedding ring quilt patterns come in different types, namely, single wedding ring quilt pattern, BMA wedding ring quilt pattern, and double wedding ring quilt pattern. The history of the wedding ring quilt pattern, can be traced back to the 20th century. It is believed that the wedding ring quilt pattern was first used during the civil war. The wedding ring quilt pattern symbolizes the actual wedding rings, that the couple exchange during the wedding ceremony. It is one of those gifts which is cherished by the bride and groom for years together. Wedding ring quilts can be made in pastel or dark colors. They look beautiful, but they also need to be taken care of, as they are very delicate.

Single Ring Quilt Pattern
The single wedding ring quilt pattern is made up of 750 pieces, it is mainly made up of triangles. This pattern is not used much. Double ring quilt pattern is used more, though it is tough to sew compared to a single ring quilt pattern.

Double Wedding Ring Quilt Pattern
Double wedding ring quilt pattern is the most popular quilt pattern. There are many myths surrounding it. Some of the most interesting myths are that the quilt patterns were used as underground railway codes, or the wedding ring quilts, which had a double ring pattern, were used as a substitute for the real rings, when the couple couldn't afford them. Double wedding ring quilt pattern can be made for all bed sizes,be it a single bed, a double bed, a queen bed, or a king bed. Another special thing about double wedding ring quilt pattern is that, it is made of the finest material, unlike the other quilt patterns. It is gifted on special occasions, as it looks superior to the other patterns. It is not compulsory to make circular designs only, you can also try other designs like triangles or hexagons. Just make sure that they are interlocked. More on how to make a quilt.

The most important thing while making a double ring quilt pattern, is to make a perfect arch. Once you are able to make an arch, everything else is easy. The fabric depends on the occasion. Generally, soft fabrics are used; don't use a fabric that wrinkles easily. Cotton is the best. After the arch is made, the next step is to sew on the curve. This can be a difficult job for beginners, but it doesn't mean that they won't be able to do it at all. You can refer to how to quilt for beginners. Nowadays, we get readymade quilt patterns in the market. Bring them, and trace the designs with the help of a tracing paper. Simple! Don't forget: two different colored arcs are to be made and then sewed together.

Now that you know all about wedding ring quilts, you can gift them to some lucky bride-to-be!

By Girija Shinde
Published: 9/18/2009
 
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