How do you use the Fibonacci sequence in quilts? This article gives examples showing the different ways of using Fibonacci in quilting.
Meet textile artist Annemeike Mein. Her wildlife art is very unique as well as her story.
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Gallen unique outerwear piece featuring our Paisley Adventure pattern. It is a quilted coat with details such as front pockets, a central closure with snaps, sleeves with gathered cuffs, and a hood. 100% recycle polyester linning.
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Never make the mistake of forgetting these 4 important things to include when you gift a quilt! You'll be so glad that you did #4!!
The Star Flower quilt block is a fairly easy block to make using half square triangles. Some people refer to this as a Lemoyne Star but that's not really correct as this one is constructed differently and as stated above, is made with HST's. The unfinished size of this block is 10½', finished size 10'. What You Need: 4 x 3' squares of the main fabric 2 x 5' squares of the main fabric 2 x 5' squares of contrasting fabric - no 1 2 x 5' squares of contrasting fabric - no 2 Tools We Used in this Tutorial
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One of my ideas for the Mouthy Stitches pouch swap was a twisted panel, so I made a practice one..... I posted it in the Flickr group - and was promptly asked to write a tutorial for it.......of course I had no photos, so I made another one, slightly smaller and took photos as I went along. This tute shows you how to make one side of a pouch (or a bag, cushion, etc - whatever - the theory can be applied to any project you want to make, you just have to recalculate the sizes) and my side panel is 7" x 12" with a twisted panel, incorporating 5 twists, that finishes around 3.5" square. Please note this is my first tutorial - so go easy on me!! This is the same methodology as Quilt-as-you-go and if any of it doesn't make sense, drop me a line and I'll help in any way I can! What you will need: heavy duty interfacing ruler pencil main fabric (mine is Kona Everglade) scraps of fabric at least 1.5" wide and 5" long (these are for the twists) note - use starch on your fabric - it helps when cutting and piecing What to cut: heavy duty interfacing, 1 piece, 7" x 12" twist scraps, 5 pieces, 1.5" x 5" main fabric 5 pieces, 1.5" x 5" 4 pieces, 1.25" x 5" (we'll call these the spacers) 1 piece, 5" x 3.5" (this will be trimmed later) 1 piece 5" x 6.5" (this will be trimmed later) 2 pieces, 2.5" x 12" (these will be trimmed later) What to do: 1. Mark up the interfacing with your pencil and ruler: measure in 1.5" from each long side and draw a line measure in 3" from one short side and draw a line from the 3" line, measure and mark a further 4 lines, 3/4" apart set aside 'til later I got a bit excited and drew one more line than I needed - you only need an extra 4 to the right of the 3" line 2. Sew your twists: Using all the fabric pieces sized 1.5" x 5", sew each of the scrap pieces to a main fabric piece down one long side and with a 1/4" seam I chain pieced these Press open the seams (this makes it easier to get a good edge), then finger press the twists closed along the seam line, wrong sides together and press again Trim the twists so they are 1" wide and 5" long Here are the 5 twists ready to go 3. Piece the panel: Lay the 5" x 3.5" on top of the interfacing, right side uppermost and centred between the top and bottom lines, carefully matching the 3" line and edge stitch to hold Lay your first twist along this line, carefully matching the long raw edges and edge stitch to hold The twist hasn't been edge stitched in this photo as yet Now it has... Lay 1 1.25" x 5" spacer on top of the twist, matching raw edges and sew through all thicknesses with a 1/4" seam where you just edge stitched Turn main fabric over to the right and press (the long edge of the folded out spacer should be aligned with the next 3/4" line drawn on the interfacing) Oops - forgot to take a photo after the first one, but it's just the same all along - here's the 1.25" x 5" spacer folded out after the 2nd twist and ready to be edge stitched Edge stitch the raw edge Continue adding the twists in this manner until you have stitched down the last one. You will not have any spacers left, but that's ok, because now you'll use the 5" x 6.5" piece to complete the width of the panel 4. Create the Twist: from the back of the piece, sew along one of the 1.5" lines to hold your twists in place I've turned it over so you can see what it should look like fold the other end of each twist to the opposite side and pin to hold Stay stitch along the 1.5" line at the bottom to hold the panel is looking a bit wonky now, but don't fret - it sorts itself out eventually! 5. Complete the panel: Sew the remaining main fabric pieces (12" x 2.5") to the top and bottom of the panel and press open Trim the panel and use as you like.... Let me know if you have a go....and I'm linking up to Tutorial Tuesday over at Lawson and Lotti's
Another quilt from Marsha the Thimbleberries lady. She does such a nice job on her piecing, it really makes my job so much easie...
