: material that is quilted or used for making quilts
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: the process of quilting
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Her hobbies include knitting and quilting.
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Old cotton bed sheets are a perfect fabric for quilting, as the soft texture and charming designs work beautifully in creating cozy, handmade pieces.—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026 The quilt features ultra-cool fabric on both sides that helps keep night sweats at bay by absorbing body heat, and boxed quilting to prevent clumping.—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026 Embroidery and quilting hobbies once stereotyped as old-fashioned are booming, especially among younger generations.—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026 The collection spanned knitted jeans and jackets, multi-pocketed constructions and quilting—techniques intended to give denim new illusions.—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quilting