Patchwork Quilt

how do i make a simple patchwork quilt from stuff around the house?

The top and backing are relatively simple, because you can use old clothes as well as new fabric. The bigger issue is what to use for the inside – not all quilts have a filling, but most do. Here are some possibilities to look for: actual quilt batting, flannel sheet, or an old washable blanket.
Decide how big you want your finished quilt to be. Your backing and filling have to be at least a couple of inches larger in each direction than that. Cut your top piece 1/2″ bigger than desired final size. The simplest possible construction is a solid piece on top and another on the back, a ‘quick turn’ assembly, then finish it by tying with crochet cotton, embroidery floss, or yarn.
To layer your quilt, smooth out your filling/batting on a table or the floor, depending on size. Next, smooth your backing right-side-UP and centered onto the filling. Now spread your top right-side-DOWN and centered on the backing. Pin-baste around the edges, leaving approx. 6″ open for turning. Sew 1/4″ inside the edge of the top all the way around, except for the 6″ opening. Trim filling and backing even with the top. Reach through the opening between the backing and the top layers and turn your quilt right side out, poking out the corners. Fold and pin the opening closed. Top-stitch all around the quilt 1/8″ in from the edge (you don’t need to bind it). Tie as desired. Done!
If you decide you want a quilt that’s a little less simple, see the websites below.

http://www.quilting101.com/

http://quilting.about.com/od/stepbystepquilting/u/how_to_make_a_quilt.htm

Good luck!

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