I love this twist on crazy-quilting by Smaranda B of France. Her CQ Journal Project block combines animals prints, unusual crocheted trims, and shisha embroidery into a composition that invokes Africa. Lovely! Go to the blog post for a clickable … Read More ...
Easter has arrived at Roxy Creations
Possibly the cutest Easter bunny softies and totes ever. Designed and stitched by Rachel of Roxy Creations. See more–including the link to her Etsy shop–at her blog post.
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Inspiration: Claudia W
When I first glimpsed this block, I literally gasped aloud. Claudia W of Austria created it for the CQ Journal Project 2012. While it salutes traditional crazy-quilting through its use of piecing and seam treatments, it is a decidedly modern … Read More ...
Newbie: Claire Thomas
These awesome throw pillows are the work of newbie stitcher Claire Thomas. She says, “I haven’t really embroidered much before, and once again instead of learning the ‘proper’ technique I jumped in and decided to create some cushions on … Read More ...
Inspiration: Jen Mullen
Jen Mullen of Bayou Quilts and Dolls creates, among other things, lovely prayer flags by hand-embroidering her eco-dyed fabrics. In case you’re not familiar with prayer flags, the blog of the Prayer Flag Project says,
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Just two stitches
I can’t stop looking at this remarkable embroidery by dozydotes. With two simple stitches–lazy daisy and French knot–she has created a colorful, textural work that invites study and touch. Lovely! Go to dozydotes’ flickr stream to see a large … Read More ...
Sandy L from Arkansas
This work was created for the Crazy-Quilt Journal Project 2012 by Sandy L of my home state, Arkansas. I love her delicate seam treatments. Go to the blog post for the clickable image that can be enlarged.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Ann Wood
If you groove on Ann Wood‘s amazing, scary owl fiber sculptures, you may be surprised to discover she has a sweet side. Witness: Miss Pink Ballerina. Gorgeous. And en pointe! See more at Ann’s blog.… Read More ...
“Shimmer” exhibit by John Eric Riis
Get a glimpse of John Eric Riis‘ solo show, Shimmer, through the lens and words of fiber artist Susan Lenz. The images in Susan’s review are clickable so you can enlarge them for study. Go to Susan’s post … Read More ...
Inspiration: kézzel és lélekkel
Remember when Manya of Kézzel és Lélekkel shared this sweet daisy-wreath embroidery pattern? Here’s how she worked it up for a ring-bearer pillow. The woven-picot petals and pearl accents add dimension and delicacy that flat embroidery could never achieve. … Read More ...
Inspiration: The Trouble with Crafting
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting created this hoop for a swap partner who said her tastes are “modern and traditional.” Great solution! Because it’s a doodle, there is no pattern to share, but there’s much to learn from enlarging … Read More ...
Using crocheted embellishments
I love this block created by MashaN of Russia for the CQ Journal Project 2012. I’m not sure whether it’s finished, but it’s certainly off to a gorgeous start, incorporating delicate crocheted embellishments into her stitching. Brava! See an image … Read More ...
Grossly lovely
This little art quilt is beautiful, well stitched…and it cracks me up! It’s called Petri Dish, and the motifs mimic different kinds of cells in culture. Those French knot critters look like something I’ve seen growing in my fridge. See … Read More ...
Our faves are All Dolled Up
The All Dolled Up art show at Vincennes University, curated by Nichol Brinkman of Pink Cheeks Studios, is now open! It features work by some of our all-time favorite needle artists: Jess Quinn , Mimi Kirchner, Jennifer Strunge, … Read More ...
Artist Interview – Allie gets famouser
Our beloved Allie Aller (Allie’s in Stitches) is the subject of a Lisa Fulmer interview on the C&T Publishing blog. Why is C&T talking about Allie? Because they’re the publishers of her rockin book, Allie Aller’s Crazy Quilting. See … Read More ...