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Wednesday, February 26, 2014

An Evening Reception

If I only lived a little closer to Southern Oregon University, I would be there with bells on.  Being invited to an Evening Reception of an art show has always been a dream of mine---especially when your art is on display.  I received the invitation yesterday.


The creativity of the invitation makes the urge to attend even more desirable.  The reception will be held at the Thorndike Gallery, Southern Oregon University.  I love the stamp.  It is one of the quilts that will be on display at the show.  The show is in honor of Women's History Month.

The Notable Women Quilt Initiative will run from March 2 -20.  If you're in the area stop by and enjoy the quilts.



My quilt Still Saving Lives is honoring Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross.  Look for it among the quilts displayed.  Happy Quilting!

Sunday, February 23, 2014

Sunday---Precious Promises


The Lord your God is with you; his power gives you victory.  The Lord will take delight in you, and in his love he will give you new life. He will sing and be joyful over you.  Zephaniah 3:17

Sunday, February 16, 2014

Sunday---Precious Promises


The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;
    his mercies never come to an end;
 they are new every morning;
    great is your faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:22

Friday, February 14, 2014

Notable Woman Quilt Initiative

For the past few weeks I have been putting the finishing touches on the quilt I submitted for the Notable Woman Quilt Initiative sponsored by Rogue Art Quilters of Ashland, Oregon.  The quilt I titled Still Saving Lives, is featuring Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross.  The quilt is 24 inches square and features both machine quilting and hand stitching.  The small crosses are made from torn fabrics.  I used this technique after reading that tearing fabric for bandages was how Ms. Barton first responded to the need of the wounded on the battlefield during the American Civil War.  The small crosses are inside of a much larger cross, accented by machine quilting and hand stitches.  I used various cottons, silks, flannel, and organza.  Stencils were used for the wording.  I created this quilt in stages.  With this quilt there was a need for it to hang on my design wall for a day or two between ideas.  In fact, the quilt's look moved in a total different direction from my original sketch.  But, I think that is what is so interesting about art quilting.  The quilt takes on a life of its own.  Telling the quilt maker what needs to be done.  I had a wonderful time making this quilt and so glad to see it will be hanging with a wonderful group of art quilts.
 You can see all the quilts that  will be featured on the Notable Women website at http://notablewomenquiltinitiative.wordpress.com/  There is also a listing of venues for the quilts, some of you may be able to view them in person.


Another place to see great quilting ideas is on Nina-Marie's Off the Wall Friday check it out and Happy Quilting?

Happy Valentine's Day


Sunday, February 9, 2014

Sunday---Precious Promises



Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9

Thursday, February 6, 2014

Combining Stitches


I've been combining stitches lately and I loving it.  This quilt has many elements, but machine quilting with hand stitching is giving my quilts a little extra punch.  I have used this technique before on a few AAQI quilts.

Last year I made some Mug Rugs for friends.  After machine quilting, I added hand stitching using gold metallic thread. It, also, helped to accent the flight of a few butterflies.


Give it a try---it gives the quilt an added layer of interest.  Happy Quilting!


Sunday, February 2, 2014

Sunday---Precious Promises


The Lord will give strength unto his people.  Psalm 29:11