It's been so long I'm not even sure where to begin, so I'll just start!
CQA Postcard Challenge
Please click here for challenge information
It seems like these small artworks should take no time at all, but let me disabuse you of that idea...one minute it's ten a.m. and the next it's time to start supper!
They're also irresistible, which makes them dangerous. Can't stop with just one!
Because I'm the Alberta North CQA Rep, I received a pink, hand-dyed fabric from the CQA's Executive Director, along with an invitation to make a postcard that represents my area. Of course I made an Alberta Rose!
And then I commented on a Facebook post made by the challenge sponsor, Cindy's Threadworks, and Cindy sent me two screen printed hand-dyes to make into postcards for the challenge!
The dragonfly only needed a bit of additional fabric and some stitch to enhance the print.
The hummingbird print received some stitch, green paint, and an eye dot to bring it to life.
Then it needed a snack, of course!
I'm not sure I dare start another! Must. Resist. (and get back to work!)
Speaking of work, isn't my 2020 social media badge pretty? We've been busy behind the scenes, and things are on track for National Juried Show entrants to receive notification letters in March, as planned. I can't wait to see lots of green badges on Facebook and Instagram when excited finalists start posting!
Client quilts, Fresh off the Frame:
I had a notion this gorgeous bargello should be feathered, and I soon learned that the quilt agreed!
It soundly rejected swirls in the background, and also despised diagonal lines through the piecing. Once I surrendered to feathers EVERYWHERE, we were off and running!
The feather spines echo the direction of the piecing, and the texture turned out better than I could have hoped. WHEW!!
The following quilts were delighted with edge-to-edge designs!
January also meant plenty of time with my grandchildren, so there was a lot of food to prepare, a lot of time in the car together, and not nearly as much quilting time. But, what a trade off!
Happy times!
Until next time,
Try, Learn, & Grow!
Carole
CQA Postcard Challenge
Please click here for challenge information
It seems like these small artworks should take no time at all, but let me disabuse you of that idea...one minute it's ten a.m. and the next it's time to start supper!
They're also irresistible, which makes them dangerous. Can't stop with just one!
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| FreshofftheFrame.com |
Because I'm the Alberta North CQA Rep, I received a pink, hand-dyed fabric from the CQA's Executive Director, along with an invitation to make a postcard that represents my area. Of course I made an Alberta Rose!
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| FreshofftheFrame.com |
And then I commented on a Facebook post made by the challenge sponsor, Cindy's Threadworks, and Cindy sent me two screen printed hand-dyes to make into postcards for the challenge!
The dragonfly only needed a bit of additional fabric and some stitch to enhance the print.
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| FreshofftheFrame.com |
The hummingbird print received some stitch, green paint, and an eye dot to bring it to life.
Then it needed a snack, of course!
 |
| FreshofftheFrame.com |
I'm not sure I dare start another! Must. Resist. (and get back to work!)
Speaking of work, isn't my 2020 social media badge pretty? We've been busy behind the scenes, and things are on track for National Juried Show entrants to receive notification letters in March, as planned. I can't wait to see lots of green badges on Facebook and Instagram when excited finalists start posting!
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| FreshofftheFrame.com |
Client quilts, Fresh off the Frame:
I had a notion this gorgeous bargello should be feathered, and I soon learned that the quilt agreed!
It soundly rejected swirls in the background, and also despised diagonal lines through the piecing. Once I surrendered to feathers EVERYWHERE, we were off and running!
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| Feathery client quilt! FreshofftheFrame.com |
The feather spines echo the direction of the piecing, and the texture turned out better than I could have hoped. WHEW!!
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| Don'tcha love the back of a quilt! FreshofftheFrame.com |
The following quilts were delighted with edge-to-edge designs!
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| Fantasy Flame pantograph finishes this show stopper with pizzazz FreshofftheFrame.com |
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| Modern Twist pantograph works well on this cozy quilt. FreshofftheFrame.com |
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| Ripples pantograph adds movement to this fun quilt! FreshofftheFrame.com |
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| Kandinsky pantograph on a stunning Gypsy Wife. FreshofftheFrame.com |
January also meant plenty of time with my grandchildren, so there was a lot of food to prepare, a lot of time in the car together, and not nearly as much quilting time. But, what a trade off!
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| Granny's tired, but someone else is still full of beans...haha! FreshofftheFrame.com |
Happy times!
Until next time,
Try, Learn, & Grow!
Carole
Wonderful. Love your postcard. Those customer quilts are amazing!! Spring soon (please)
ReplyDeleteThose postcards are amazing. The rest of the quilts are great, too. LOL and that last photo is priceless!
ReplyDeleteYes, what a good trade off! And still lots of quilty goodness happening for you.
ReplyDelete대전 홈타이 출장마사지 서비스는 24시간 연중무휴로 운영되어 시간 제약 없이 편리하게 이용하실 수 있습니다. 늦은 밤 호텔에 도착한 출장객이나 새벽에 피로를 느끼는. 대전출장마사지
ReplyDelete강남구구단 쩜오는 강남 유흥업소 트렌드의 정점에 선 프리미엄 룸싸롱입니다. 화려함을 넘어서 디테일까지 신경 쓴 서비스와 분위기로 이미 많은 단골 고객을 확보하고
ReplyDelete김해출장마사지 서비스는 김해광역시 전역에서 편안하게 전문 마사지를 받을 수 있는 출장 홈타이 서비스입니다. 고객님이 계신 곳으로 여성 전문 테라피스트가 직접
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