The cqg is running the JQ challenge again this year, the new size being 7"x10" I've decided that for the first four months at least, I will use them to explore texture. I was a bit stuck for January, and all I could think about for a theme was snow! While picking up all the threads and bits of snipped off fabric from the floor around my machine, I had a sudden flash of inspiration! They were all so colourful, with some glitzy bits of fabric and thread giving some sparkle, and too good to throw away. When I teased them out and placed them onto a piece of black felt, the first part of the quilt was there! I sprinkled over some star and snowflake sequins, covered it all with some dark net, backed it and quilted with some free machine stitching. To finish off, I found some white snowflake buttons which I placed randomly and stitched down. It reminded me of a dark, snowy night.
This looks so rich and luxurious.
ReplyDeleteCath, I save all my threads, in a bag, then use them up in postcards, add a little Angelina Fibre and they come alive. Give it a go. Jan
ReplyDeleteThanks ladies. Your idea sounds great too Jan, I'll definitely be getting down on my hands and knees a bit more often now, especially as thread is so expensive! Too good to waste eh!
ReplyDeletethis looks so fantastic.
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No wonder all you could think of was snow!!!! I love it! It reminds me of watching a fire work display on a cold bitter snowy night!!!!!
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