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A tradition dating back hundreds of years, patchworking was originally a way of ensuring that no offcuts of material were wasted. Now that it's back in vogue, we hope you'll find this video, taken from Kirstie's Homemade Home, helpful if you'd like to start your own patchwork quilt.
Have you made patchwork quilts in the past? Do you have hints and tips to share? You can leave comments in the form at the bottom of this page.
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