Quilts Archive - Page 6 of 16

Dogwoods

We travel to Paducah, Ky occasionally for the quilt show. It’s the time of year that the Dogwoods are in bloom. When “a tree” was the challenge for one of my Fiber Art Friends’ projects, I thought these dogwoods would be something a little different than my normal subjects. I chose to use both white and pink blossoms where two trees overlap.

The methods are mostly applique. The blossoms have paint details, some are stitched down and some have petals that float above the surface of the quilt. Many of the centers have a bead embellishment.

31″ x 80″

All wall quilts have a “sleeve” attached at the top back for easy hanging using a dowel, or curtain rod.

Majestic Redwoods

Another Redwood quilt–I know, probably too many.

This scene was inspired by a recent trip to Richardson’s Grove…such a pretty park.

67″ wide x 65″ tall

The method is Mosaic piecing almost entirely for the background and the trees are free form collage. There is a layer of nylon tulle over the surface. Then it is heavily quilted with Superior Threads. (Warm cotton batting)

All wall quilts have a “sleeve” attached at the top back for easy hanging using a dowel, or curtain rod.

Many Have Come and Gone

This quilt was made during my “Thread Embroidery ” experimenting stage. The tree and the leaves are constructed of thread and then appliqued to the quilt top.

The quilt background is satin and has beaded details around the border.

51″ x 51″

All wall quilts have a “sleeve” attached at the top back for easy hanging using a dowel, or curtain rod.

Begonia Cluster

33″ x 67″ tall

This bright begonia inspired another quilt. I wanted a long narrow piece for a particular setting, so I cropped the image

to show just a cluster of flowers.

The quilt is a painted image which is then quilted heavily.

All wall quilts have a “sleeve” attached at the top back for easy hanging using a dowel, or curtain rod

Row, Row

Row, Row 35″ x 35″

During a photo op at Woodley Island Marina, I spotted an old row boat. Now I will admit that it was rather gray and weathered. But my little red boat resembles it a bit in spirit.

The quilt is a bit odd in that I decided to do the water in organza, so it’s very light weight and the boat is cotton. Probably not the best choice, but then experiments are a lot of what I do. :))

All wall quilts have a “sleeve” attached at the top back for easy hanging using a dowel, or curtain rod.

Maui Honeymoon

41″ wide x 31″ tall

This piece was commissioned by a friend for her daughter. The photo was taken on the daughter’s honeymoon and was a fond memory.

I enjoyed the challenge of making this piece with my focus being the tree.

A funny thing that happened involving this quilt was that a year later my husband and I took a trip to Maui.

He was walking up a trail to take photos and I told him I’d just wait. I was sitting on a rock wall looking around and came “face to face” or make that “face to tree” with this scene. I recognized it right away because I’d spent so much time working on it’s details. I was amazed that I’d stumble upon the same scene.

Looking Back

Looking Back

38″ x 53″ tall

I was looking through old family photos and came across 4 shots that my father took. They are of my sister, Connie and I, and when I saw the back view-inspiration struck! I could make a 2 sided quilt!

Techniques: The face side is painted on 1 piece of fabric. The back side is appliquéd using many fabrics to try to get the effect. What a fun, challenging project!

Mom (Sanna)

Mom (Sanna)

I always loved this photo of my Mom–she said she was 16 when it was taken.

Humboats

Humboats

35″ x 35″

This quilt was part of a challenge for our Fiber Art group. The boats were found at Woodley Island Marina in Eureka.

It was a painted piece which I slashed and offset to add a little different style.

All wall quilts have a “sleeve” attached at the top back for easy hanging using a dowel, or curtain rod.

Mariner’s Compass

90″ wide x 95″ long

This lovely quilt was made from a pattern found in an old American Quilter magazine. I made it for one of my granddaughters. Lots of work, but turned out well.