The last “note” in the most recent series: With the addition of hand embroidered trees, this piece is the closest to my original vision. I also love the “goose bumps” quilting on the left and the blue hand stitching. Maybe one of my favorite “notes.” Click on any image for a larger view. This […]
Click any image for a larger view See this piece framed “in” a see-through frame. Enjoy the entire series. Ellen Lindner
My latest set of three “Notes for a Friend” is now complete. Here’s #7. Click any image for a larger view. And here’s a detail shot. My original inspiration was a cloudy winter day. But two things happened along the way: 1 – I didn’t have the barely grey fabrics I needed for such imagery. […]
The fabric bombing in my front yard is so awesome! And I’m happy to report that, so far, it’s holding up to the elements – including a heavy rain. Check out some of the wonderful details. (Click any image for a larger view.) The piece above was made by Katherine Robinson. The hand is 3D, […]
I’ve been bombed! And it’s a good thing. That is, I’ve been fabric bombed. Or more accurately, my yard has. What is fabric bombing? It’s a very new thing, following the example of yarn bombing. With either, a venue is surprised to find their trees, fire hydrants, and other outdoor features have been covered with fabric (or […]
My art quilt buddies and I recently went on a “Photo Safari.” This is an outing in which we notice our surroundings, and photograph specific things. Things like something pretty, something ugly, contrasting items, the same item from three different positions, etc. It’s a fun and excellent exercise in observation and composition. We went […]
Oh my, don’t you love a bead store? And, of course, the pleasure of picking up a handful of these beauties and letting them run through your fingers. What great eye candy! I seldom use beads on my quilts, but I can’t help but love them! How ’bout you? Ellen Lindner P.S. These beads were […]
I recently updated an antique chair that I inherited from my grandmother. Many years ago I tried something similar with this same chair and painted it glossy black. What a mess. Every little drip and uneven spot was magnified by the glossiness and it looked terrible! So, the first thing I had to do was […]
Yikes! I realized that I needed more thread. After all, look at my thread drawer “before.” Click any image for a larger view I mean, where are the olive greens, browns, and light blues? I use these a lot, but I didn’t have them. Then, I got an ad from my local quilt store advertising […]
After taking a break, I’m finally back to quilting “York Wall.” (Click on image for a larger view.) I’m quilting twice around each of the stones. I like the effect. But, I can see that they’re definitely going to need haircuts! Ellen Lindner P.S. Did you know that my blog is searchable? See the search box […]
