Christmas Gifts - Art Quilt
I wanted to make my sister an art quilt similar to this one but with a neutral color theme so she could hang it in any room she wished. I had so much fun with this doing all of the sewing by hand. Time consuming but loads of fun to play around with different stitches. I really can't sew to save my life so I just googled a few videos on different types of stitches and away I went...lol! Here are the materials I chose:
I didn't end up using all of the materials, just a few patterns I thought went really well together. I have loads left for future ideas, I think I may make a few more of these as I loved the way it turned out. I went with the flow and didn't worry about making any mistakes (one you can see quite plainly......lol) I wanted it to look like I had made it, not purchased it. So some of the stitches aren't straight, I love that it isn't perfect it just adds charm! Here is what the finished quilt looks like:
The material squares have all been hand sewn onto canvas and I framed the inside with this gorgeous sequined trim I found in my ribbon stash. The material and the frame are the only items I went out and purchased, the rest of the products I found in my art cupboards. Oh I did go out into the yard to find a twig......lol! Here are some close ups of the individual squares, hope you like them!
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12 comments:
I love it! I think it's really beautiful .. I'm a huge fan of the neutrals colour palette .. and the individual squares are gorgeous!!
Okay, you seriously need to quit putting things on my to-do list...bwahahahhahhahaha!!! I will never do yours justice, but I am so doing this one with some pieces of cloth I have picked up here, there, and everywhere...ADORATION, chickers!
Wow! This is so beautiful i especially like squares two 5 and 6 but the whole thing is just totally delicious! TFS!
wow! this looks so beautiful...i would love to have your talent.
Totally gorgeous!! and DD also my fav. =D
Oh this is just amazing, I love your creativity.Really gorgeous work!
wow!!! so beautiful and the details are amazing!
b
Oh I love this soooo much! What a wonderful gift and every square is so unique and beautiful. What a treasure... You are full of talent. I hope life is going well for you... Miss you... wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season.
((hugs))
Dawn
It is gorgeous Diana, I am also amazed at your talent and the way you share it! I hope you had a wonderful xmas and time with your family.
Hugs
Totally awesome. I love all your ATCs. I especially love that little chair...I must break mine out!!!
I absolutely love this. Especially since you used what you already had on hand. : )
Really love this piece........love brown, love how you did it so well and all the details. So glad to know you! :)
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