There are lots and lots of characters that Dorothy encounters during her multi-volume journey through Oz. Of course, I was most drawn to this character, the Patchwork Girl of Oz. She has her own book, and even her own movie, produced in 1914 by Baum himself.
March 8, 2015
Favorite Quotes #8 - The Patchwork Girl of Oz
There are lots and lots of characters that Dorothy encounters during her multi-volume journey through Oz. Of course, I was most drawn to this character, the Patchwork Girl of Oz. She has her own book, and even her own movie, produced in 1914 by Baum himself.
Labels:
favorite quotes,
The Wizard of Oz
February 27, 2015
Three Wonderful Vintage Dresses
In chronological order:
Labels:
buttons,
vintage clothing,
vintage fabrics,
wedding dress
February 23, 2015
Visit Ellen Anne Eddy
My quilting friend Ellen Anne Eddy has graciously posted a most lovely review of my book.
While you are at her website, be sure to take a walk through her colorful world. Ellen calls what she does "thread magic" and that is such a perfect name! You will find animals and plants executed in densely stitched, sparkling threads.
This quilt is called "Dancing in the Light." It is 55" x 69".
While you are at her website, be sure to take a walk through her colorful world. Ellen calls what she does "thread magic" and that is such a perfect name! You will find animals and plants executed in densely stitched, sparkling threads.
This quilt is called "Dancing in the Light." It is 55" x 69".
Labels:
art quilts,
buttons,
design process,
dyes,
embroidery
February 18, 2015
A Quilt Brought Back to Life
I've been drawn to red, green, and white appliqué quilts forever. Here's one that was recently brought back to life by my friend Ann Fahl. Here's how the quilt looked when Ann first started thinking about fixing it up.
Ann makes wonderful art quilts and has written several books, plus creating a pattern line and a DVD. You can read more about her at her website and blog. Lately, she has been very busy researching her family history and sharing new discoveries with family members. This actually is a perfect segue to telling you about her red, green, and white quilt.
This is a family heirloom quilt, though there is not much specific known about its story. The quilt has lived for many decades at the family home in Marion, Indiana. Ann posits that the quilt may have been a payment from a tenant to her great-grandfather during the Depression when cash was short. It was probably made in the 1880s or so.
Labels:
appliqué,
family heirloom,
quilt repair,
tulips
February 12, 2015
Kate Greenaway and a Crazy Quilt
Another crazy quilt! They certainly were all the rage with the Victorian ladies, and of course, still have many, many fans. (Pun not intended, but left as written.)
February 2, 2015
My New Quilt-y Teapot
Nancy has an online shop called "Roses and Teacups" that carries all sorts of flowery, lacy, feminine delights. Great gift shopping here, folks! Jewelry, English bone china, stationery, and purses. She also has super accessories for tea parties and weddings. Silk velvet shawls! Heirloom baby bonnets! The list goes on and on.
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teapot
January 23, 2015
Eye On Elegance exhibit
There is an online tour of the exhibit, a great-looking catalog, and several short videos on quilt styles on YouTube. This is quilt history at its best. Great research and superior, beyond superior, quilts to see.
The online tour would serve well as a really good introduction to the wonderful world of exquisite needlework and "mistresspiece" quilts for newcomers to the quilt world. And it is a joy to watch over and over for those of us who have been looking at antique quilts for years.
The exhibit runs through September 5, 2015. Sadly, I don't have a trip to DC on the calendar this year, but this exhibit makes me want to change my plans!
Labels:
appliqué,
creativity,
pattern history,
vintage fabrics