Sunset Kawandi – Round two!

I've finished round two of stitching on my sunset kawandi, and it was so worth it. I love that I spend time after each project evaluating, so I'm going to share my thoughts on this one with you. First off, I may never make anything larger than a placemat without a double gauze backing, ever … Continue reading Sunset Kawandi – Round two!

Kawandi Style Needle Book featuring Night Rainbow

I did a thing last month. I started a Kawandi Style Quilting group on Facebook. Turid, who is a blogging friend from way back, shared a needle book she made with a tiny Kawandi piece, and I was inspired. I have her permission to share a tutorial, so here you go - my tutorial for … Continue reading Kawandi Style Needle Book featuring Night Rainbow

Kawandi Style Quilting On-Demand

Guys - I did a big thing this week! I finally finished off my Kawandi Style Quilting On-Demand class! I've been working on this for a long time, trying to get it perfect. I realized it will never be perfect, so I pushed the button and released it. I'm so excited by the reception it … Continue reading Kawandi Style Quilting On-Demand

Kawandi at StitchFest, Lancaster

I’m getting so excited! My Kawandi style quilting classes at StitchFest in Lancaster, PA have been confirmed for August 4th & 5th. That means I will definitely be there! For the next few weeks I will be preparing kits, going over my presentation, and working up a written “pattern” to hand out to students.  There … Continue reading Kawandi at StitchFest, Lancaster

Deep Thoughts on Kawandi

I started writing an artist statement this week, with the goal of entering my Big Kawandi into art exhibits. After the positive response garnered at QuiltCon, I am curious to see how it is received by the fine arts community. Typically, when I’m making art I find flow and just work. I don’t set out … Continue reading Deep Thoughts on Kawandi