Although I love the colorul tropical flowers of Florida, it’s refreshing to see different blossoms in other parts of the country. On a recent trip to the mountains of North Carolina, I was greeted by flowers at every turn. Even the “weeds” by the fence posts were note worthy! A few favorites follow. Click any […]
Do you know about the SAQA (Studio Art Quilt Associates) fund raising auction? Oh, it’s phenomenal! Hundreds of artists have donated quilts approximately 12″ x 12″ which will be auctioned online in batches. This is the one donated by my friend, Martha Wolfe, called Nasturtium. Click image for a larger view Martha constructed this piece entirely […]
In my previous post I showed you several examples of trees I’ve created over the years. Now, we’ll take a look at tree trunks. Again, there is no formula for this. Just a consideration of what’s important about the trunks in question. Here’s an early art quilt, Autumn Breeze. Since it depicts Aspen trees, I […]
Since I do a lot of quilts inspired by nature, I often need to depict trees. But, I don’t have a set “formula,” since every situation is different. Instead, I notice what’s important about the tree(s) and try to capture that. In the Mountain Meadow, below, I just needed a mass of green with some […]
Making a simple accordion book is very easy. I show you how to do it in my latest video. In addition to a no-measuring way to make the basic structure, I show you had to add both hand and machine stitching to your project. These little books are quick and fun. I hope you’ll check out […]
I’m trying something different. Rather than teaching for a guild, I’m renting a space in Melbourne, FL and personally coordinating all the class advertising and details. Kinda exciting (and scary.) August 1, 2011 Design Your Own Nature Quilt 6 hours, no sewing, $65, (includes $5 kit fee) Find full class details here, but first, check […]
I’m NOT a natural athlete. Back when I was taking tennis lessons, I just aimed for the middle of the opposite court and was happy to keep it between the lines. But, my instructor encouraged me to “hit with intent.” To notice my opponent’s position and direction of movement, and to aim accordingly. When making quilts […]
I’m currently editing my next video, which shows how to create a simple accordion book. I thought you’d enjoy seeing a sneak peak of some of the screen shots. Click any image for a larger view These mixed media books are so fast and easy that they’re almost addicting. I think both hand and machine […]
One of the exciting things about teaching is seeing my students achieve great results, and the joy they find in doing so. These photos, from a recent Show and Tell in Jacksonville, FL, show Double Reverse Applique students showing off their work. During the class, students made an apple using the very easy DRA technique. And, several […]
As you can tell from my messy studio, I’m still in the midst of the barn quilt. (I don’t do much cleaning up or putting away until the end of a project.) Click any image for a larger view. After buying all those new fabrics, I had to audition a few changes. What about multiple […]
