How to fold a quilt for storage

This Handy Tip Will Also Extend the Life of Your Quilts! If you’ve quilted for long, you probably have several quilts in view around your home. You may even have some tucked away for switching out with those on display. When you pull a folded quilt out of storage it’s very likely to have stubborn …

As a quilter, there’s nothing more frustrating than unfolding a quilt only to find it covered in creases and wrinkles. These creases can be difficult to remove, and they can even cause damage…

Learn the best ways to store quilts when not in use! Keep your quilts safe, fresh, and ready to use with tips on folding, storing, and protecting them.

It's been quite awhile since I taught at a guild in Virginia. Before my lecture, I had dinner with about 6 women, and one of them mentioned how she folded and packed her quilts. She folded her quilts on the bias instead of the the straight of the grain. The bells and whistles went off in my brain--this was the answer on how to safely pack quilts when I teach and send them to exhibits. Of course it also works when quilts are stored in a closet somewhere. One of Ann's quilts folded and ready…

We'd like to suggest a couple of ways to store quilts to avoid those aggravating and seemingly permanent creases from occurring. First, roll your quilts. Using a pool noodle, (the kind kids play with in the pool) Roll up to 5 quilts on one noodle. This will eliminate fold creases. You may want to cover the noodle first, with muslin or a cheap white cotton sheet then wrap your rolled up quilts in muslin or cotton sheet. FOLD QUILTS ON THE BIAS Step one, fold bottom left corner over Step 2…

Learn how to fold a quilt to display it on a ladder for a super simple and easy way to show off your quilts! Quilt ladders fit into any home decor style and they are a quick way to display a quilt.