Some nice African American quilts from the upcoming auction from the collection of Jonathan Demme.
The African American Quilting & Doll Making Guild will present “Threads of Freedom” at the West Park branch of the Cleveland Public Library, 3805 W. 157th St., Saturday, Feb 11 at 2 p.m.
From Garrison Keillor’s The Writer’s Alamac for October 29 I learned about folk artist and quilt maker, Harriet Powers. I had never heard of this woman or her quilts until today. I sa…
Date: ca. 1900. Geography: Made in United States. Culture: American. Medium: Cotton. Dimensions: 76 1/2 x 75 3/4 in. (194.3 x 192.4 cm). Classification: Tex...
The American Folk Art Museum is presenting a special satellite exhibition of 650 quilts called "Infinite Variety: Three Centuries of Red and White Quilts" that opened yesterday at the Park Avenue Armory. The historic 55,000-square-foot Wade Thompson Drill Hall of the armory houses the dramatic installation of red and white American quilts, all of which are on loan from the collection of Joanna S. Rose. It is the largest exhibition of quilts ever held in the city. This event is free to the public, and will run through Wednesday, March 30. A café and a book and gift shop will be open during show hours (11 AM - 5 PM on March 27 and March 30; 11 AM - 7 PM on March 28 and 29). The Park Avenue Armory is located at 643 Park Avenue between 66th and 67th Streets.
In my journey to learn more about the history of quilting and fiber arts, I have discovered some incredible makers, artists, thinkers and leaders. A couple weeks ago we talked about one of our founding Quilt Mothers, Nancy Crow, Marti Michell, Rachel Clark and Judith Scott. Today, I bring you someone who is not justContinue Reading...
The existence of American quilts that I was curious about when I went to second-hand clothing stores and flea markets. There are many things to worry about, such as the colour scheme, size, and condition, so it's hard to come across one of your own. And even if I buy it, I'm worried about how to decorate it because of its presence. But I'm sure it's something I've always liked. I dropped the quilt pattern I wanted into a cardigan. The fabric, which uses abundant mohair yarn and is carefully brushed using the old-fashioned method, is very soft. Although it is volumeless, it is light and very warm. MATERIALS 38% Mohair 25% Wool 21% Nylon 16% Acrylic MODEL HEIGHT 183cm / 6'0" Made in Japan
From Garrison Keillor’s The Writer’s Alamac for October 29 I learned about folk artist and quilt maker, Harriet Powers. I had never heard of this woman or her quilts until today. I sa…
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Here are examples of artistic expression from two isolated communities of the African diaspora. The quilters of Gee’s Bend, Alabama are fairly well-known here in the United States. Especial…
You don't really see the beauty of this c. 1930 quilt until you capture it with a photo. I think it sparkles with the light and dark fabric. Feedsack like, not a feedsack expert. Not a four patch or nine patch. Just random two inch squares. It is a very utilitarian quilt. Don't think I have ever seen this straight line quilting before. Looks like maybe they used a yardstick and drew lines on the back. Needs a day at the spa. But otherwise in pretty good shape.
I gathered my favorite Gee's Bend quilts, which you can buy directly from the artists! Learn about American quilting history and buy some art!
Hand made slow stitching kit now available. This American oak with acorns is handcrafted and fabrics are chosen to suit the design. This kit contains all fabrics and threads, including a detailed instruction booklet. Fabrics may vary due to availability. Finished artwork is approximately 16cm x 22cm. Enjoy.
The American Folk Art Museum in New York is exhibiting wartime quilts made by British soldiers from their uniforms in the 18th and 19th centuries.
