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Leave me a comment below (AT THE VERY VERY VERY END) by 6:00pm eastern on Sept 13 telling me
The book goes to Tracy who wrote "It would be such an honor to receive the Kantha Book by Wkta Kaul. I ve done small projects however would love to know the history and what kind of textiles they used when Kantha quilting came about." Enjoy!!
"Have you ever added patchwork to clothing?"
I did that back in the 70s but would love to do it again with Kanta sitching!
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227 Responses
This book would be awesome.
I haven’t added patchwork to anything yet, always wanted to add it to a jacket. I’m sure the book would be wonderful.
I have added patchwork to bags/ aprons/ vests/jumpers and jackets. This looks really interesting to me and I LOVED the dress photos that you showed in your video. Thanks for all you do!💜
Ive added hnd embroidery, but never a patch. Would love to win this book
I haven’t added patchwork to any clothing. Would love to win the book.
I don’t think that I have ever done patchwork on clothing. Would love to read more about it.
I haven’t added anything yet, but plan to when I come up with the right idea.
Yes, patches added to my children’s clothes, my clothes and then I used clothes from my hubby’sUSAF uniforms, my son’s BDU play clothes I had made ( and patched), a dress my mom made for me when I was a toddler (60+years ago! :-)) to make a patchwork quilt for one of my grand babies. Make use, repair, and repurpose were mottos I grew up with. A new book to add to collection, definitively appreciated.
I have done trim for a jacket with Kantha but would love more instructions.
I am working on patches using Kantha and sashiko for a vest. Would love that book!
I have sewn embroidered patches to jeans. The first was to actually cover a hole but got so many compliments I’ve added others occasionally for fun. I’ve tried Sashiko (I’m Japanese-American) and have seen Kantha done by other YTers, K3n Clothtales and Jeri Bellini.
I enjoy handwork of any kind. I have put many differ t patches on the clothes of my children(14). This book looks so interesting.
I have never added patchwork to a quilt, but I added patches to my three sons pants when they were toddlers haha.
I love your videos and all your great information you freely give to us quilters.
Debi
I have never added patchwork to clothing but recently I have been seeing jeans made into bell bottoms by adding cotton and I’m intrigued.
Kanthe, buro and sashiko are fascinating. On my design board right now is the makings of a Hanten jacket which will be 100% pieced. Excited to get going on this project!
Yes, I have, mostly for mending. I would love the book about Kantha. I am fascinated by the layers!
I have added patchwork to bags, sewing machine covers, rug mugs and much more.
I have never added patchwork to clothing, but I did use it on handbags.
What an interesting technique! Growing up , when we patched our clothing etc we tried to hide the patches. I love this look where it is designed to purposely “show” those patches Would love to own the book to try my hand at what looks like a relaxing art form Thanks so much Pat for showing us new ideas
Love your Make A Wish quilt. It came out lovely. The needlepoint came out GREAT! This book Kantha looks interesting. I have seen pieces done in the past but have never attempted it. I love your stories and the different things you talk about. I feel a lot better knowing it isn’t just me and that a seasoned quilter such as you also runs into a quandary now and then. Thank you for all you do for this community.
I added patchwork to clothing years ago but not recently. Might look into that again.
Yes Yes Yes!
I love Kantha quilting, Boro and the Korean style(name escapes me at present). This would be a wonderful book to have as a reference. Thank you Pat 😍
I love using used clothing to make quilts and new clothing as I love the challenge of making new from old.
I’m working on a quilted coat, not quite the same, but now I’m thinking adding extra stitching would be interesting! Thank you for this opportunity!
I would love to own this book. I love to hand stitch on my quilts or a cute craft project to add interest.
Thank you for this. I love your videos.
My friend in Florida sent me 10 pair of jeans to patch for him. It was fun trying to come up with different designs.
Yes Pat. I have added patchwork & embroidery to clothes! Mostly to prolong the clothing life but also to add a little something special. I have 6 children so hand-me-downs were a fact of life in our home especially for those special items that still had a lot yet to give inspite of a small hole, stain, or worn spot!
Also, I follow Kate from “The Last Homely House” on YouTube. She recently made a Kantha Quilt and talked a little on the history of Kantha quilts. It was most interesting and I would love to have an opportunity to win this book!! Thank you Pat‼️💕💕💕
Yes, we added patchwork to clothing, that was in the 70’s though. I’ve been reading and watching videos on Kanatha and Kawandi stitching over the past few months along with visible mending, which I believe fits well with both styles of quilting.
