Finally decided to quilt a top I made in 2009 during our quilt retreat. For a change, I am quilting it using the darning foot instead of the stitch regulator. I am having a blast! I am marking it as I go along, using a stencil and the FriXion pen. As soon as I am done quilting the block, I iron it so the pen marks will disappear. It is turning out so nice! How about you, girls, quilting anything lately? … [Read more...] about Machine quilting without Stitch Regulator
Fusible applique tips
When working with fusible applique, I like to cut out some of the paper within the applique design, so as to avoid having a stiff applique area. Additionally, the less glue in my project the better, as the needle will move easily while I quilt. It also helps to have that 'window' if you want to include a particular section of fabric design. Here is what I mean: … [Read more...] about Fusible applique tips
A possible friendship?
My son Ryan and I captured this moment yesterday morning. Is it possible that Jamie and Sapphire will co-exist peacefully from now on? We have had three years of classic Tom & Jerry action at home with a twist: between cat and cat. Jamie, about 18 years old and 6 lbs, and Sapphire, 3, weighing about 15 lbs, share the house somewhat unfairly, as Jamie does not venture much beyond the first floor, too old to risk being killed by curiosity. Feisty Sapphire may be getting mellower as she ages. … [Read more...] about A possible friendship?
My garden
I was tending to my garden while most of you were asleep! Here is a picture of how it turned out. Ribbons, ric-rac, a bit of embroidery... and I have a little wall hanging for my studio. Now I wish I could go to sleep while many of you will tend to your real garden! … [Read more...] about My garden
Black & White
I am trying to decide what to do with these 12" black and white blocks I made a while ago. Sampler quilts are not my forte... Perhaps making three separate bags using two blocks for each bag. Or three table runners. Maybe I should use a yellow and black print fabric as sashing. If I turn these into a quilt, it will be scrappy since every block has different fabrics. Scrappy quilts present a challenge for me, although these are better because only two colors are involved. I suppose harmony plays … [Read more...] about Black & White
Ribbons
Still playing with ribbons... It can be so addicting! Gotta work on adjusting the pearls before the glue dries! This could be a pretty corsage, and I might use red satin ribbon as the teal one, instead of organza. Practice, practice... … [Read more...] about Ribbons