Here is the quilt I pieced for Michael and Daniela. The original pattern designed by Mabeth Oxenreider, published by American Patchwork & Quilting magazine, August 2006 issue, was made using batiks and was a bit larger. Since we were going to hand quilt it, I decided against using batiks. Thanks to Sue, Diana, Rosemary, Lee, Allisha, for all the hours (over 160 of them, in about 2 months!) we spent together laboring and laughing as we completed the quilt before the wedding day . … [Read more...] about Hand quilted beauty
Wedding
Wow! My son's wedding kept me away from my blogger duties for quite a few days! As the wedding day neared, preparations were very intense. My mom and sister came from Brazil one week before the event. Without their help I would have gone crazy! :-) Well, my friends might argue I was ALREADY there! The wedding ceremony was glorious. The reception went smoothly with lots of friends and family members celebrating with us, delicious food, and lots of dancing. The party lasted four hours. I am so … [Read more...] about Wedding
Boutonniere
My son's wedding is coming up fast. I am so glad I am not the one who needs to look good on the big day... lack of sleep is leaving dark gray tracks on my face! One of the reasons I did not sleep last night, and am already late getting to bed - boutonnieres. I have a few more to make but am afraid if I continue this project tonight the roses will look as fresh as I! :-) How do you like it? … [Read more...] about Boutonniere
Binding quilts
Two weeks away from my first son's wedding and I found the perfect activity to relieve stress: binding quilts. Nothing like easy (provided you properly wax the thread), repetitive (provided you don't have carpal tunnel problems on both wrists), and fun work (if you don't poke holes on your fingers) to take your mind away from wedding planning! Some quilters would rather have others bind their quilts. However, binding a quilt (by hand) is like saying goodbye to a new friend who has left a … [Read more...] about Binding quilts
Puzzle and giveaway
Once I took fabric and supplies to the Montessori school my boys used to attend and taught the kids how to compose landscape with fabric. Their projects were beautiful, creative, and were done by the end of the art class. At that time I made these two pieces. What does this place mat and the little wall hanging have in common? You could win a fat quarter bundle: become a member of this blog, send your answer via a comment, and pronto! I will pick the winner next Monday, April 30th. … [Read more...] about Puzzle and giveaway
Medallion – last border
I think I am done with this one. Now, I will quilt it, and bind it with black fabric. Do you like adding pieced borders to your quilts? There is a little bit of math involved, but nothing that would make you regret not having paid attention to math classes in school... I will quilt it as soon as I finish quilting the log cabin one (see previous post). How do you like my design? The scallops were fused over the green border. This technique is illustrated in one of Teri … [Read more...] about Medallion – last border