Support small businesses while decorating your bedroom when you buy quilts made in the USA. Each American-made quilt is a practical work of art that lasts for years.
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When I went away to college, I took a quilt for my bed. This quilt wasn't fancy, but it was my favorite. My grandma handstitched this quilt made from fabric scraps. These cotton pieces were repurposed from the clothes Grandma made for my mom.
This quilt, now unusable because it's tattered and torn, stayed on my bed for a very long time after college, while I was still single, and after I married.
Today, you don't have to know a family member or have a close friend who makes quilts, though that's a great idea. You can shop online for a quilt made in the USA.
Why Buy A Made in the USA Quilt?
Many reasons exist for buying a quilt that's made in the USA. Most notably, you're buying a quality product. American quiltmakers make products with you, the consumer in mind. While they're earning a livable wage, they're creating a product that, if cared for, will last for decades. These quilts aren't being mass-produced thousands of miles away in desolate factories.
Along with the quality of the quilts, these makers are very good at what they do. They're also creative. And they're knowledgeable about the quilts they make. They know how to cut, pin, sew, seam, layer, and perform all the steps that go into making the quilt that's just right for you. They coordinate colors and patterns for a one-of-a-kind bed covering.
Another great reason for choosing to buy a quilt made in the USA is because you'll receive top-of-the-line customer service. That's because you're typically working directly with the maker. If problems arise, that maker's reputation is on the line to make it right.
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Why Choose A Quilt Over A Comforter or Duvet?
Maybe it's because I love the quilt my grandma made that I continue to choose a quilt over other types of bedding such as a comforter, blanket, or duvet. I suspect that's true, but I have other reasons as well.
I just like how crisp a quilt looks. A quilt isn't fluffy like a comforter or heavy like a duvet. Some duvets such as those made from linen create a more “messy” look that you might prefer.
I also enjoy the tactile experience I get from a quilt. I like the soft cotton fabric. It's breathable and feels cool to the touch. A quilt quickly warms me on cold winter nights. At the same time, it doesn't weigh me down so I can move with ease.
Essentially, a quilt differs from other bedding in that it typically consists of three layers of cotton, with batting sandwiched between the other two layers. These three layers are then stitched together, typically in some sort of pattern, to make a quilt.
While you'll find quilts made in the traditional fashion where pieces of fabric are sewn together, forming the top, you'll also find single-color quilts, too.
Most of our featured products are true quilts. I did sneak in a few alternative coverlets that are lightweight and come in single colors. I also included one blanket source that, though the product is woven, very much looks like a quilt and comes in a print style.
when you buy a quilt made in the USA.
Blankets are woven and can add an extra layer of softness and warmth, especially when they’re made of woven cotton. They can also enhance the look of your quilt when you layer them together.
A bedspread is the top layer for your bed and is intended to be pretty and also functional. It is meant to protect the bedding you sleep on. This is especially nice if you have pets who enjoy napping on your bed. Personally, I skip this addition and go right for the quilt.
How To Decorate With A Quilt
Each time I wish to update my bedding, my first covering choice is a quilt. It's my go-to. I like bright colors and something interesting, but nothing too flashy. A quilt can be your primary top cover.
You can also layer with quilts. Add a throw or duvet to the bottom third of your bed. You can also place a duvet or blanket over your top sheet, then place the quilt over it. Or, do just the opposite: add your top sheet, then quilt, then duvet.
Many quilts come with coordinating colors on the front and back. One side might have a pattern and the other side is made from a solid color. Fold one side back on your bed for added interest.
Layering your quilt with a matching blanket is nice because it adds not only texture and dimension but also warmth.
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Buy A Quilt Made in the USA
Unfortunately, there aren't very many quilt makers in the USA who advertise their products. It's much easier to find quilts made in other countries. To be honest, before I started purchasing only made in the USA, I bought a quilt from elsewhere. After three years of owning it, I have had to hire someone to re-stitch it in places on three different occasions. It's also starting to fade. I've learned my lesson. For my next quilt purchase, I'm buying ONLY made in the USA!
Still, we've managed to find some online makers, and we're thrilled to pass them on to you.
Buy Quilts Made in the USA
Share your favorite made-in-the-USA quilts in the comments below!
Amish Country Lanes
Amish Country Lanes originally was a means for shoppers to purchase Amish handcrafted quilts made within the Lancaster, Pennsylvania communities. Today, the website has expanded its offerings to anyone who handcrafts and sells their amazing quilts. You can also shop for quilted wall hangings and quilted tablecloths.
Amish Quilts
Buying an Amish-made quilt helps support Amish families while maintaining their Old Order lifestyle. This Amish Quilt, made in the “Feathered Roses” pattern, features a single color. It’s handstitched and sewn on a non-electric sewing machine in Wisconsin. Find this particular quilt on Etsy.
