Patchwork is something I have been wanting to get to grips with for quite some considerable time. My problem is not with the stitching but with the cutting. I have the rotary cutter the pressing board and the cutting board but each time I have tried to use the rotary cutter things have gone a tad wrong. I have lots of scraps that need using up and I want to make my own quilts so I recently sent off for a Dresden plate template and I am going to have a play. The reason behind going for the Dresden plate design is because it can be worked a little at a time and be something to do that is not going to take up a large amount of space - I can cut out the pieces and then work up the wheels a little at a time either by hand or on the machine and then when all the plates are worked they can be mounted and stitched, padded then backed and quilted. A little bit at a time for when I have not got much time and when time permits working as quickly as I can.
I have also started a subscription to a part work called Sew and Stitch in which you make a sea side themed quilt which consists of patchwork, applique and embroidery skills to create a bright and vibrant quilt. I want to have a stack of home made quilts with which to keep warm for my home as their bright and cheerful patterns add individuality to any home.
I also have lots of ideas for further projects and have been surfing on ebay looking for suitable patchwork fabric for future projects. I have my eye on a hexi quilt as well as a crazy patchwork quilt designs, but one step at a time I want to learn to do this properly.
I sent off for templates for Dresden Plate a larger and smaller size version and also a Double Wedding ring template [a Marti Michelle template] (this one was expensive but I love the design) I obtained this from the Cotton Patch (cost £27 with P & P about £31 but you get all the templates as well as different versions of the Double Wedding ring pattern and also two suggested quilting patterns for the completed quilt) and I want to use up smaller pieces of fabric both designs are ideal for this; I have to hand the smaller Dresden plate template is going to be ideal for this I have templates for the tie finish or the petal. So I am accumulating projects for the not too distant future again. Well if you have it there you can get on with things when the timing is right. I still have UFOs to complete though.
Right back to the ironing before I get into any more trouble.
Catch you soon.
Pattypan
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I sent off for templates for Dresden Plate a larger and smaller size version and also a Double Wedding ring template [a Marti Michelle template] (this one was expensive but I love the design) I obtained this from the Cotton Patch (cost £27 with P & P about £31 but you get all the templates as well as different versions of the Double Wedding ring pattern and also two suggested quilting patterns for the completed quilt) and I want to use up smaller pieces of fabric both designs are ideal for this; I have to hand the smaller Dresden plate template is going to be ideal for this I have templates for the tie finish or the petal. So I am accumulating projects for the not too distant future again. Well if you have it there you can get on with things when the timing is right. I still have UFOs to complete though.
Right back to the ironing before I get into any more trouble.
Catch you soon.
Pattypan
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