Art quilts

Three finished projects to start off the new year! Project #1: Hilde Morin workshop - January 16 & 17 Six of us - Marti, Janet, Ann, ...

From sewing to needlepoint to embroidery to quilting, Jo Avery learns everything she can and practices, building a large body of work.

This post is the first in a series of three “Finish Line” posts featuring students who excel at fabric collage. The three I chose—Darlene Determan, Joanne Hannon Shaw, and Marilyn David…

When I think of crafts, I picture these weird-looking items floating on Etsy like eternal shipwrecks that rise to the surface every time you genuinely need something. I mean, there’s nothing wrong with pursuing your hobby, but it’s a whole different story if you’re trying to make money out of something you wouldn’t buy yourself. Hence, there’s an entire craft-shaming movement that humorously mocks such instances.

If becoming a quilt artist is your heart’s desire then this class can help you get there. Let accomplished quilt artist, author and instructor, Heather Thomas, provide you with invaluable lessons that can help you cross the chasm from relying on the instructions of others to relying on your own skill set and artistic inclinations.

Make a raw-edge applique wall quilt with bright colors for a row of houses and flowers.

Miniature Art Quilts

Start with a full size pattern Draw, or purchase, print and assemble.

I had never heard of Lutradur before today. True, I am more of a traditional quilter, but I would love to begin doing more art quilts. I saw something today that really got me excited. This video about Lutradur, presented by Heather Thomas of Wild Heather Designs, really got my mind racing and my psyche saying, “YES!! This is so cool!” Let me first tell you a little about Lutradur. No, it is not a cholesterol medication, but it sure did sound like it to me at first. Lutradur is a spun-bond

Using the Parchment Pressing technique to create a collage quilt.