How to Make a Warm Winter Bed Quilt Sewing Tutorial

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  • Опубліковано 28 лис 2024

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  • @PurdyBear1
    @PurdyBear1 2 роки тому +4

    I made this quilt and it is very very warm. It’s ideal in these winter months of UKs cost of living crisis.

  • @redcordelia
    @redcordelia 6 років тому +16

    The thing I love about this tutorial is that you're demonstrating it without fancy equipment like a giant cutting table, or even a rotary cutter. When I see a tutorial where the person is using the fancy rotary cutter with the huge clear ruler and a bed-sized cutting mat, I feel like I can't make that item because I don't have those tools. Using the template and the scissors makes me feel like I could actually do that at my dining table, which is where I sew.

  • @BeautyPurrfect
    @BeautyPurrfect 8 років тому +145

    I made one of these about 25 years ago for my then little girl, she's 27 now and a busy mum. You have inspired me to make another and the best thing is I still have the same fabric I used before. Thank you Astar.

  • @ddsmiles6382
    @ddsmiles6382 4 роки тому +4

    My mom and I made this quilt for my aunt while she was going through treatment’s for cancer. We made it in old rose solid on one side and a lovely old rose with white roses on the other. She absolutely loved it and cherished it until she passed. Thank you for the refresher and I’m definitely going to make one for myself and each family member for winter. It’s such a warm snuggly quilt you can almost use for a mattress. I’m delighted to see your wonderful instruction’s and your video was appreciated. Thank you for refreshing my lovely memories. Dee💖

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  4 роки тому +1

      Dee, I am so pleased your Aunt loved her quilt. Special moments to hold on too. God bless Astar

  • @maryoesterborg9397
    @maryoesterborg9397 Рік тому +2

    I’m going to try my hand at making one of these for 2023. Bless you for sharing all your wonderful talents.
    I never got the hang of quilting, so I let my sister shine bright for her quilt making skills that are stunning.

  • @imyobizzness
    @imyobizzness 2 роки тому +2

    These remind me of what my grandma use to have on all the beds in the rooms.. she passed when I was very young and I always wanted to know how to do this.. THANK YOU 🤗 FOR YOU REMIND ME OF HOME 💕

  • @eileenfb1948
    @eileenfb1948 9 років тому +61

    This will be warmer, more comfortable and luxurious than a bought one. Thank you

  • @Madeleine74
    @Madeleine74 2 роки тому +6

    Don't you just love this woman?!
    Simply for the way she teaches us. And how she wipes everything of the table with such passion.... 😂.
    She makes me feel like I can make everything she teaches.
    What a lovely powerful woman❤

  • @robinorear4307
    @robinorear4307 5 років тому +18

    This is called a "biscuit quilt" here in the South. Your version is so beautiful! Thank you for your videos!

    • @ddsmiles6382
      @ddsmiles6382 4 роки тому +2

      Yes that’s what we know it as! It is a lovely warm cuddly quilt. ♥️

  • @nicolec4744
    @nicolec4744 5 років тому +2

    I want to live on that quilt lol. I'm making a baby sized one (or trying to...) but seeing this makes me want to make a grown up one for myself too😊 Thanks for the clear instructions, this was very helpful!

  • @madbuthappyme2553
    @madbuthappyme2553 9 років тому +5

    to the ladies who want to know what type of material to use, I used basic sheeting cotton for the top, and old duvet cut up for the underneath of the puffs and backed the whole thing onto an oversized fleece. I also attached each of the squares to the backing by sewing on small covered buttons where four squares joined. It looks amazing and is warm and snug. Brilliant Tutorial, thankyou.

    • @ellegroover
      @ellegroover 7 років тому

      mad but happy me What a great idea!!

  • @iseeewe5454
    @iseeewe5454 7 років тому +3

    That is the most beautiful bedspread!
    Thank you for sharing your work.

  • @50yearsoldwisdom
    @50yearsoldwisdom 8 років тому +2

    What a perfect tutorial!!!! Quick, to the point and makes you think that it's the easiest thing to make. I love the presenter and her style. Absolutely fantastic!!!! Thank you!