Bella Notte Linens
If you like the feel of linen, then you will love this linen coverlet from Bella Notte Linens. Choose from 18 different colors. These are available in sizes twin, queen, and king. They are small batch crafted and dyed to order. The fabrics are sourced from around the world and then crafted with great care in California. Note: This is a single-layer coverlet and not a quilt. Enjoy its luxurious, lightweight fabric in the same way as you would with a quilt.
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Black Mountain Quilts
Black Mountain Quilts is located in the town of Black Mountain, North Carolina, near the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains. Ensure you're getting an American-made quilt when you shop the "made in USA" tab on the website. You'll discover nearly two dozen selections in different styles, colors, and patterns, all made by quilters who live primarily in the southern regions of the U.S.
Cabin Creek Quilts
Cabin Creek Quilts features handmade, collectible quilts made in West Virginia. For 37 years Cabin Creek Quilts has been creating award-winning, well-crafted, quilts. These are bold, original, distinctive, one-of-a kind creations made from vibrant designer fabrics. These quilts have made their way from the West Virginia hills to Beverly Hills, California and The White House. Enjoy finding your own heirloom piece for your home.
Calpurnia Collection
Although made in New England, this specific Etsy finding from Calpurnia Collection features flowers found in Hawaii. I love the colorful, floral blocks that tell a story about Hawaii’s tropical fauna. Aloha! Shop Calpurnia Collection on Etsy.
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Campus Quilts
Campus Quilts, located in Louisville, Kentucky, has been featured on Rachel Ray, Fox News, and other notable places. The company focuses on making quilts from your old t-shirts, sweatshirts, ties, socks, hats, baby outfits, and any other memorable fabric. My friend had a memory quilt made from her dad's shirts.
Cozy Pure
Cozy Pure was one of the first eco-friendly companies in the US. It started by making mattresses but has expanded into other areas, including linens. Although these selections are more blankets than quilts, we feature them because they have the look and feel of quilts, but they're not layered with batting. Find printed and single-color Matelasse styles. These are made in Virginia from organic cotton. Find sizes from baby crib, throw, up through king size. Cozy Pure offers pillow covers to match.
Linoto
Snuggle up under this soft quilted linen coverlet made from 100% natural fibers by Linoto. The filling inside this cozy natural linen cover is made from a double layer of thick unbleached American made cotton fill (not polyester). The quilt is the perfect weight for all seasons. Since Linoto products are made in the USA in its New York workshop, the filling can be made with a combination of cotton and wool for a bit of extra warmth. No insert or additional duvet is required. Note: This selection is more of a coverlet than a quilt, meaning it isn't made from fabric pieces. However, it functions more like a quilt in being made in layers. Choose from 27 different colors, including stripe, and layer with Linoto linen sheets, bedskirts, and duvets.
Matteo
Matteo makes quilts in Los Angeles, California, using non-toxic dyes. This perfectly lightweight quilt is made from linen with polyester batting, then finished with a 1/4" linen binding. Choose from 14 different colors and twin, queen, or king sizes. Matteo is committed to American manufacturing and supplying its local community with dignified work.
Project Repat
Repatriate means to return to the country of origin. Thousands of textile jobs have gone overseas and Project Repat is helping to bring them back to the United States. The company makes its t-shirt quilts in North Carolina and Texas. The fabric comes from recycled t-shirts, or you can supply your own t-shirts. Each quilt's back is made from high-quality, soft fleece.
Quilts 4 Less
This Quilts 4 Less quilt features the Mariner's Star pattern and is Amish made in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It's brilliantly designed in warm, earthy colors. The scallop edging adds an extra touch to the design. Read more about Quilts 4 Less here.
Red Land Cotton
Red Land Cotton makes its bedding and other textiles from cotton grown on the family farm. Located in Alabama, this company continues to grow and provide American jobs throughout the deep south as the demand grows for American-made products. Each quilt is also filled with home-grown cotton for just the right amount of warmth. These are luxury quilts made to last for generations.
Retro Barn
Retro Barn carries a couple of USA-made coverlets that look quite nice on any bed. Choose from around 50 different fabrics in plaids and solids. The batting is a thick and fluffy polyfill. Please note that the sizes of coverlets are a bit narrower than a standard comforter; for deep mattresses you may want to order the next size up for your bed. Note: Not everything Retro Barn sells is made in the USA. Carefully read the product descriptions or type "Made in USA" into the search bar.
Rough Linen
Rough Linen cuts and crafts each of its linen blankets in California. These selections are made from soft, breathable linen and are offered in several colors. Each single-layer piece brings warmth in itself, or for extra warmth, layer with another coordinating piece. Order in twin, queen, or king sizes. Rough Linen is Oeko-Tex certified. Note: Products made in California are noted in each product description.
Check out our other USA Love List articles related to bedding listed throughout this post or below:
- Electric Blankets Made in the USA
- American Made Baby Blankets
- Buying a Mattress Made in USA: The Ultimate Source List
Have you visited our Made in USA Shopping District? It is the place to start your shopping when you want to find the best of American-made.
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