Word
quilting
Phoneticsquilt·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkwɪɫtɪŋ/
UK/kwˈɪltɪŋ/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the activity of making a warm blanket by sewing two layers of fabric together with a soft filling in the middle. It often involves sewing small pieces of fabric into beautiful patterns.
n. the process of stitching together two layers of fabric with a layer of insulating padding between them. Often involves decorative needlework and the assembly of patchwork patterns.
Examples
“My grandmother spends every afternoon quilting in her sunroom.”
“The local community center offers a weekly quilting class where beginners learn to stitch traditional patterns.”
“While historically a practical method for repurposing fabric scraps into warm bedding, quilting has evolved into a sophisticated textile art form celebrated in galleries worldwide.”
Examples
simple
“My grandmother spends every afternoon quilting in her sunroom.”
contextual
“The local community center offers a weekly quilting class where beginners learn to stitch traditional patterns.”
complex
“While historically a practical method for repurposing fabric scraps into warm bedding, quilting has evolved into a sophisticated textile art form celebrated in galleries worldwide.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “quilting” in context.
Verb
01. master quilting
“It takes years of practice to truly master quilting complex patterns.”
verb + noun
02. quilting involves
“Quilting involves stitching together three layers of fabric.”
noun + verb
03. take up quilting
“He decided to take up quilting as a relaxing hobby during retirement.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. hand quilting
“Hand quilting takes much longer than using a sewing machine.”
adj + noun
05. intricate quilting
“The museum displayed blankets with incredibly intricate quilting.”
adj + noun
06. traditional quilting
“She learned traditional quilting techniques from her grandmother.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. quilting bee
“The local community center hosts a weekly quilting bee for seniors.”
noun + noun
08. quilting frame
“The fabric is stretched tightly across a large quilting frame.”
noun + noun
09. quilting pattern
“You can download a simple quilting pattern for your first project.”
noun + noun
10. a piece of quilting
“She showed me a beautiful piece of quilting she had just finished.”
11. quilting and patchwork
“The shop specializes in supplies for quilting and patchwork.”
Usage
Refers to the activity or the craft itself; the finished object is called a 'quilt'.
Real-World Examples
“Quilt-making throughout history has combined the practical craft of repurposing fabric with designs and needlework skills that reflect the quilter’s cultural traditions.” “Made in the late 1800s, the Meiji Period, the fisherman's jacket or donza featured indigo-dyed sleeves and tunic delicately sewn over with white geometric patterns using sashiko, a quilting technique of simple running stitches used to reinforce or patch textiles – or, as in this jacket, join layers of cloth together, in a technique known as boro.” “Guertin believes quilting is a powerful medium to help engage individuals with science, since the art form produces familiar, comforting handmade objects.” “The exhibition titled "folding: Culture Tradition in Quilts," hosted the Fen Art Museum Cooperstown New York, showcases some of the finest examples from the rich heritage of quilting.” Word family
NOUN
Related words
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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