  • @sradefarras
    @sradefarras 9 років тому +68

    It annoys me but it won't annoy you because it won't be on your bed! Lol! Best line ever! Gotta love Astar!

    • @lindasmith583
      @lindasmith583 6 років тому +6

      I love the way she just shoved everything off the table when she was done showing how to use the materials. :)

  • @TheJoy2yah
    @TheJoy2yah 9 років тому +69

    Love her ...so funny ...no nonsense...practical instructions.......

  • @shelbsmith5095
    @shelbsmith5095 8 років тому +4

    This Video kept popping up on my suggested list, and I never watched because it looked overwhelming. sooooo glad I decided to watch this morning. I now love you. This has to hear the easiest way I've see to make this quilt, and by far the prettiest.

  • @weehillywinky1
    @weehillywinky1 8 років тому +2

    I have only just discovered you and this wonderful video and I shall definitely watch again!
    ...And I mean this with absolute love when I say that you're like the Fanny Craddock of sewing... just wonderful!

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  8 років тому +2

      +weehillywinky1 That's so lovely! Thank you xx

  • @SarahLove2106
    @SarahLove2106 9 років тому +8

    I made one of these in pastel colours for my daughter last year. To keep the puffs together with the fleece backing I sewed tiny polka dot buttons into corner where four squares joined. I am now making one for my son. Brilliant tutorial and a fabulous heirloom quilt. Thankyou. x

  • @elizabethme1711
    @elizabethme1711 7 років тому +1

    You do it SO different and so better! Starting this project this week, so that 'hopefully' it will make a good present for my newly married niece.

  • @just1desi
    @just1desi 4 роки тому +3

    Gorgeous saw this by you years ago recently wanted to make one in linen couldn’t remember the name but was searching fruitlessly for days then finally you popped up :)

  • @TigerBlackTigerBlackTigerBlack
    @TigerBlackTigerBlackTigerBlack 2 роки тому +2

    I think this was lovely! I want to get back into sewing but I have no experience machine sewing. I want to learn! This is actually one of the biggest things I want to do! I can't find comforters that I like so I want to make one that I love! Thank you Astar!

  • @debrinadianesanchez9317
    @debrinadianesanchez9317 7 років тому +3

    I made this. Very similar motif, color was ice blue.
    Beautiful. Thank you for a top-notch tutorial.

  • @patriciateeters5565
    @patriciateeters5565 6 років тому +2

    Wonderful! Just wonderful! Looks so warm and cozy. It's winter here right now and I would love to cuddle under that! Thanks for sharing. Love your video.

  • @aliceesperanza
    @aliceesperanza Рік тому +1

    i just stumbled across her, but I LOVE HER lol WHERE HAS SHE BEEN ALL MY LIFE?

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  Рік тому

      Hello Alice, a big welcome to my place / our place. If you need help with anything arty/crafty, gardening or??? If I can help, then help I will. The quickest way is to just DM to my @astarsplace on instagram. Warm regards Astar

  • @HelloKittyfouronesix
    @HelloKittyfouronesix 8 років тому +1

    I am totally going to make this for my bed and my Mom's bed when she visits my house!!! Thanks for the videos! Love them all!

  • @rebeccamiller3248
    @rebeccamiller3248 8 років тому +6

    Thank you! Thank you ! Thank you! Years ago my brother gave me my Mom and sisters and niece puff quilts a friend made for him. I have searched for quilts like them. They are the warmest blankets ever. Thanks to you I can make one.

  • @spanishbrideinnz2524
    @spanishbrideinnz2524 9 років тому +2

    Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with us. After watching your video I am now excited to move on from the quilt top I have been finishing to making a eiderdown just like my Nana used to have.I just want to say that you are immaculately presented and look gorgeous. I love your sense of style.I will be watching more of your videos. Also I heard about you from a commenter on an American Quilting video. She said how good you were and commented on your ' darling accent ' LOL As I too am a Kiwi I found that really amusing.

  • @focus2191
    @focus2191 10 років тому +3

    You are such a Great Teacher, you are absolutely So Good at all your projects, I am very happy to have found you. My grandma taught me how to sew and my mom always helped me finish my projects. You have replaced them both - just don't let them know I told you!!!

