More hexi's. A lovely combination of colours.
This is one of the fabulous old quilts from the Quilt Association's stand. They are based at Llanidloes, and I joined and volunteered when I first moved here, but it was a bit far to go weekly. I like the 9 patch in the centre of the log cabin surround. I've not seen that before.
If you go to Facebook and look up The Welsh Quilting and Sewing Fair there are lots of photos of stands and quilts there.
Finally, Fine French Linen where I bought 3 fat 1/4s. I wish I had bought more now to make something bigger, but may treat myself for my birthday.
I am missing my family already (and Rosie said "Miss you grandma" when we were getting her in her car seat, which breaks my heart!) and I was worrying about health issues last night. I may take myself out to the Elan Valley today for some fresh air and to see the recent rain levels pouring over the reservoir wall. It is currently dry with a little sunshine. Watch this space.
When is a quilt not a quilt? My mind is boggled. When I began patchwork and quilting things were so very different, and as they saying goes, we've come a long way, baby! I have to constantly remind myself that patchwork and quilting, while often going hand in hand, are not the same thing! Patchwork doesn't have to be quilted, and a quilt can be three layers of anything, including whole cloth quilts, they don't have to be pieces or reconstructed fabric. I started using traditional EPP patchwork, then learned the American lap quilting method of construction using the very traditional patchwork patterns that dominated the growing craft. Then, the mind became well and truly boggled with the arrival of picture quilts. I bought a book, it was to produce a quilt top made of patchwork pieces cut in specific colourways that, when complete, resembled a Monet Impressionist painting. I never did make it. Anyhow, to see all the different methods of construction and finishing that came together under one roof last weekend, I think I now need to go lie down in a darkened room!
ReplyDeleteoh, and I just love that French linen stall!
Yes, back in the day it was totally traditional patchwork patterns. I started with hexi's - after someone staying with me was making a hexi quilt. Nice to sew on quiet evenings. I still prefer working by hand than sewing machine.
DeleteYes, it was a lovely stall.
Aww, you must have melted when Rosie said that, isn't she sweet. There are obviously a lot of very talented quilters out there.
ReplyDeleteYes, she is very loving and affectionate. Lots of talent on show at the quilt display/competition.
DeleteI found out that a girl that I worked in a lifetime ago is now an international quilter of renown - not of traditional designs though. Those quilts are pretty amazing.
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