Item Details. Another extraordinary handmade silk and silk velvet crazy patchwork quilt from our studio collection and dating from 1886/87, America. Made in rich jewel-like coloured silks and velvets embroidered with details including initials, dates, scissors, flowers etc. worked in hand worked silk embroidery. Patchworks such as this lovely example are the originators of recycling at its best, using tiny scraps and found pieces this quilt includes dress silks and velvets, cuttings from ribbons and such like. Probably made as a wedding quilt, perhaps by a mother for her daughters trousseau, no doubt some of the fabrics used would have been recognisable as a part of dresses etc. The quilt has been backed at a later date - possibly the 1930s with a scarlet, silky lining. It also has some later patches added over the years probably covering some damaged original patches. This is folk art piece, it has a charming naïve quality and was worked by someone who is untrained. The quilt is too fragile to use and deserves to be displayed on a wall or become part of a collection. You would never get tired of looking at it there is so much detail and interest. Measurements: 172 x 172cm Condition. The quilt is in good antique condition but is time worn from use, it has numerous rubs and losses to the surface of some of the thinner silk dress fabrics ribbons. These could be replaced and or repaired. All of the textiles we sell are genuine antiques and may have some the idiosyncrasies and small flaws that you would expect in an antique textile. Further Notes. We are able to accept layaway on this item, please ask for details. We have lots more original and quality vintage items and textiles in our shop, https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TheTextileTreasury Where possible, we use recycled packaging when shipping items.
Though my soul may set in darkness, It will rise in perfect light, I have loved the stars too fondly To be fearful of the night. –Sarah W...
This square-on-point (four corners) apron is quick-to-make and perfect for the beginning sewer and yet clever enough to appeal to all sewers. Selecting the coordinating fabrics is SO easy because it looks good in every fabric you might choose. Whether modern, cottage, Christmas, or barbecue, the apron takes on the personality of the fabric! By
Quilts are thick because they are made of multiple layers of fabric. Thus, a 90/14 size needle is the best choice since it has a slim point, tapered shaft,
In this tutorial I am showing 8 easy ways to cut fabric perfectly straight. Every sewing project starts with cutting fabric straight, on-grain, and this is such an important step in creating a well-fitted garment or nice quilt.
Today’s the day that I release the Molli Sparkles Lava Lamp pattern! This block combines foundation paper piecing and raw edge appliqué. Each block measures 12 ½” by 16 ½”, so the…
There is an area in the south western part of Nova Scotia that is affectionately referred to by the locals as "The French Shore", approximately 40-50 miles from where we live. The spirit of l'Acadie runs deep in Nova Scotia. As one of the province's founding cultures, there are numerous reminders of the French settlers who first claimed Nova Scotia as their home in the seventeenth century. While driving through the Acadian Shore region, you will pass through several French-speaking villages and will marvel at the soaring beauty of the Acadian churches, one of which is Sacred Heart Church or l'Eglise Sacre Coeur located in Saulnierville, Nova Scotia. You might be asking yourself where I am going with this story. Please read on as I explain. Quilting and quilters know no boundaries and as we all know, can be found throughout the world, including the Acadian Shore of Nova Scotia. Three short years ago La Guilde Acadienne de Clare was formed and with a lot of hard work and dedication to the craft, the founding members decided to organize and host an annual quilt show and sale in the Sacred Heart Church. On Sunday afternoon I dropped off five of my quilts to be included in the display. Today, Mr. Painted Quilt, Ollie and I made the trip up the French Shore to visit the show. Here is the breathtaking view taken from what used to be the choir loft. A virtual sea of over 200 quilts in every color of the spectrum...and all locally made! EDIT: I have added a copyright watermark to the above photo because people have been using it without my permission for their own personal gain. I have specifically stated on the sidebar of my blog that I am very approachable and easy going and have never refused anyone who has asked permission to use any of my photos, written material or free patterns. Having said that, I do get kinda miffed when people just assume that they can lift or copy my personal property without asking. Below is one of the guild members in traditional Acadian attire. The quilts on display were stunning. And do you recognize this one? It's my friend Debra's version of Safe Harbor! Cool, huh? And while I'm on the subject of Safe Harbor, I was speaking with my friend and longarm quilter Alice just this afternoon and my Safe Harbor is on it's way back to me as I write this. With any luck it should be here by Friday and you know that I will start to bind it as soon as soon as I tear open the box. I'm hoping to have the patterns ready for sale in my Etsy shop within the next two weeks, so please bear with me. If you're in the area this week, treat yourself to the show. This year the dates are July 29 - August 2nd. There are even a few quilt shops in the area that sell fabric at great prices and sewing machines too! And if you can't make it this year, why not think about attending next year? Nova Scotia is a wonderful place to visit and an even greater place to call home. The scenery is spectacular, the people are the friendliest on earth and the seafood is to die for! So when are you coming? Happy stitching! Note* If you'd like to read more about the Acadian culture, just click HERE.
