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Members of the Quilts of Valor Foundation hold up a quilt made for Sgt. Tony Maddox, an Iraq war veteran injured by an Improvised Explosive Device. The members received certificates of appreciation awarded by Indiana Adjutant General R. Martin Umbarger and Command Sgt. Maj. James Brown. They were recognized for their work on numerous quilts made for injured service members fighting in the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. Photo by: Spc. William E. Henry, Indiana National Guard
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Quilts distributed by LWR to refugees and other people in need were first made by recycling old but good clothes, blankets, and other items. Most LWR quilts are still made this way, although fabric samples, remnants, or other new pieces of fabric are ... used. Each quilt is one of a kind, with a beauty all its own, made as a gift of hope by caring people.
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Several Hoosier members of the Quilts of Valor Foundation received certificates of appreciation from the Indiana Adjutant General for their commitment to honoring service members. Maj. Gen. R. Martin Umbarger and Command Sgt. Maj. James Brown of the Indiana National Guard presented the awards at Joint Forces Headquarters - Indiana in Indianapolis, November 5.
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Today most new handmade quilts that are sold at retail are imported. They are hand sewn by machine and capture the look of yesteryear. These quilts are created in a vast array of patterns. Many of the early patterns have been replicated and can be found with matching accessories, such as bed skirts, toss pillows, curtains and rugs. Newer and updated patterns are being produced in a variety of contemporary designs and up to date color combinations. Quilts can be found in Lodge looks, French Provencal, Early American, Juvenile, Old English, Modern and Contemporary designs.
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Amish quilts are reflections of the Amish way of life. Because the Amish people believe in not being "flashy" or "worldly" in dress and lifestyle, their quilts reflect this religious philosophy. They use only solid colors in their clothing and quilts. Some church districts limit the use of certain colors such as yellow or red because those are considered "too worldly". Black is a dominant color. Although Amish quilts appear austere from a distance, the craftsmanship is often of the highest quality and the stitching forms vigorous patterns that contrast well with the plain background. These traits appeal to a modern aesthetic; antique Amish quilts are among the most highly prized among collectors and quilting enthusiasts.
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In some quilts, a whole piece of cloth is used for the top layer, so piecing is not done. Layering places the quilt's backing, batting, and top in place. Quilting involves attaching the three layers together as well as adding decorative elements. Binding completes the quilt by finishing the edges with a trim of fabric. Sometimes borders are added before the binding is done.
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