I went on my second quilt retreat and have a few pictures to share. Ellen P. from Appleton sat next to me for the second yr and she is a garment seamstress and not really a quilter. She made this "Chanel" jacket in my favorite color. The crazy part is that it is for a 6 yr. old niece. I learned about Chanel couturewear and all the details like a quilted lining, chains on the hemline, 2-3 piece sleeves, trims and buttons. I was so into it I have to make one for myself. So the next time I am at Joann Fabrics I will look at tweeds. trims and patterns. I figure it will be putsy but will last a lifetime.
This is a quilt top that will be hugely king size. It is very graphic and eye catching. There are center squares of various jeweltones scattered about. Barb B. from Appleton is making this for a nephew's wedding next yr. I love the results but would never make this because it's too large.
This quilt top caught my attention because I love batiks, it was very graphic and I colo the gradation of color.
I did alot at the retreat and I will show the images next time I blog.
Oh my gosh. That is one lucky niece. Wow! I love that jacket- but I HATE making clothes. I will just admire everyone else's from a distance.
ReplyDeleteThat king size quilt is very cool! I love the design. That is one lucky nephew. Some nice aunties went to that retreat!!
Laurie,
ReplyDeleteDidn't really talk to you much this weekend. It looked like you got a lot of nice work accomplshed.