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
Good morning! I don't want a whole week to go buy without talking to you again. So, I dug through my files and found a quilt I haven't shared yet. Here is the Stars in Space throw quilt. It is a free pattern available on the AccuQuilt website. When AccuQuilt released their 9 1/2'" big … Continue reading Stars in Space Quilt
I have a new quilt pattern available in the March/April issue of Quiltmaker magazine! Gulls in the Air is my new favorite quilt. I'm so happy to have it back from it's photo shoot - I had forgotten how much I love it while it was gone. Gulls in the Air uses curved piecing with … Continue reading Gulls in the Air
For the last month of the 2019 Island Batik Ambassador program, we are playing with adding dimension to our projects. I have the perfect pattern in mind for my project. I don't usually do Christmas quilts, but I found a beauty by Yvonne at Quilting Jetgirl. Mod Star Tree is perfect for an adventurous beginner. … Continue reading The Mod Star Tree Quilt with Island Batik, Part 1
This past weekend I attended a modern quilting workshop at Gotham Quilts, led by Thomas Knauer. It was a fascinating experience. Digital Trunk Show On Saturday we met early, and Thomas did a presentation of his quilts. He explained how he entered the quilting world, and shared the stories behind many of his quilts. My … Continue reading Modern Art Quilting with Thomas Knauer
