Whether a corded rotary phone or humble water pitcher, Sue Trevor’s household objects are all made from the same materials. The artist meticulously stitches ornamental sculptures that resemble common domestic items and vintage electronics. Covered in crisscrossed seams and textured rows, each piece is a product of combining embroidery, appliqué, and quilting techniques, and the resulting jewel-toned works are heavily adorned with flowers and other organic forms, shapes she derives directly from her garden in Loughborough, Leicestershire. More
If you’re a hand embroiderer, a quilter, a textile artist, or a crafter, you’ve probably run into situations where you could add words, text, and lettering to your projects. Hand embroidery is an excellent way to personalize gifts, household objects, momentos, quilts, journal covers – just about anything! Writing with your needle and thread can ...
My Welsh Wool Quilt I made this quilt using 'household objects' as would often have been done originally. Typical Welsh Desig...
Whether a corded rotary phone or humble water pitcher, Sue Trevor’s household objects are all made from the same materials. The artist meticulously stitches ornamental sculptures that resemble common domestic items and vintage electronics. Covered in crisscrossed seams and textured rows, each piece is a product of combining embroidery, appliqué, and quilting techniques, and the resulting jewel-toned works are heavily adorned with flowers and other organic forms, shapes she derives directly from her garden in Loughborough, Leicestershire. More
Switzerland-based artist Ulla Stina-Wikander (previously) continues her signature cross-stitched interventions on domestic objects. Items traditionally associated with women’s housekeeping, like elect
Ohi'a Lehua inspires expressions of love and beauty through Hawaiian storytelling, poetry, hula, and mele (song). Ohi'a wood was used for tools, weapons, and carving symbols of Hawaiian gods. If the Ohi'a Lehua was picked in ancient times it was thought to anger the "Goddess of Pele" and bring rain. Queen Quilt Handmade and handstitched Pattern Color: Wine Background Color: Pink Pattern: Ohia Blossom Size: 105" (266.7 cm) x 110" (279.4 cm) Each of our quilts has almost a million stitches in them and more than 1,000 hours of craftsmanship. Hawaiian quilting patterns traditionally reflected objects of nature or even everyday household objects which evoke the memory of loved ones. Objects such as plumeria blossoms, hair combs worn by Princess Kalulane, or a ginger lei. In general Hawaiian quilt patterns do not use humans or animals.
Dress forms have lovely firm shape, but are not like real bodies, especially those with extra body weight. Learn how you can customize your dress form with supplies from your pantry.
Hex signs are a form of Pennsylvania Dutch folk magick, expressed in barn paintings, quilts, and household objects. This fascinating poster details seven common hex signs and their traditional meanings. These posters from AzureGreen are printed on high-quality parchment paper. They’re suitable for framing or adding to a study folder or Book of Shadows. Each measures 8.5" x 11". Posters ship in a plastic sleeve with chipboard backing. Paper color and weight varies slightly between lots, so please keep that in mind if purchasing different posters.
My blog began in December, 2008, and I just realized that this is my 1,000th post. Now I wish I had something more exciting to write about than another vintage embroidery transfer, but at least it's a cute one.I do not know the publisher -- if you have any information about them, I'd love to he
Sweden-based artist Ulla Stina-Wikander (previously) continues her signature needlepoint interventions on domestic objects. Items traditionally associated with women’s housekeeping, like electric mixers and sewing machines along with hammers, wrenches, and axes, are cloaked in tightly fitting decorative designs. Stina-Wikander sources the needlepoint samples from flea markets and vintage stores, and is attracted to their connection with the now-anonymous people who made them. “These embroideries have been made by women and are often seen as kitsch and regarded as pretty worthless,” she states on her website. More
Sweden-based artist Ulla Stina-Wikander (previously) continues her signature needlepoint interventions on domestic objects. Items traditionally associated with women’s housekeeping, like electric mixers and sewing machines along with hammers, wrenches, and axes, are cloaked in tightly fitting decorative designs. Stina-Wikander sources the needlepoint samples from flea markets and vintage stores, and is attracted to their connection with the now-anonymous people who made them. “These embroideries have been made by women and are often seen as kitsch and regarded as pretty worthless,” she states on her website. More
Swedish designer Ulla-Stina Wikander covers household objects from the 70s with second-hand cross-stitch
My blog began in December, 2008, and I just realized that this is my 1,000th post. Now I wish I had something more exciting to write about than another vintage embroidery transfer, but at least it's a cute one.I do not know the publisher -- if you have any information about them, I'd love to he
You can read about the original antique quilt in an earlier post. Because my blocks are slightly smaller (3 instead of 3 1/2), I decided to make the quilt one block longer and wider. My version ended up at (50 x 57
Dress forms have lovely firm shape, but are not like real bodies, especially those with extra body weight. Learn how you can customize your dress form with supplies from your pantry.