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  9 років тому +1

      Focus That's so nice! Your secret is safe with me!

  • @kathyschultz9940
    @kathyschultz9940 10 років тому +3

    Ty for showing us this! I just found your channel and have been trying to find someone who made thick comforters just like this!

  • @donnawilliams1283
    @donnawilliams1283 8 років тому +1

    I've always wanted one of these... I made a stunning powder blue one to go into the nursery. Everyone loves it! Thanks for the tutorial xx

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  8 років тому

      +Donna Williams No problem - good luck! xx

  • @singe0diabolique
    @singe0diabolique 8 років тому +25

    I love how you looks so posh but you know what you're talking about.

  • @maryo4201
    @maryo4201 10 років тому +2

    It's beautiful! I can't wait until I have time to make one. Thank you.

  • @annehazledine8179
    @annehazledine8179 7 років тому +2

    I just loved the way you made it all look so clear and simple to do. I'm a newly quilter, but will definitely try this beautiful quilt. Thank you for a great tutorial

  • @kittykitty57
    @kittykitty57 8 років тому +5

    loved this, I have been searching for a comforter for months! This will be so much fun to make! Thank for sharing!

  • @shellcshells2902
    @shellcshells2902 2 роки тому +1

    I am going to make myself one of these in girly pink forals! Thank you for this wonderful video!

  • @Sharon-pb7so
    @Sharon-pb7so 8 років тому +5

    What a great tutorial! I think I'm going to make a patchwork one in baby colors. I'll also use my rotary cutter to save time cutting. Thanks for the great idea. Sharon in Michigan, USA.

  • @lydiarose29
    @lydiarose29 9 років тому +10

    Your handy work is amazing!! .love a tutorial where artists get right to the point, with concise instructions. Thank you....

  • @madbuthappyme2553
    @madbuthappyme2553 9 років тому +1

    I've made one of these for my daughter and now am making one for my son. Hopefully they will become family heirlooms. Thankyou for your brilliant videos.

  • @quinceywilliams3084
    @quinceywilliams3084 10 років тому +1

    Thank you for being a good inspiration to me I think I'm going to start making things for myself instead of buying them from now on

  • @rachelpropes4183
    @rachelpropes4183 6 років тому

    Talking about how that one little place didn't match up on the beautiful blanket absolutely cracked me up. BEEN THERE!!! No one else will ever notice, but to the seamstress.... OMGosh! LOL That is such a lovely puff blanket. I didn't know that was how they were made. Thank You!!!

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  6 років тому

      Hello Rachel, to be really honest, even now that 'little piece' that didn't match up, it still annoys me. However as I keep telling myself there are far more important things to worry about! Astar

  • @barbiec323
    @barbiec323 8 років тому +5

    This is a wonderful video. I have a daybed that I am going to use as a couch and this would be a wonderful quilt to make. I have black and white fabric I purchased several yrs ago, 11 yrds to be exact. I will make it out of that. Cant wait.

  • @maryoesterborg9397
    @maryoesterborg9397 5 років тому +1

    You bless me with the tutorials you present to us. I hope to accomplish one of these. Looks so comfy❗️✂️

  • @heatherm7103
    @heatherm7103 9 років тому +3

    Beautiful quilt!!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

  • @shannaboobettyboo
    @shannaboobettyboo 6 років тому +1

    Oh wow! I just love the whole video! The quilt is an absolute bonus. 🤣😂 Astar, the enthusiasm and the wonderfully chatty way you instruct is brilliant. Thank you so much for sharing. I think your channel is going to be a favourite of mine. Absolute gem and I can not wait to have a go at this!

  • @debrinadianesanchez9317
    @debrinadianesanchez9317 6 років тому

    I made this quilt following your video instructions. It is BEAUTIFUL!

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  6 років тому

      DeBrina Diane Sanchez - there is a bit of work involved but how great does it feel looking at what you achieved. Well done you. I'm thrilled to hear you are pleased with your mighty effort. Hope it wasn't a marathon! X Astar

  • @tamarasebasta85
    @tamarasebasta85 10 років тому +4

    Beautiful, I was looking. How to make baby ones, but your video was the most instructional. You inspired me to dream up one for my bed as well! Thanks so much

  • @sharonhaughton-pearson2790
    @sharonhaughton-pearson2790 9 років тому +2

    I've just started watching your channel and I just wanted to say you are such a classy lady. I really enjoy your work. Thank you.

