CRAZY QUILT GROUP
Our Crazy Quilt Group meets the first Friday and the Second Saturday of month.
The First Friday group meets from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 Noon.
The Second Saturday group meets from
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 Noon or
from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
We have room
available in the Second Saturday afternnon group.
Each month, I will demo one project out either the 2001 or the 2009 Piecemaker calendar. The supply list will be posted on the web and it will also be available in the shop. You will need both calendars as we'll be working on design elements found in each of them. All the references in the demos will be from the calendar's instruction sheets pages that come in the calendars.
Teresa White
FEBRUARY PROGRAM
Hello Ladies,
I don't know where the time has gone. I am just behind again oh well. We will be working out of the 2001 Piecemakers calendar, page 37 lower right hand corner. You will need to bring two flower colors of 4mm silk ribbon and 1 green 4mm silk or green very fine braid Kreinik thread, seed beads, beading thread and needle.
Don't forget your crazy quilt block or
eight inch square of cotton fabric to work on,
embroidery needle and
a white chalk pencil or blue pencil, scissors.
Teresa
Bring show and tell and a smile Looking forward to seeing everyone.
Teresa
Thanks! If you have any questions, please e-mail me at Shibori Dragon - shiboridragon@juno.com
Teresa
CRAZY QUILT BOOKS & CALENDARS
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Kaplan Ribbon Embroidery - Guide II -
Crazy Technique This incredible book has color photos on every page along with detailed instructions for flowers, stems, floral bouquets, border stitches and much more. You won't be disappointed.
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CROWNED WITH GLORY
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 PIECEMAKERS 2002 CALENDAR & PATTERNS $19.95 |
HIS MAJESTY THE TREE A complete pattern book of majestic trees framed in crazy patch includes instructions for applique, crazy patch, embroidery, beading and quilt construction. |
PIECEMAKERS 2009 |
OUT OF THE DARKNESS The 2009 pattern book includes crazy patch instructions, patterns for crazy patch block centers, butterfly applique patterns, ribbon and thread embroidery patterns to embellish the blocks, plus instructions for applique, embroidery and beading. Each month is beautifully illustrated with original drawings by Marjorie Serr. |
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THE MAGIC OF
CRAZY QUILTING- Second Edition - J.
Marsha Michler. In this
second edition of The Magic of Crazy Quilting: A complete resources
for embellished quilting, Marsha Michler provides guidance on how to
create a crazy quilt from start to finish, and presents six new, smaller
projects, such as purses pillows, and needle book covers. |
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MOTIFS FOR CRAZY QUILTING - J.
Marsha Michler. This book provides everything the crazy quilter need to know to create their own hand worked motifs and patterns and how to transfer them to patch work. Techniques such as silk ribbon embroidery, punch needle work and more can be found in this book. Soft Cover.
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Crazy Quilting - The
Complete Guide by J.
Marsha Michler. With details about all known methods of patching a crazy quilt, more than 100 embroidery stitches, step-by-step illustrations and how-to directions for finishing a crazy quilt, this unique guide is the first to cover the crazy quilting process from start to finish. Hardcover |
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TREASURY OF CRAZY QUILT STITCHES -
Carole Samples Are you crazy about crazy quilts? Does the beauty of intricately embellished Victorian piecework make your heart race? If so, you will be positively amazed at this comprehensive collection of "stitcheries" commonly found embroidered on antique crazy quilts. In addition to the antique styles, you will also find many examples of stitches by Carole Samples, collector and lover of all things "crazy". The author presents 50 basic stitches and so many variations of those stitches that you may never run out of ideas and designs to try on your own projects. This book takes you on a journey from simple straight stitches and blanket stitches to chevrons and herringbones. The "patch picture" designs feature floral bouquets, insects, animals, and much, much more. The old-fashioned script alphabet provides just the right touch for personalizing all your own creations. Whether you are an avid collector of crazy quilts or are just beginning to study and admire them, this book belongs on your shelf. You are sure to acquire a renewed appreciation for antique crazy quilts and their makers. |
