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 and unusual take on this artform. Every square inch deserves study, but the net in the upper-right corner is totally surprising and perfect. Yea, Claudia! Go to the blog post so you can click the image to enlarge it.
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Vintage French Needlework: 300 Authentic Cross-Stitch Patterns
Vintage French Needlework: 300 Authentic Cross-Stitch Patterns—Flowers, Borders, and Alphabets from Antique Textiles” by Véronique Maillard is a comprehensive collection that delves into the rich tradition of French embroidery from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Maillard, an embroidery … Read More ...
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