This quilt has been in the works for a while, and in my head I'd deemed it our 'end of summer/early fall' quilt. It's primarily made from a charm pack of American Jane Happy Campers, and I will allow myself the disclaimer that this isn't my first choice for binding. But it's leftover from a…
Finally! Today is the day I can reveal my new Quilt Archaeology sew long project called Antebellum! This will be a long post, so plop in a comfy chair and grab your favorite drink (Iced tea for me!) and read on.... Here's the old quilt we will replicate. It may be a block in a larger quilt, but I think it makes a pretty great small quilt. As a country, we're all coping with this quarantine together, and being it's Memorial Day weekend, the summer is around the corner, and so is July 4th, I thought an Americana theme was appropriate for our little quilt. #USAStrong I named this project Antebellum, which means 'before the war', most often referring to the period of peace before the Civil War. Not many projects qualify for this time period, but I know that the original antique fabric I used to design these fabrics are all of the Antebellum period, so I felt it was justified. Can't you just see the ladies in their fine hoop dresses?! I hope you love this little quilt as much as I do, and I have a way you can get a kit with exactly the same fabrics absolutely FREE! Beginning right now and through Monday, May 25th, place an order of $35 or more (shipping not included) on my website for anything you'd like, and you will receive a kit for Antebellum free, free, free!! You'll also receive advanced cutting instructions. I'll get back to my free offer in a moment. If you'd like to make the quilt from your own fabrics, here are the fabric requirements: Light Fabric: 1/3 yard for background Blue Fabric: 7" x WOF for blocks Red #1: 5" x WOF for blocks Red #2: 8" x WOF for borders & binding I highly recommend preparing your fabric with spray starch or sizing as this helps immensely with cutting, piecing and pressing. The half square triangles will be made larger and trimmed to size. I used a Bloc-Loc ruler which you can find here. I'll post our first block instructions Friday, May 29th right here on my blog. No need to sign up for anything....just visit the blog every Friday. (The easiest way to receive the instructions is via email and you can read how to do that here.) The last post will be June 19th so you'll have plenty of time to sew the blocks together, and have it ready for summer, and July 4th. I'll post more about quilt finishing that week as well. Time to go shopping! Here's what's new.... In the mood for Americana quilts? I have quilt kits and patterns for my new Freedom Trail quilt. Another great summer quilt is Wash Day. Quilt kits and patterns are also available for this quilt. There's a whole new crop of color bank bundles in a wide variety of colors. Loads of light and shirting bundles, too! Check out six different options for Circa 1880 Nine Patch... ...and don't forget I have a new book, Vintage Treasures. It won't be hard to qualify for your free Antebellum kit! Just spend $35 (shipping not included) on my website and I'll automatically pack your Antebellum kit in with your order! I will have your orders processed and packed up to ship to you next week as quickly as possible. I am so excited to begin this next Quilt Archaeology sew-along on May 29th! I hope you are as well. I want to thank each and every one of you for supporting my little business making it possible for me to offer fun things like this. I know you have many choices for quilting goodies, and I appreciate each and every order I receive, as well as the fabrics you buy at your local quilt shop. So...let's get ready to have some fun! Click here to go shopping. I encourage you to follow me on Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes posts that don't appear here on the blog. Be well, my friends....keep on stitching!
The American Folk Art Museum in New York is exhibiting wartime quilts made by British soldiers from their uniforms in the 18th and 19th centuries.
How did art quilts establish themselves as an art form? Sandra Sider answers this question and more as she explores the history of the art quilt from 1980–1999.
With ric-rac trim and summer-quilt comfort, these One-of-a-Kind Kitty Quilt Shoes elevate cute to cutting-edge at the flick of a tail. Vintage American Quilt Upper Hand-Distressing & Patching Leather Sole Standard European Shoe Sizing
We shot Quilting Arts TV Series 2200 at KS Productions’ studio in Solon, Ohio, last month. The 13 episodes in this series will be released to participating Public TV stations in late July, and will also be available on DVD and digital download through The Quilting Company then. Series 2200 guests are: Lesley Riley Sandra Bruce Luana Rubin Susan Brubaker Knapp Vivika Hansen DeNegre Susan Shie Jill Jensen Maria Shell Laurie Ceesay Mary McCauley Heidi Proffety * Maggie Vanderweit* Cindy Grisdela* MJ Kinman* *these guests shot segments in September that appear in both Series 2100 and 2200. Here’s a sneak peek at all the creative goodness coming your way soon: Laurie Ceesay/www.laurieceesay.com Pop art portrait quilts Discount store embellishments Creating realistic hair in a portrait quilt Jane Davila/www.janedavila.com Using sprays and stencils on alternative surfaces Bohemian embellishments – tassels and pom moms Bespoke edge finishes for quilts and pillows Vivika Hansen DeNegre/Editor of Quilting Arts magazine Overprinting on fabric Matting special improvisational blocks Attaching embellishments with embroidery Quilts and prayer flags with a message Sandra Bruce/www.sandrabruce.com “Material Matrix” – Pixelated quilts Stitching words Bindings that match the inside of the quilt Jill Jensen/www.jilljensenart.com Linoleum block carving and printing Free-motion quilting to enhance imagery in art quilts Weekly quilt project Lesley Riley/www.LesleyRiley.com Eco-printing Wet-cyan printing Beyond the print – how to turn your eco and wet-cyan prints into unique works of nature inspired art with photo manipulation. (Shot for Series 2300) Mary McCauley/www.maryhmmccauley.com 3-D Quilted vessels (Shot for Series 2300) Greeting card pop-up Gift box Luana Rubin/www.eQuilter.com Trends from the Tokyo Quilt Show Quilts with a message Maria Shell/www.mariashell.com Improvisational piecing (shot for Series 2300) Blow it up! Sewing machine features you need Susan “Lucky” Shie/www.turtlemoon.com Journey of the artist Sketchbooks and drawing Susan Brubaker Knapp/www.bluemoonriver.com Simplified soy wax batik Succulent pin cushion Free-motion starts and stops Improving free-motion quilting: practice on panels Many thanks to our Quilting Arts TV Series 2200 sponsors: BERNINA of America, LLC Wooly Felted Wonders Marabu eQuilter.com Dharma Trading Co.