  • @BratBustersParenting
    @BratBustersParenting 10 років тому +2

    Great project. Will file that away until our Winter as it's Summer up here in Canada now.

  • @ljm8636
    @ljm8636 5 років тому

    Thank you Astar you make it look so easy/effortless and your accent is beautiful you are really "A Star"

  • @christinelazar62
    @christinelazar62 8 років тому +7

    I love it I been wanting to make this for last couple of year I love how you explain it

  • @BamKool
    @BamKool 8 років тому +3

    Beautiful and thanks for sharing this video on how to puff quilt! Will give that a try someday soon. :)

  • @cherylmccuistion9420
    @cherylmccuistion9420 9 років тому +2

    I love this, can not wait to try to make one. Thank you for sharing your talents, and awesome tutorial, easy to follow and understand. Look forward to watching more of your tutorials.

    • @FuxkSwik
      @FuxkSwik 6 років тому

      Cheryl McCuist

  • @charlottejpriestley8934
    @charlottejpriestley8934 7 років тому

    WOW! WOW! WOW! I have to learn to do this! I am so enthused with this project. I can buy bits and come back and assemble!

  • @marysaw3920
    @marysaw3920 7 років тому +2

    Astar this is so amazing. Thank you so much for sharing it.

  • @dianeperkins7720
    @dianeperkins7720 8 років тому +8

    I've just found your video. Absolutely fabulous instructions, and oh you do make me laugh...
    You have inspired me to make one of your gorgeous quilts. Love your fabric choice. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Brilliant. Best wishes Diane

  • @lynns755
    @lynns755 4 роки тому

    Glamorous lady, gorgeous cosy puffy quilt. Thank you for this tutorial

  • @stefanypotter4673
    @stefanypotter4673 3 роки тому

    Honestly, I'd love to make this for a large circle lounge chair in my room...or a kewt comfy place in a window seat... sooo love this..

  • @kathleenkathleen6167
    @kathleenkathleen6167 9 років тому +2

    Thank you! I've never done quilting before and this has inspired me to make a start! I need to make a liner for a large Moses basket and this has given me some guidance to help do that (with less padding) ;-)

  • @hannahperlotto139
    @hannahperlotto139 2 роки тому

    Thank you!!! I'm going to try this. Making for my grandson. From South Africa, Cape Town

  • @evelynburrows4255
    @evelynburrows4255 9 років тому +4

    Excellent ...Thanks so uch for sharing. You dont meet many people who want to share their talants. Thanks so much.

  • @DatsAhVibe
    @DatsAhVibe 2 роки тому

    I’ve been wanting a certain color for my bed room…. Curtains, rug, covers and sheets and this will help as I can’t find anything that makes exact shade Thank you

  • @amirulizzat421
    @amirulizzat421 2 роки тому +1

    I was searching this kind of quilting for my fashion ideation, thank you!❤️❤️❤️

  • @cindymiller5696
    @cindymiller5696 9 років тому +4

    Love this video, cant hardly wait to start trying to make this quilt!

  • @izabeau1953
    @izabeau1953 6 років тому

    I just love what you did, I am going to do this for my grand children, wow thank you so much for showing how to do this. Bless you.

  • @dorothysmith1402
    @dorothysmith1402 8 років тому +5

    I have never seen quite like these tutorials, so nice just watching and learning.. This will be a favorite place to go when I need help. I just want to sit here for the rest of the afternoon, alas I must go and get dinner going but I will be back tomorrow. Thank you for a great afternoon.

    • @bonnieegnatz1809
      @bonnieegnatz1809 7 років тому

      dorothy Smith 7, and I don't see the rest are you? I'm not in my car is a good day! I don't know what time are you

    • @bonnieegnatz1809
      @bonnieegnatz1809 7 років тому

      dorothy Smithson the same thing. the same I will call you later today

  • @lorrainecooper137
    @lorrainecooper137 6 років тому

    Sorry I forgot to say it reminds me of my bedcover as a child. Treasured and loved, then passed down through the family it was already about 50years old when I had it. I'm nearly 60 and it's still going strong a testament to the hours of minute hand sewing. It was an eiderdown I think that is because it was filled with feathers lol your favourite.

