We all know how cosy it is to snuggle under a quilt on chilly days, so how about a quilted garment or accessory for some portable warmth? In days gone by, before homes were heated, other than perhaps a comfy corner by the fireside, there was a greater need to wrap up in extra layers. With today’s high energy bills, perhaps this is something we should once again embrace. Patchworked and smaller quilted items are also a great way to use up leftovers and scraps, making them doubly thrifty!
HEADS AND TOES
In the eighteenth century, caps were a nifty way to keep one’s head warm around the house or in bed, as well as a useful solution to
