Just a quick post to say I’ve finished two quilts for shows with November 30 entry deadlines. I’ve been very focused on completing these two quilts, which is why I haven’t been posting recently. And then I had to take the photos and complete the entry information, which always takes longer than I think it will.
I’ll write more detailed posts in a few days about how I made these two quilts.
The first is ‘Synchronized Swimming‘ for a SAQA regional exhibition “Shifting Tides: Convergence in Cloth“.
My artist statement is: Sunlight filters down through the aquamarine depths of the Pacific Ocean, illuminating schools of fish dancing and frolicking in graceful synchronized patterns.
The second quilt is ‘One White Petal‘ for QuiltCon, specifically for the American Patchwork & Quilting Two-Color Quilt Challenge.
My artist statement is: Are petal shapes creating the effect of interlocking circles, or are overlapping circles creating a secondary design of petals? Whichever way you look at it, the traditional Orange Peel quilt pattern is a fascinating design. I selected a variety of black & white prints from my stash, combining geometric and floral prints with wild abandon. I used my favorite techniques of freezer paper templates, and machine stitched overlapped seams covered with bias tape.
Thanks for stopping by. Today, I’m linking up with these blogs – click on the links below, where you’ll find many other creative and inspirational projects.
Nina-Marie’s Off the Wall Friday
Can I get a Whoop Whoop? by Confessions of a Fabric Addict
Both quilts are awesome!!! Looking forward to more pictures of them when you have time to catch your breath!!