  • @doeeyes394
    @doeeyes394 8 років тому +1

    I absolutely LOVE her accent !!!!!!

  • @dercoglr
    @dercoglr 9 років тому +7

    I just came across you on You Tube and I think you're adorable! You really make things sound so easy. I'll have to try this quilt (I call them puffy quilts); always wanted to but afraid it would be too hard.

  • @annasimanovicki323
    @annasimanovicki323 7 років тому

    I need to give quilting another try. That looks easy enough.

  • @motherpops
    @motherpops 8 років тому +14

    SUBSCRIBED . this the first of your videos I have watched and I LOVE it.

  • @tauresattauresa7137
    @tauresattauresa7137 9 років тому +30

    You look soo like a young Joan Collins....its uncanny.:)

  • @alisonhunt6024
    @alisonhunt6024 9 років тому +1

    gorgeous lady, thank you for explaining in simple terms

  • @feehanfan9079
    @feehanfan9079 6 років тому

    I love this project. Astar, you were right about trying to sew this in rows. When I made this project I felt like a wrestler trying to get rows of puffs to slide smoothly as I sewed! Lol. It turned out well but I definitely had to put in work.

  • @kylepreudhomme1704
    @kylepreudhomme1704 9 років тому +16

    lol you are one of my new fav ppl...great tutorial

  • @nandoit9173
    @nandoit9173 8 років тому

    i like that fact that you talk n teach n demonstrates awesome !

  • @talkingheadzzz2449
    @talkingheadzzz2449 8 років тому

    Astar, you are such a delightful lady! So much class! Thank you for the video!

  • @Momo01851
    @Momo01851 8 років тому +5

    Astar you are amazing. Love your videos and cant wait to start making this quilt. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @jannyb55
    @jannyb55 10 років тому +4

    Fantastic! Thank you for your inspiration! Can't wait to give this a try!

  • @vivienlee471
    @vivienlee471 7 років тому

    I love your dress! As well as the quilt and your humor of course 😊

  • @jadediablo965
    @jadediablo965 8 років тому +3

    wow awesome work! I am teaching self to expand my quilting I mainly make native star blankets and I would like to start making clothing with quilting patterns :) All my children are adults and I have too much freedom lol hugs

  • @thekeyboardzone-kas
    @thekeyboardzone-kas 8 років тому +1

    Oh, my goodness. So amazing! Thank you for this wonderful, easy-to-follow tutorial. I can't wait to make a quilt like this to snuggle under come next winter. What an excellent gift idea too! I just stumbled upon you while bouncing around UA-cam, watching random sewing videos. I have subscribed to you. I look forward to seeing your other tutorial gems. I love the extra bonus of your oh-so-lovely accent and fun personality. I could listen to you all day long. It wouldn't matter if you were reading the directions on the back of a toilet bowl cleaner - I think you could make that sound like an exciting project LOL!

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  8 років тому +2

      +Karen Schouest hahah that could be my next job Karen! Good luck making the quilt - thank you for your comment xxx

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      @ElzbietaSz-S.-tt2l 10 місяців тому

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  • @gloriadesousa5394
    @gloriadesousa5394 6 років тому

    Astar thank you for teaching how to make this comforter you are a very talented lady I love it do you know how much fabric needed for a double bed thank you again

  • @judyburkhart7993
    @judyburkhart7993 7 років тому

    Thank you. Beautiful!!! I use a cutting mat and rotatery cutter to cut squares and it is so much quicker. love your videos.

  • @JG-ej2ow
    @JG-ej2ow 7 років тому

    I have watched you many times. I just want to say thank you for your video's I cant wait to try making blanki'ts.

  • @deborahakers5548
    @deborahakers5548 7 років тому

    I know you showed us your one little mistake and yes we all make them and whomever we give our gifted to they won't ever notice them unless they sew/quilt themselves! You are the reason I made a crib size boys puff quilt for my Best friends daughter and she loves it! But as you said they are a lot of work and I'm not sure I will ever do another but to see the persons face you made it for, makes it all worth the while!! Thank you for a Great tutorial on this quilt blanket!! You are Awesome!!!