Soft, comfortable quilt with an organic cotton velvet front and natural undyed linen reverse. Filled with organic cotton wadding and finished with hand-stitched quilting by artisans in India. ### Details Dry clean only. Front: 100% cotton. Wadding: 100% cotton. Reverse: 100% linen.Made in India.These cotton fibres have been grown in a chemical and pesticide free environment.220 x 140cm.
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This is a project based on the art of contemporary American artist Faith Ringgold. I based this project loosely on the lesson plan posted here on the Project ARTiculate website. My Grade 7 classes first looked at photo examples of Faith's story quilts and then looked at her book "Tar Beach". She creates folk-art style acrylic paintings with a quilted fabric border which illustrate her childhood memories growing up in Harlem. She also includes words in her artwork by writing on her quilt with black Sharpies. Faith Ringgold, "Tar Beach" Students were asked to think of a childhood memory- something they would be able to draw- it could be anything- a favourite holiday, vacation, a simple family event or tradition, etc. They practiced drawing their composition first in their sketchbooks. I had pre-photocopied large paper (11x17") with a thick border. It just saves time, but you could also have students measure their own border if you want to use thicker paper. The border is for the faux quilt part. Student first drew their stories inside the border with pencil. Then coloured then with either markers or pencil crayons (press hard!) I had pre-cut squares (1 per student) of tagboard to be used as tracers for the patterned border. To create their quilt-like border, students went through magazines and looked for interesting textures/patterns/ etc and traced around the square template and cut them out. Most students just chose random photos, but you could encourage a colour theme (only warm or cool colours, for example) I'm wondering if you could do this with actual fabrics, but in my experience you need really sharp scissors to cut fabric, and then it frays, etc, etc. Maybe with colored felt?? Patterned scrapbook paper would look pretty, too. Glue these onto your border- use white glue with a paintbrush because I found those that used a gluestick (which I originally told them to do), well, those tended to peel off easily. When the border's all glued down and dried, use a fine point Sharpie and draw on little "stitch" marks to make it all look quilt-y. Students were also asked (some forgot) to write a sentence around the inside border describing what is happening in their story quilt. It adds a lovely, personal touch. Some of the stories are really funny and cute. Finally, students mounted them to larger colored construction paper for a nice border. Ta da! "Me punching a clown when I was 6!" lol An encounter with a creepy clown at a carnival. That's always traumatizing. A family vacation to Venice and being lost. Driving in his uncle's Lamborghini in Los Angeles.
A little-known depiction of Harlem literary life and African-American literature by Faith Ringgold is currently on view at the New York Public Library in its exhibition The ABC of It: Why Children's Books Matter.
DESIGNER'S NOTES‘Wisps of delicate lace dance in harmony amidst a background of classic Stockinette Stitches, making The Flora Napkin a gorgeous, eco-friendly accent to any dining room space. If you’re looking to knit a modern, farmhouse-chic, eco-friendly dining room napkin to amp up your dining room table, then look no further than The Flora Napkin knitting pattern!”INCLUDEDItem is a digital knitting pattern file containing written instructions, video tutorials, a stitch glossary, and more.SKILL LEVELBeginner / Advanced-beginner. Video tutorials included. View Skill ClassificationsLANGUAGEEnglish. The Flora Napkin knitting pattern is written in standard American terms.REQUIRED MATERIALSPattern includes linked shopping list. Yarn: Approx. 90 yards (77.724 meters) of DK/Light-Weight (Category 3)Needles: U.S. Size 6 (4 mm) DISCLAIMER All knitting patterns and crochet patterns are instant-download digital files. No patterns are shipped.COPYRIGHT STATEMENTAll Darling Jadore knitting patterns and crochet patterns and photographs on this website and on all our other platforms are the property of Darling Jadore and are thereby purchased under the agreement that they may not be distributed, copied, re-written, or re-sold. Darling Jadore is a registered business through the Secretary of State, and all Darling Jadore digital knitting pattern and crochet pattern digital files are protected by U.S. Copyright and are property of Darling Jadore. It is illegal to redistribute, sell, or share the pattern in part or in whole, electronically or physically. All finished items made from Darling Jadore knit and crochet digital patterns may be sold, so long as clear credit has been given to Darling Jadore on the buyer's website and on the buyer's social media account, if shown there. We do not sell or offer licensing rights to any of our photographs nor permit use of our photographs for any reason.©DarlingJadore; All rights reserved.View Skill ClassificationsResell finished product with pattern credit.©DarlingJadore; All rights reserved.