Thanks for offering this beautiful Kantha book. Yes, I have absolutely added patchwork to clothing. I have also made a quilted jacket. I would enjoy reading about the history of Kantha. Thank you and Gregg for your videos and all you do to create a vibrant quilting community.
I added embroidery to my clothes in the 70’s and 80’s also. Now I just love to to it on quilts, journals, tote bags etc.
I have added patchwork to clothing and added some embroidery at the same time. I have never done Kantha and it sounds like so much fun. I think I might purchase the book and try it. I have 10 great grandchildren and there’s no end to what I might be able to do.
I haven’t added any patchwork to any clothes but Maybe a little embroidery would be more my style!That book is something I’d love to own, I enjoy just keeping those kind of books and leisurely going thru them over the years. Pat, I love your videos and all you fabric lines!
Hello Pat!
You are bringing back some great memories for me! In the 70s, I had a pair of faded, worn out denim coveralls that I embellished in embroidery stitches & covered in fun patches. (Think I still have those!)
Now, my daughter loves to create patchwork that she uses to fill in the backs of jean jackets – she does beautiful work!
I think using Kantha as quilting is gorgeous & really interests me. Would love to try it out on a small project.
-Kathleen
Yes I’ve added heart shaped patches to some of my jeans. Fun project and would love to win the book to learn the authentic stitches. Shredded leg jeans are so popular these days. I have a pair that have shred naturally and wear them around the house although they are similar to purchased shred jeans. I stopped at store for couple of quick items wearing my old shreds. The young well dressed gentleman ahead of me smiled and said hello as I joined the checkout line. I saw him glance at my jeans and my cheeks blushed a little…was I in need or were they fashion?? When his turn to check out he moved the dividing bar between our items and said to the clerk…ring these too!! Oh my I said oh no sir I can pay for my items, he turned and handed me my bag and said have a lovely day! Bless his generous heart! I thanked him and went to my truck thinking no more shredded jeans outside the house!! Or try Kantha Stitching!! Thank you Pat and authors for very special opportunity.
I remember it was big to add patches, ribbon trim to cuffs, etc. in the 1970s. Grandma always patched Dad’s jeans. Last summer I started to add a colorful piece of fabric as a patch to a pair of jeans but got stuck. I think if I use this method of stitching it should work. Now to find where I stashed those jeans. LOL! Wish me luck!
I added patchwork to clothing in the 70’s when in college but see it often now. Maybe it’s time to do it again!
The Kantha book looks very interesting and I would love to own it.
I have watched several YouTube videos on Kantha and would love to try it myself. I used to put patches on my husband’s jeans back in the day.
I have never added patchwork to clothing, but I certainly have added clothing to patchwork. Kantha style quilting came to my attention only a few months ago and I was instantly drawn to it. I love seeing these traditional arts revived, for both their beauty and practicality. What a lovely way to give new life and purpose to that favorite piece of clothing that’s no longer wearable!
When I was a teenager I added “patchwork “ to a Jean jacket. I had no clue what patchwork or quilting was at that time.
This book seems fascinating!!!
Back in the 70’s and 80s I would add things to my jean pockets and on my denim jackets. I’ve seen a Kantha quilt made by Kate at the Last Homely House and Terry Rowland. I’d love to have the book to get a better understanding of this type of quilting. Love your video’s.
I don’t remember ever adding patchwork to my own clothing, but did for my kids in the 80’s. I am very intrigued with kantha and would love to read this book and attempt the stitching. 😊
I’ve added embroidery and some patches to clothing, but never something quilted. Many years ago, I participated in a round robin that wasn’t a quilt top but a jacket. Each person did one element of the pattern, a sleeve, front piece, back. I finished it for my daughter. It was fun to do and very different. I think it would be fun to maybe do one again.
I used to patch jeans a lot! Not so much recently though. Kantha looks like a whole new level of “patching”.
I have added patchwork across the shoulders of my denim jacket.
Hi would love the book for the giveaway, fabric and stitching and different cultures of stitching and fabric design has fascinated me all my life. So happy to see a giveaway that includes Canada. Happy quilting, keep up the amazing videos!
I’ve used just a small bit of patchwork to some jeans.
I have patched clothing but I haven’t used patchwork. But, it is something that I am very interested in doing.
I have added patches to clothing many years ago. I love the hand stitching on clothes too.
Would love to win this book! I have been wanting to add this art form to a denim shirt. Thanks for the giveaway.❤️
Hi pat love the pear quilt looks great. I have never added patchwork to clothing, the closest I’ve gotten to that was a patch to repair a tear or appliqué patches. Have a good day.