  • @eileenfb1948
    @eileenfb1948 10 років тому +10

    +Astar's Place This is delicious. Thank you, I just love it. Also I like the way you show us the pitfalls to watch out for. Thank you!!

  • @millyantoinet2
    @millyantoinet2 7 років тому

    You have inspired me to make a bed quilt this winter. I do hope I am as patience as you are. OMG this seem to be a lot of work. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with the world. Milly (The Netherlands )

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  7 років тому +1

      Milly Meyer Hello Milly, you are correct. This project does take hours of work but it's well worth the effort and is super warm and cosy.

  • @CryTears1
    @CryTears1 8 років тому +1

    awesome tutorial....hopefully I will find time to make one during the summer!

  • @Dizzytoonz
    @Dizzytoonz 10 років тому +2

    omg I LOVE YOUR TUTORIAL. LOVE THE ACCENT AND THE STYLE, CLASS AND CHARISMA. SO LOOKING FORWARD TO MAKING THIS PUFFY BLANKET AND WATCHING MORE OF YOUR VIDEOS. THANK YOU. TROY-BRONX-NY

  • @elizabethme1711
    @elizabethme1711 7 років тому

    The more I see it the more I love it! Going to recommend this to my quilting friends! This is TOTALLY different from everything we've been taught. I'm in the U.K. and quilting is just a 'flat' wadding and then stitching through 3 very thin fabrics to make a sort of, throw?

  • @lifeofjoy9404
    @lifeofjoy9404 Рік тому

    I love her energy!!🤩🤩

  • @gigi2004k
    @gigi2004k 9 років тому +2

    I stumbled upon your videos looking for help with DIY photos to canvas and I just adore you!! :) thank you for your videos!

  • @happysparrow5929
    @happysparrow5929 6 років тому

    You are a fabulous presenter! I can't believe I watched this whole video even knowing I didn't have the materials haha. Anyway, Costco sells two packs of these cool super dense foam pillows for $20. I cut those pillows open and take out the crumbled memory foam to stuff orthopedic bedding for my dogs. It's much much better quality than what's at the craft store and cheaper somehow. I'm thinking of using your baffle box pattern here to make a dog bed topper with that foam. It would keep it from becoming lumpy and uneven. Thank you for the video!

  • @SholehRouhani
    @SholehRouhani 9 років тому +1

    The best quilt tutorial. Thank you

  • @susanrhine3012
    @susanrhine3012 8 років тому +1

    You are a doll! What a great tutorial ! Thank you

  • @dane5678
    @dane5678 7 років тому

    your video inspired me to make both of my sons bubble quilts. one was queen size and the other a twin. both turned out beautiful. i added minky material to the back and tack stitched the two layers. the only issue i had was the top as i had no way to sew the top closed as i had overstuffed the squares lol.

  • @andreapatane4204
    @andreapatane4204 8 років тому +2

    Quilts are beautiful.

  • @TrevorLockwoodsuffolk
    @TrevorLockwoodsuffolk 6 років тому

    You are beautiful, and your instructions are just perfect. You got a bit excited and so started to talk fast - wonderful.

  • @wdarwiche849
    @wdarwiche849 3 роки тому

    Woww thank you for this video. Loved your energy as it didnt bore me like most sewing videos. Thank you

  • @guadalupeblakey9926
    @guadalupeblakey9926 2 роки тому

    Really enjoyed this tutorial. I had made this in smaller size squares, but yours is awesome I'm that larger size. I need one for my twin size bed. And it should go fast. Thanks a lot for this tutorial.

    • @AstarsPlace
      @AstarsPlace  2 роки тому

      Hi Guadalupe, thank you for your kind comments. The first one I ever made was small hexagonals and my mum made me hand stitch each and every one. Honestly, I thought the project would never end. When I got married I wanted matching for my spare bedroom. Thoughts of hours of hand stitching ignited this idea. If desired, I say make them even bigger and really speed up the project. As an aside, they are so warm. Best regards Astar