Welcome to my patchwork journal. I enjoy expressing myself through fiber. Tiny pieces of vintage quilt blocks and fabric combined with hand stitches create my art. When not quilting I'm living a patchwork life. Always changing and helping to keep me young and on my toes. Join me in my experiences and thoughts.
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Sunday, January 31, 2016
Sunday---Precious Promises
Sunday, January 24, 2016
Sunday---Precious Promises
Friday, January 22, 2016
Butterfly Treasure Keeper
I've made a second Treasure Keeper this week. Didn't have the time I wanted to spend with my little vintage bags, but that extra time will come later. This little bag has been tea dyed, and is embellished with fussy cut butterflies and hand stitches. Measuring 4 1/2 x 8 1/4 inches makes it perfect for reading glasses, a narrow personal treasure or gift. To me, quilting/stitching is a personal, creative enjoyment. I guess that is what a hobby should be. But, I also like to have purpose for my endeavors. I'm not sure what I'll do with the completed Treasure Keepers---donate, sell, give away--any ideas would be welcomed (remember I have about 100). I can say one thing for sure--- presently, I'm enjoying the creative process of taking these old vintage bags and re-purposing them into a present day useful item. Check out Off The Wall Friday to see some creative quilting. And as always Happy Quilting!
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Sunday, January 17, 2016
Sunday---Precious Promises
I am the bread of life; he that comes to me shall never hunger: and he that believes on me shall never thirst:...if any man eat of this bread, he shall live forever. John 6:35, 48, 51
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Sunday---Precious Promises
Happy are those who wash their robes clean and so have the right to eat the fruit from the tree of life and to go through the gates into the city.
Revelations 22:14, Good News Bible
Friday, January 8, 2016
I Call Them Treasure Keepers
What was inside the box is where my story begins. When hubby opened the box there were at least a hundred cloth bags. The bags were all different sizes and made from a soft cotton twill type fabric with a fleece lining.
Last year, I had my first glimmer of an idea. Make them into a gift bags. I had two small gifts to give for Christmas and I found two small bags perfect for gift giving.
I simply used a vintage 9-patch block. I had attached it with raw edge applique and some top stitching. Attached a piece of twine and placed the Christmas treasure inside.
I just finished this little Treasure Keeper as a birthday gift. The little bag measures 5 1/4" wide x 6 1/2" long. Perfect for a small gift.
***The top part of the bag is in a shadow. To begin my process I cut the seams on the bag and trim to a uniform size. Then I add my embellishments and quilting. For this bag I fussy cut fabric and fused them to the bag. Then added hand stitching, yarns, buttons and ribbon. Finally stitch it back together. This one is the natural color, but I have tea and coffee dyed a few to get a darker version.
I'm linking this post to Off The Wall, you may want to check out some of the other great ideas. Happy Quilting!
Sunday, January 3, 2016
Sunday---Precious Promises
We may make our plans, but God has the last word. You may think everything you do is right, but the Lord judges your motives. Ask the Lord to bless your plans, and you will be successful in carrying them out.
Proverbs 16: 1-3, Good News Bible
Friday, January 1, 2016
Happy New Year
Wishing everyone a very
Happy New Year
filled with
Sunshine and Flowers
and
Beautiful Quilt Projects
Happy Quilting!
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