The American Folk Art Museum is digitizing the New York Quilt Project, an archive of over 6,000 quilts and their histories.
Quilt basting is essential to prepare your project for quilting. Learn how to make a quilt sandwich and discover 4 ways how to baste a quilt.
Bisa Butler creates portraits that are singular and striking. Her works, intricately layered and vibrantly colored quilts, resurface and reimagine historical narratives of Black life.
As promised, here are some pictures of the other Underground Railroad quilt I made using the 12" blocks from Eleanor Burns book, "Underground Railroad". Sorry about the poor quality of the pictures, but it was a little big for my design wall and is quite close to the fluorescent light at the ceiling. That seems to throw the colours off a bit and it's not hanging straight either! At least you get the idea! We had a huge pile of snow today, so I can't go outside and take a picture :-). Hopefully, someday I can get a better picture and I will add it to this post then. This quilt was done as a group project with 6 ladies that I met while living in Ancaster when DH went back to University to get his BEd degree. We lived in an apartment and came home on weekends occasionally where our son was 'holding the fort' :-). I worked at the Quilt Rack in Ancaster for those two years and met a lot of wonderful quilters. Getting together to sew in the evenings was great while DH was studying and attending classes. Each of us chose two blocks and made 6 identical ones. I did the basket block and the flying geese block. We sewed the log cabin blocks together one evening and each person did their own label block. I didn't have quite enough of the border fabric so had to get creative with the corners. I ended up having to piece the last 1 1/2" tan strip as I was running out of fabric! I put a solid blue strip in the center of each border and just managed. There are many fond memories in this quilt! I love this block! In a moment of insanity, I thought it would cool to handquilt a cable in the sashings! It took quite awhile to do this, but I really like it. But, now I really should handquilt the border too! I may quilt some feathers in the outside border. One of the blocks that I sewed: The label was copied onto fabric at a copy shop using the same process as printing on a Tshirt. I added leftover bits from my mini Underground Railroad quilt to make the block 12". Picture is a bit crooked, but here you can see the corner block. The colours are much more accurate on this picture.
A blog about quilting and a newbie quilter's journey.
In my journey to learn more about the history of quilting and fiber arts, I have discovered some incredible makers, artists, thinkers and leaders. A couple weeks ago we talked about one of our founding Quilt Mothers, Nancy Crow, Marti Michell, Rachel Clark and Judith Scott. Today, I bring you someone who is not justContinue Reading...
Americans voted on the most iconic works, and starting on August 4, they will be displayed in public spaces around the country.
The quilts of Gee's Bend - a powerful example of impoverished, black women creating works of art from scraps of fabric. Their story and work are inspiring.
Betty Ford-Smith was able to connect with Miss Sue to learn the pinecone heirloom quilting technique of hand quilting.
36 Sweet William mandjes helemaal af .Wat een klus ,niet het maken van de quilt maar het doorquilten. Steeds deed ik een of twee blokjes want dat waren tenslotte de 5 draadjes op een dag ,dan zie je dat er vooruitgang in zit. Maar op de een of andere manier lukte het me niet zo goed om beneden te quilten .Op de stoel in de erker zat niet lekker ,op de bank het licht was niet goed. De quilt belande een tijdje in de kast. Tot we een aantal weken geleden besloten we om de meubels eens anders te zetten, de zithoek naar achteren in de kamer en de eethoek naar voren, toen had ik ineens mijn quiltplekje gevonden. Op de bank met de juiste lamp ernaast. Jaaa toen ging het echt snel met de William Voor wie het nog niet weet, dat zijn niet veel mensen ,maar toch vermeld ik het nog even. De Sweet William begon in 2013 als blok van de maand bij Dorry. Iedere maand 3 mandjes en na een jaar in Mei 2014 waren alle mandjes klaar. Het is een ontwerp van Susan Smith. Heel leuk om te maken maar ik ben blij dat de quilt af is. O vergeet ik helemaal om de achterkant te laten zien want die is ook heel mooi.Volgend blogje komt de foto langs. Groetjes Lia
This post ends my current textile series, influences of other cultures on Indian textiles. Today’s topic is on a contemporary practice, surprisingly unknown to most outside the Siddhi Commun…
