If you’re looking for a new kind of quilting challenge, or if yourself-or someone you love is is soon to be married, then a wedding ring quilt could be a great project to start next. For decades these types of quilts have been a warm reminder both physically and symbolically of the precious bond two people make together.

Where did Wedding Ring Quilts Originate

The wedding ring quilt became popular in the 20th century and was given to newlyweds as a wedding present. It is an ideal gift to give as it is designed to be placed on the marital bed showing the designs of the wedding rings. 

Even though this is an older design to have it is still very popular today and takes a lot of skill and patience. Quilters will often feel intimidated by the sheer scale of the task and this is why many do not attempt to make it however quiltingT is easier to make as there is no uniform design.

A wedding ring quilt is comprised of many small pieces and this is why it is so time consuming to piece, pin and sew them altogether. Often this has to be done by hand and although it can be a lengthy process it can also be very satisfying,

Many quilters also like to set themselves new challenges and one way they achieve this is to try new designs and techniques that they haven’t done before.

Community

Often quilters will gather to make the wedding ring quilt as they can achieve more if done as a group. This design will often become a challenge and quilters love the challenging pattern.

Tools

There are many different tools and gadgets which can help you to achieve the design and look that you want with your patchwork quilt. You can even sew it with a machine if you have the right one this will save time and money and can help you to move on to the next one. 

Quilting is a very popular past time and more and more people are taking up this fantastic past time there are several different designs and styles that you can choose from. This particular wedding ring quilt design, although challenging it is well worth the feeling of accomplishment at the end.

In the past patchwork quilts were made from old pieces of material and cloth that was left over from other sewing projects. These days you can buy the patches and material specifically for the quilt and they look amazing when finished.

To give your wedding ring quilt extra sentimental value you could add pieces of fabric from elements your wedding, such as table cloths, chair covers, serviettes and much more.