Quilting is a method of sewing or tying two layers of cloth with a layer of insulating batting in between. A bed covering or similar large rectangular piece of quilting work is called a quilt. A quilt does not have to be rectangular, however. Many quilts hang on the wall as art quilts and are all kinds of shapes and sizes.

Equipments

Rotary Mat - mat protects the work surface and helps to grip the fabric
Rotary Cutter - fabric can be cut quickly and accurately
Rotary Rules - clear, acrylic rulers are marked lengthwise, crosswise, and diagonally with easy to read lines and numbers
Scissors - general scissors for cutting paper and template plastic, and small, sharp scissors is needed for snipping threads and trimming dog-ears
Seam Ripper with a small, extra-fine blade slips easily under any stitch length
Template material - sheets of clear and opaque template plastic can be purchased at most quilt or craft stores
Pin Cushion - a magnetic pin cushion keeps pins handy and helps locate strays
Pins - choose long, sharp or fine, glass or plastic headpins are good for most pinning and will not rust.
Sewing Machine - any sewing machine with a straight stitch is suitable for piecing quilt blocks
Sewing Machine Needles - a size 80/12 needle as an excellent choice for quilting
Tweezers - for removing bits of thread from ripped-out seams and for pulling away scraps of removable foundations
Thread - use 100 percent cotton thread for machine piecing
Iron and Iron Board - a hot steam iron and adjustable-height ironing board with cotton or Teflon cover

Fabric

The traditional fabric choice for quilts is 100 percent cotton.It handles well, is easy to care for, presses easily, and frays less than synthetic blends.
Prewash all fabric in warm water with a mild soap to remove excess dye and chemicals. Always wash light and dark fabrics separately.
The cutting instructions for each project follow the list of materials.