That was a question asked by Judy of Patchwork Times fame.
While I was working in the studio on Sunday I turned that question over in my mind to see if I could get a concise answer.
I quilt for the same reason I knit and sew garment and bead and tat and do needlepoint and cross stitch.
When I hold a needle in my hand I am connected back through time with all the other women that have made their homes more cheerful and comfortable by stitching. I have one cross stitch sampler that says:
"In the rhythm of the needle there is music for the soul."
For me the rhythm of the needle is relaxation.
Goodness! How many reasons do you want?!?? LOL
ReplyDeleteCreativity and I LOVE to give away home made gifts to my family! And YES, I feel closer to my (deceased) grandmothers - both were quilters.
And, I'm pretty darn proud of my creations... bloopers and all! LOL
Rosa
I quilt because I need to create and it is a way of reaching out to others rather than always staying in the same enclave of friends.
ReplyDeleteAfter writing about this question myself, I asked others back in August of 2006. Here is a link to the post where I answered and asked - http://hardenbrookgirl.blogspot.com/2006/08/why-do-you-make-quilts.html
ReplyDeleteGot some great comments. Lots of people answered on their own blogs too - unfortunately I don't have links to those posts.
Why do I quilt?
ReplyDeleteYou do know the book by Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
That is the only way I can explain why. It gives me a warm, fuzzy feeling and a sense of pride.
The more I quilt the better my work gets. Claudia
Hi Suze... I see you visit my blog. I quilt because it's a wonderful thing to do. My daughter loves my quilts, so does my husband. I read Judy every day, and I'll come back and visit you too! Happy quilting on the next Quiltathon!
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