Another week in the books, and a busy one coming up. I quilted a custom job for a friend, and have determined that I can't do this anymore...at least until my back is better. It was an easy project, but I had to stop a few times and rest when my back started to hurt too badly. Oh well, baby steps with my healing, which is so hard to do when there are quilts to be done.
This simple Chinese coins quilt is sophisticated in its use of color. The different fabrics are grouped by color family within the stacks of 'coins'. I love the soothing look of the quilt. These fabrics are all Tilda fabrics from a couple of different collections.
The customer requested ribbon candy quilting in the sashing and a double feather-leaf in the coins. It was a straightforward job, very zen to free motion quilt.
Lovely backing, too
The same customer also had this Edyta Sitar basket quilt to be done. This one used all Laundry Basket fabrics in the design. It is also quite beautiful.
Her piecing is precise and perfect. The hand buttonhole stitch on the basket handles added another level of expertise. The entire project is wonderful!
Panto: Alpine
The backing is one of the fabrics used in the construction of the top.
I worked on my Japanese indigos Usagi quilt, finishing the appliqué and adding the sashing, cornerstones and borders. Selecting the fabrics for the sashing and borders took a while, as I auditioned quite a few prospects before cutting and sewing. I am pleased with the resulting quilt top. I may hand quilt this with big stitch, but am apprehensive at how well I could do it. I'm not a stellar hand quilter.
Here is one block with the appliqué stitch shown
With the buttonhole appliqué done, I began adding the sashing and sewing the rows together
A few hours later, here is the finished top.
Around the yard, it is becoming evident Summer is on the wane. The hydrangea are getting their pink blush, and some are already turning brown. My pots are slowing down their blooming, and I have already emptied two that died completely. The hosta this year has been the biggest and most lush since we planted it years ago. Thankfully, the deer have left it alone this year. Mr Wazoo keeps everything weeded and trimmed, making our place a beautiful addition to the neighborhood.
We got another yard ornament at the Butternut Creek festival this year. This metal cut-out raccoon adds whimsey to the front yard.
The flowers may be slowing down, but the shades of green together make a calm and soothing landscape.
Today, I have a trunk show to present in Ellijay and have my two giant duffles packed and ready to go. My friend Audrey will be with me again, helping hold and fold quilts. The last show was a big hit, so I am now engaged to go to the sister facility of the first place. There will be some napping done when I get home! It is a lot of work doing these shows, but worth it to bring some excitement and knowledge to people. Plus, someone gets a free quilt! It is a win-win situation for me and the audience.
