Coastal Themed Quilts

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Updated 27/03/2021

You love to visit the coast because of the pace of the sea, the smell of the salt, the seight of seagulls, and people laughing and playing. And if you want sea even when you're at home, a coastal themed quilt is a good item to have. These quilts come in many available styles and everyone is handmade and absolutely beautiful.

Buying Guide

Quilts have been an American tradition since the Mayflower arrived. The history of quilting to add warmth as bed covers and clothes goes as far back as the Medieval times in Europe. America has embraced this skill as a form of comfort as well as a decorative display for beds.

There are thousands of patterns for quilts. Coastal themed quilts are sunny, bright and fun. If you are looking for a lift in your spirits, surround yourself in the luxury of quilt warmth and the dreams of ocean side paradise.

How are quilts constructed?

Quilts are different from blankets, comforters and bedspreads in that they are constructed of 3 separate layers of fiber. Machine stitching has taken the place of hand stitching that was common in the past. Quality thread is used to guarantee the strength and form of the cover.

1st Layer - A full woven backing will commonly consist of 100% cotton quilt fabric, fleece, flannel, or muslin. It has the same stitching detail as the 3rd layer and can be reversed to expose a solid cover.
2nd Layer - The middle layer consists of a batting that provides insulation for the spread. It is made from cotton, wool or polyester. Other forms have recently been introduced, such as bamboo fibers. This filling can be thick or thin, depending on how much insulation you wish to have.
3rd Layer - The top layer traditionally has several even pieces of cotton fabric sewn together that present a colorful display of a theme. However, one full piece can be used and stitched for a more uniform scene. Different types of material, such as polyester microfiber or cotton denim.

What are the common styles of quilts?

The form of a quilt is consistent. The edges and sides are squared, rounded or scalloped. This makes them very accepting to any type of decor. The cotton blocks or full piece on the front make up the style with different themes. Coastal themed quilts work well with coastal, contemporary, beach, or shabby chic decors. Shams are included with many quilts.

What colors and prints are typical for coastal themed quilts?

Reflections of the sea are common with blue, green, white, tan and orange. However, all the colors of the rainbow and every shade in between can be found in available colors and prints. Sea shells, palm trees, fish and boats are examples of prints that represent coastal designs. Stripes and geometric shapes can also be found in this category. Any kind of patchwork is always welcome.