When the most recent of issue of Family Fun magazine arrived last week, we did one of the activities right away! These rocket launchers made out of plastic cups were fun and very easy to make! To make one, cut 4 slits in the top rim of a plastic cup. They should be about 1/2 […]
My blog began in December, 2008, and I just realized that this is my 1,000th post. Now I wish I had something more exciting to write about than another vintage embroidery transfer, but at least it's a cute one.I do not know the publisher -- if you have any information about them, I'd love to he
My blog began in December, 2008, and I just realized that this is my 1,000th post. Now I wish I had something more exciting to write about than another vintage embroidery transfer, but at least it's a cute one.I do not know the publisher -- if you have any information about them, I'd love to he
Alcohol inks are brightly colored dye-based paints that are most often used in creating free flowing textures. They can be used alone in mixed media projects such as printing and stamping, jewelry making, fabric dying, and brightening up household objects. Many markers contain dye-based alcohol inks, so the tones and c
My blog began in December, 2008, and I just realized that this is my 1,000th post. Now I wish I had something more exciting to write about than another vintage embroidery transfer, but at least it's a cute one.I do not know the publisher -- if you have any information about them, I'd love to he
Cosseting and quite weighty throw, created in collaboration with Glasgow-based homeware designer Niki Jones. Hand-quilted, soft and lustrous cotton velvet. Pure linen reverse and cotton filling. For the end of a bed. ### Details Dry clean. 100% cotton velvet front, 100% linen reverse, 100% cotton filling.Made in India. 140 x 220cm.
Use simple household objects to create engaging and educational activities for babies. Check out this simple baby play idea with extensions for siblings!
I realize the posts have been a little thin the past couple of weeks -- mostly because of the events (some good and some bad) that are taking place in my life right now.We are in the last stages of a complete kitchen remodel :) and have to be out of the house for the Swedish floor refinishing :(
This tutorial will show you how to make a gorgeous pincushion that you can use for all your sewing tasks. Quick, fun and easy to make - great gift idea!
Anthurium This is one of the most popular flowers of Hawaii, partly because of its exotic shape and also because it will last as long as 3 weeks if cut in its prime. Anthurium ranges in color from pure white, pink-red, deep red, orange, red, green, and many others. The anthurium typifies the beauty of the islands for many visitors. Queen Quilt Handmade and handstitched Pattern Color: Mauve Pink Background Color: Off White Pattern: Anthurium Size: 105" (266.7 cm) x 110" (279.4 cm) Each of our quilts has almost a million stitches in them and more than 1,000 hours of craftsmanship. Hawaiian quilting patterns traditionally reflected objects of nature or even everyday household objects which evoke the memory of loved ones. Objects such as plumeria blossoms, hair combs worn by Princess Kalulane, or a ginger lei. In general Hawaiian quilt patterns do not use humans or animals.
If you’re a hand embroiderer, a quilter, a textile artist, or a crafter, you’ve probably run into situations where you could add words, text, and lettering to your projects. Hand embroidery is an excellent way to personalize gifts, household objects, momentos, quilts, journal covers – just about anything! Writing with your needle and thread can ...
Dress forms have lovely firm shape, but are not like real bodies, especially those with extra body weight. Learn how you can customize your dress form with supplies from your pantry.
DIY Little Classy Potholder Free Sewing Pattern & Tutorial
Pencil marks on fabric are unsightly and diminish the appearance of the fabric. If you find pencil marks on your clothing, upholstery, tablecloth or any other type of fabric, don’t worry. There is no need to throw out the fabric or just deal with a pencil mark.
We've always wanted to make a flower quilt, but haven't yet gotten it off the ground (so to speak). In the meantime, we keep adding flowers...
You know we love us a good hack on an item you think you already know, which is I popped over to The Today Show this morning to show the folks there a few new ways to use objects you likely have lying around the house. Ever wondered what to do with all of those pool noodles in the winter? Dozens of sharpies lying in your drawer? Leftover thumbtacks? We’ve got just the tricks.
Before you run out to buy that sewing notion you thought you couldn't live without, here are eight common household objects that double as unorthodox sewing tools.
No. 169 - Transfer Design for Basket Motifs. Blue. Price 25¢.These little basket motifs are lovely embroidered in delicate colors on finger tip towels, scarves, pincushions and other boudoir accessories. You'll want to use them on children's bibs, rompers and dresses,
We are so inspired by what Coulter Fussell has brought to our lives, not just…
This was a series quilt from Stitch 'n Sew magazine in 1978. Unfortunately, I only have the Mar/Apr and May/June issues, which means I only have full-sized patterns for the first 5 of 16 blocks. Fortunately, I was able to scan, clean and enlarge a small drawing of all of the patterns (although t
Now introducing the Seattle Quilt from Haptic Lab! This special quilt is carefully crafted by hand features a unique, quilted design. It's designed for warmth and breathability, so you'll stay cozy all night long. WHY WE LOVE IT Why Quilts? Quilts are tactile objects that absorb and accumulate our love. They are generational objects, heirlooms passed down within families as a way to keep our stories alive and familiar. The act of quilting is an act of love - a quilt is a talisman that protects and comforts when we're at our most vulnerable - in our sleep. The texture and warmth of a quilt conjures memories of home, and for some commemorate life's big moments: birth, marriage, and coming of age. Quilts are functional as bedding and as art, an unusual intersection for a household craft that has been predominantly seen as women's work. The value of a handmade quilt lies not just in the beauty of the piece, but in its sentimental value. These treasured keepsakes tell our stories, and a quilted map provides the scaffolding on which the story is held into focus: Haptic Lab quilts become a snapshot of a moment in time in a world that is rapidly changing. DETAILS 100% Organic Cotton Designed in Brooklyn, handmade by our partners in India Roads and ocean topography are entirely hand-stitched CARE For best quilt care, please machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, then tumble dry at the lowest sitting (or lay flat to air dry). SIZE 50"x 72" ABOUT HAPTIC LAB
"Blue Heron" by Jamie Wallen was created using a very unusual household object.
