I am making one art quilt a month for 2013 and I will bind them all into a "book" at the end of the year. The art quilts of the month can be seen here.
For 2013 I have decided to make a small art quilt every month, and at the end of the year bind them all together into a book.
I have chosen to make the quilts based on something that happened that month. For this month the theme was snow! We have had way too much recently.
I had taken some pictures of birds at the bird feeder during a blizzard,
painted on fabric |
fusible web to attach the pieces |
thread painting and couching |
decorative yarn for couching |
I quilted the piece with a very thin polyester batting, and added beads for embellishment.
When the piece was finished I trimmed it to 6.5" x 8.5". Instead of binding I have decided to finish all the quilts like a pillow, with some stiff interfacing on the back piece of fabric.
opening at the side for turning around |
the back is a great place for writing |
close up of thread painting |
The finished piece is 6" x 8". Next time I will add some fusible web to the backing piece so that the layers can be fused together when the piece is turned around. I will add some beads or decorative stitches around the edge when I bind the quilts into a book.
A friend has decided to join me in making art quilts every month. She is planning on trying a new technique(s) every month. Maybe you will consider joining us?
sun dogs |
Have a great day and thanks for stopping by!❤
15 comments:
Joanne, that is awesome, great job. Look forward to seeing more.
Joanne - Fabulous! I LOVE the bird quilt... I'm sending your invite to my sister -- she is so much more "artsy" than me.
Hugs,
Karen
Lovely little bird!
WOW...I am continually in awe of your talent. Thanks for sharing your process. Hugs
A beautiful beginning to your art quilt, Joanne! It will be fun to see your monthly creations!
That is a great idea and the piece is just gorgeous.
Brr...it sounds cold.
Spectacular.Thansk for sharing your process!!
What a sweet little quilt! The thread painted bird is amazing. You have a wonderful talent. Looking forward to see what the rest of the year brings.
I love your little quilt. What a great idea! I look forward to seeing your monthly quilts.
fabulous little quilt.....you are off to a great start! Love the idea of a quilt a month and making it into a book. Looking forward to see what you do next!
That has turned out beautifully Joanne - You are so talented. Looking forward to the next one.
What a neat idea! And I love that you show the whole process. Very inspiring!
Great idea, your art quilt looks excellent, will be checking back next month to see your next quilt :)
Thank you so much for the inspiration. I never thought of doing what you have done with that adorable little bird picture. As a lover of all crafts, this will fit with my quilting, embroidery and I'm anxious to give it a try.
This is a great idea! And the Dino's
Ah bird looks amazing
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