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Nirali from Sew Preeti Quilts

Meet Nirali!

Nirali

Here is the story or TWO WEEKS AGO (imagine you are watching a thriller on Netflix).

Co-sponsored by Aurifil Threads, Island Batik's September Challenge is named Threaded Chaos, requiring us to make a crib-size (or larger) Crazy Quilt, using our assigned Spring 2025 Collection and Aurifil Threads.

When I made a Crazy Quilt the last time, we were not assigned a fabric collection. I chose solids so that the decorative stitching was better visible. This time, the fabric and threads were not up to us.

I received the Everlasting Collection, designed by Jerry Khiev.

Everlasting Collection ...

added by Preeti 6 months, 1 week ago. under aurifil threads , blog hop , crazy quilts , crib quilt , decorative stitches , giveaway , hobbs batting , improv patchwork , island batik , island batik ambassador , island batik designer , lumin fabrics , oliso iron , schmetz needles

Slow and steady wins the race from Crazy Quilter on a Bike!

FREEDOM!!!

OK -- so I'm not entirely off the hook as I have urgent paperwork to do this morning, but I spent most of yesterday just puttering and doing what I wanted, and it felt glorious!

I am determined to keep things under control - OK - until the next crisis hits, but if I keep myself organized, those deadlines shouldn't be an issue? Perhaps I'm deluding myself. That's OK - I can live in a dream world.

But the biggest issue for me is keeping the space clear. Why is that so hard? I seem to need a table ...

added by Elaine 1 year, 9 months ago. under charity quilts , clothing , decluttering , decorative stitches , half square triangles , neighborhood , studio b

Vicky and the Zips from Sew Preeti Quilts

The Island Batik challenge for April is Crazy Quilts with Aurifil Threads.

The Zippered Pouches - in progress

The challenge is to show off the thread from the Color Builder set in a Crazy Quilt! Try out different block combinations and layouts and experiment with decorative stitches and embroidery to highlight the tread you received.

I received the Frangipani Color Builder from Aurifil Threads.

To ensure that these threads/embroidery/stitches showed well on the fabric, I decided to use Island Batik solids. Since I also wanted to make a modern interpretation of Crazy Quilts, the solids were a perfect choice ...

added by Preeti 2 years, 11 months ago. under aurifil thread , color builders , crazy quilts , decorative stitches , hobbs batting , island batik , island batik ambassador , island batik designer , rainbow scrap challenge , rsc2023 , schmetz needles , zippered pouch

Quilt Conversations LIVE ! We missed you! We had a great quilt... from Living Water Quilter

Quilt Conversations LIVE !

We missed you! We had a great quilt conversation. We talked about how Taffy Candy, the rainbow colorway, was quilted.

We discussed

Double batting technique
Decorative stitch accents
Decorative stitch binding
Free motion quilting patterns
Quilt batting selections

Every Friday at 7pm(est) on Living Water Quilter Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Watch the REPLAY on Facebook or YouTube.

added 5 years ago. under decorative stitches , facebook live , free motion quilting , live video , machine quilting , quilting , quilts , youtube , youtube live

PQ 12.5 = Crazy Memories from Sew Sunshine

"Crazy Memories"

34" x 33.5"

scrap vortex slab leftovers in my scrap bin

decorative machine quilted and some hand big stitch

Project Quilting Challenge this week is 'You're Crazy". You can see all the entries HERE . So many interpretations.

I wanted to do scrap something? for my challenge since I am also doing Sewthescrapoutofmarch with Tea and Brie for National Quilting month (march) When I was digging in my scrap jar, drawer, bag(s), bin, shelf....um, I found a bunch of scrap vortex(vomit some call it) that is leftover from a quilt top I made last ...

added by Kris 5 years ago. under decorative stitches , hand stitching , memories , project quilting 12.5 , scrap vomit , scrap vortex , scraps , sewthescrapoutofmarch

sew a scented sachet from Charm About You

These cute scented sachets are quick and easy to sew, perfect to scatter around your house for an uplifting or comforting burst of fragrance! They are a great way to use up scraps of fabric and make nice gifts. Throw them in drawers or shoes, add a loop to hang one in your wardrobe or anywhere that you want a little scented goodness.

The theme for the Aurifil Artisan challenge this month is Holiday Project and having designed these little sachets, I thought it would be fun to sew some winter themed ones and share a tutorial so you can ...

added by Lucy | Charm About You 5 years, 2 months ago. under a home project , aromatherapy , aurifil , decorative stitches , diy , handmade , home fragrance , perfume , potpourri , scent , scrap project , seasonal , sew , shoe freshener , wardrobe

Taffy Candy, RainbowMy Taffy Candy quilt is a featured quilt... from Living Water Quilter

Taffy Candy, Rainbow

My Taffy Candy quilt is a featured quilt design and pattern in the 2021 Quilter’s Planner!

Taffy Candy was first featured in an Island Batik Ambassador Modern Quilt challenge in 2018. For the 2021 Quilter’s Planner a new rainbow colorway is also a pattern option.

Fabric for Taffy Candy was generously provided by Island Batik.

The awesome Kitty Wilkin photographed the original Taffy Candy as seen in the 2021 Quilter’s Planner above. She has a special gift for making quilts SHINE! Visit Kitty on her blog, Night Quilter.

Taffy Candy, Rainbow, is filled with ...

added 5 years, 5 months ago. under decorative stitches , free motion quilting , island batik , island batik ambassador , living water quilter , machine quilting , quilt , quilter's planner , quilting

Autumn Jubilee Sew Along from From My Carolina Home

For the sewists in our community, I hope you like this design that will take advantage of more than usual on your sewing machines. The whole idea here is to stretch your abilities just a bit with a little more challenge, and you’ll end up with a very usable project. (#AutumnJubilee2020)

The sew along will make a fabulous strip pieced bag you can use as a purse, or a tote. Plus we’ll do some embellishments to make it your own. Begin by pulling out a jelly roll, or choosing 8 pretty fabrics to cut width-of-fabric strips. You’ll ...

added by Carole @ From My Carolina Home 5 years, 5 months ago. under #autumnjubilee2020 , autumn jubilee , decorative stitches , fat quarter shop , sew along , sewing (Comments)

☆ Land of Magic Quilt ☆ from Charm About You

Land of Magic quilt by Charm About You pattern by Kid Giddy

I'm popping in to share a finish, which was actually done last month but what with all the nothingness going on I got sidetracked. The quilt top finally got finished in April and I was excited to quilt it. Honestly it's been a while since I made a quilt, there has been some hand sewing / cross stitch / blackwork in my life and I have been working on piecing another quilt top but my other projects seem to have all turned into cushions!

quilt being quilted on an Elna sewing machine

The quilt pattern is the Land of Magic Quilt by Kid Giddy, you can purchase the ...

added by Lucy | Charm About You 5 years, 9 months ago. under a fairytale quilt , aurifil , aurifil 40 wt , castle , crown , decorative stitches , dragon , elna 680 , foundation paper piecing , mermaid , quilt , quilting , star , unicorn , walking foot quilting , windham fabrics

The unveiling from Crazy Quilter on a Bike!

It was a fabulous New Year's Day. Quiet and I got a lot done. I like hanging out with friends, but I also like peace and quiet. I listened to an audiobook for a good part of the day. The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. I got this book off the book club list from the library. I wasn't sure that I was going to like it, but it's good, although it's long. The audiobook is 15 hours in length - I'm about half done.

I don't normally provide feedback to the city on anything ...

added by Elaine 6 years, 2 months ago. under block exchanges , cake , decorative stitches , group quilts , ice , my quilts , sidewalks

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