What Are the Different Types of Quilting Materials?
Quilting is the craft of stitching together layers of materials. Quilting materials, in terms of fabrics alone, are three basic layers: the top, which is usually different pieces stitched together, a layer of fluffy batting, sold in large, rolled sheets, and the bottom, or backing, that is often one piece of textile such as a bed sheet. In the context of other items needed to form bed covers or wall hangings, quilting materials also include pins, thread, cutters, markers, templates, needles, a wood frame and a sewing machine. A washing machine and dryer as well as an iron and ironing board are also used regularly by quilters. Fabrics used for the quilt top and backing must be pre-washed so they won’t shrink when used in projects. Quilting fabrics also need to be pressed before they are stitched together. Hand-quilters use a wood frame, much like an embroidery hoop, to hold the fabric layers together while stitching. Machine-quilters use a sewing machine to stitch fabric pieces together
