This is the first side I've started of the embroidery. I'm using perle 8 thread and chain stitch. I'm going all the way through the quilt and anchoring the thread by weaving it through the stitches instead of using knots. I suppose I should grab a shot of the underside!
Category: Quilting
I’m still here!
Work has been keeping me busy and exhausted! But that didn't stop me from translating this image from a Quiltmaker email into an Inklingo-able quilt! The block measures 16" because the orange peel collection contains a 4" unit, making the center block 8". The 4" HST is available in the 12" Storm At Sea collection… Continue reading I’m still here!
Transfer methods
So I need to transfer the poem extract to the quilt. I did some research and decided against using tulle, sewing through the paper, and various products conveniently available for sale and pricey. The carbon paper I have appears to have permanent properties, so I put that away. I decided that I was quite happy… Continue reading Transfer methods
Progress on the Irish Chain
Two nights ago, I thought this was all the quilting I had left. I was so excited to spray out all the blue marker lines, but was dismayed to discover that I missed a tiny, tiny portion. But that's okay, I'll quilt it before I start the embroidery of the words. Here is the print-out… Continue reading Progress on the Irish Chain
Some time has passed
Since I last posted. I've been busy quilting and quilting! Here's a picture of my current method of quilting. I'm now quilting without a hoop at all! I feel I am able to because I used Sharon Schamber's method of basting. It is fortunate, too, because the weather has been ridiculously hot and having the… Continue reading Some time has passed
Winding Ways cut out
All the pieces cut out using a small rotary cutter and rotatable cutting mat. Took a lot less time than scissors!
Winding Ways Printed
It took about 2 days to complete, but it's done and waiting to be cut and sewn! So much printing! All up, 108 pieces of fabric ironed with freezer paper and printed on. Total number of shapes: 300. Monkey's cheat sheet was invaluable!
The importance of scale
I decided to make this cute little bunny toy as a quick baby present for my friend because it's looking likely that the baby quilt I'm planning won't be finished before she is born. So I downloaded the pattern from the Alabama Chanin site and printed it up, cut out the pieces. But they didn't make… Continue reading The importance of scale
One project down, two to start!
My projects keep multiplying but my free time seems to be halving. Gah! So this skirt is finally done! It basically took a year from receiving it. The facets pattern is great, but there are a lot of shapes to sew around and cut out. My next Alabama project will be to attempt airbrushing and… Continue reading One project down, two to start!
Pictures of completed and in-progress!
Still quilting but making decent progress.
Alabama Chanin DIY Swing Skirt is finished!
But it's late and I want to take a decent picture of it. In the meantime, I'm still busily quilting away on the red and white quilt. I really love this part and I find it hard to stop for the night and go to bed. Unless my fingers are sore like this: It might… Continue reading Alabama Chanin DIY Swing Skirt is finished!