Grab your fabric scraps because this butterfly paper piecing pattern is about to transform them! The finished block creates a 24" wall hanging or stitch a few together for a stunning quilt.
Bloom and Glow Quilt is the latest pattern by Heather of Heck Yes Sew Co. This kit features Art Gallery Fabrics in a cover version throw size 65" x 65". *Background fabric could be Creme de la Creme or Pearl. Backing and binding not included. Pattern not included. Purchase directly here. From the designer: The Bloom And Glow Quilt was inspired by evening walks through wildflower fields and how golden hour light shines through individual blooms. The name is also a nod to the lyrics "bloom and grow" from the song "Edelweiss", as the design loosely resembles the song's namesake flower. This pattern is listed as an intermediate skill level and utilizes techniques such as cutting templates, sewing curves, and trimming half rectangle triangles. The pattern includes a link to a step-by-step video tutorial that shows all of the steps for making each block.
#1 by Becky Brown I have never forgotten this advertising slogan for Fruit Stripe gum about 50 years ago. So when I check the Flickr page I often say "Yipes..." Stripes! #1 By Dustin Cecil Dustin's ticking vision has been inspirational. He is using heavy weight ticking like for pillows. Moda's Indigo Crossing Wovens by Polly Minnick & Laurie Simpson I noticed Minnick & Simpson did a great line of wovens last year and they have a quilt-weight ticking.....if you are inspired. Here are a few of the striped blocks I've found on our Flickr page. #1 By CLMTQuilter #1 by Rosemary with sashing already begun. Block # 1 with its frame around the star just asked for stripes, mitered one way or the other. #1 By Denise in Texas #1 By KVMQ #1 By Susan #1 By RCCheryl #1 By Terry at Honas52 #1 By SuzieK OzFarmer Red and white stripes. #2 By SuzieK OzFarmer She's used stripes in Block 2 too. #2 By Dustin Cecil It's hard to even see the star here. The complexity is amazing. #1 By Denise in Texas I think Dustin inspired Denise too.
Make a robe from a vintage sheet - DIY sewing tutorial
We all have projects that just never seem to get finished. Quilters sometimes call them UFOs–Un-Finished Objects–and these projects are almost always the source of guilt and self-critic…
tools that I use for hand quilting: japanese sashiko thread, sashiko needles, water soluble graphite pencil, a "nimble" leather thimble (with a reinforced metal tip), glass head long pins.
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Today’s topic is somewhat of an advanced one, but it’s not necessarily hard to understand. It’s about how to measure your hips. Most of the pattern instructions I’ve seen, including American sewing patterns such as the “Big 4″ and European sewing patterns such as Burda and Patrones, tell you to simply measure the widest part of your […]
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
Rowan Pure milk cotton - so soft!
Granny crochet blankets come in all shapes and sizes, and today our focus is on those made with squares. Big or small - no matter!
Folk Art Fun and Paint N' Play were my two camp classes this past week at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts. I had such a blast with my 5-7 year olds in exploring and creating lots of awesome artwork! Here are some examples of my student work from this week.... Bubble Wrap Printing and a Crazy Quilt Square My ugly doll samples. Shaving Cream Marbling/ Suminagachi Marbling from Dick Blick Ugly Dolls Button Collage Decoupage Ceramic Plates (Dollartree.com) Mexican Folk Art: Yarn Painting Bubble Wrap Prints Race Car Paintings Amante Bark Painting of chickens, done on paper bags Faith Ringgold Story Quilts Guatemalan Worry Dolls made from twisting pipe cleaners. Pieced together Crazy Quilt Patterned Landscapes inspired by folk art quilts. Bean Mosaics Paper weaving made into a self portrait with quilt. I like to call this "they are precious when they sleep!" Construction paper collage quilt squares pieced together Tie Dye Shirts!!! Silhouette Cut Outs, Popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Cheaper than photography! More precious sleeping children! Top Row: Rubber Cement Resist Watercolor paintings Middle: Painting with Marbles ( used about 6 marbles in a tray at a time.) Bottom Row: Shaving Cream Marbling Symmetrical Paintings
