Red Ribbon for my Red and White Quilt, Sydney Quilt Show

I was thrilled to receive a second place ribbon in the special Red and White Commercially Quilted category at the Sydney Quilt Show today.

My quilt, called "Winchester", was quilted by the very talented Belinda Betts of Eucalypt Ridge Quilting in Orange, NSW.  Thanks again, Belinda, for the gorgeous quilting!

The design for my quilt was inspired by motifs on the medieval floor tiles still visible at Winchester Cathedral in England, where my heroine, Jane Austen, is buried.  My quilt is made from just two fabrics and is completely machine appliqued.  The dogtooth borders were paper foundation pieced by machine.  Belinda used a beautiful thread with a slight sheen to machine quilt lots of intricate detail on the quilt.  I hope to see the real floor tiles in October when I am in England with Whitecroft Traditional Tours.

Unfortunately I could not be at the Show today as I was teaching my regular ladies at Patchwork Plus in Miranda.  I am looking forward to going in on Sunday.  I will be demonstrating at the Quilters' Guild demonstration area in the morning and white gloving in the afternoon.  Come and say hi if you are there on Sunday.

Congratulations to all the winners!

Maria's "Pemberley"

Here is a glimpse of Maria's fabulous "Pemberley" on the design wall.

She has made a stunning version in red, black, blue and grey.  Wow! Very close to being finished.

"Meryton" Again

The first of my groups at The Stitchers' Cupboard completed their fifth and final workshop on the quilt "Meryton" yesterday. We spent some time reviewing sashings and final border fabrics. Lots of fun playing with colour and pattern!

This is the stunning border Kelly will be using on her quilt:

This is Jenny's lovely centre now trimmed and ready for more borders:

This is Chris' beautiful blue, pink and red quilt coming together:

The corner block:

The pieced block:

And working on the final block:

Jan was also working on the final block in her lovely blues:

I am looking forward to seeing some of the quilts finished quite soon...

More on "Meryton"

Here are a few photos from yesterday's class at The Stitchers' Cupboard.  The girls were all working on "Meryton":

First are two of Sharon's very pretty corner blocks in teal and pink.

Pam was very quick on the sewing machine.  Here is her pieced block in soft gentle shades:

This is Pam's corner block:

Christine has been very busy fussy cutting lots of hexies for her beautiful centre piece:

We added a touch of purple/plum in the jewel flowers:

New Saturday Class at Kings Park Hobbysew

I am starting a brand new Saturday class at Kings Park Hobbysew on the first Saturday of the month.  This is a full day workshop from 10am to 4pm.

I am offering students their choice of any quilts from my wide ranging portfolio.  I have many quilts suitable for all skill levels including lots of machine piecing, machine applique or hand applique and combinations of piecing and applique.

I also have a wide range of simpler quilts and samplers suitable for beginners or those wishing to make a "quick" quilt.  Also a range of smaller projects including table runners, bags, cushions and more.

Please contact Hobbysew on 02 9621 4000 to make enquiries.

"Gold Rush" Sampler

Hexagon Drawstring Bag

"Jane" Applique Cushion

Progress on Iain's "Marrakesh"

I received this photo from Iain who has been working on "Marrakesh" blocks this long weekend.

It is looking great - very bold and I love the yellow background.

Class at Jukejema Quilting Barn in Nowra

Here are some photos of the gorgeous quilts the girls are making in class at Nowra.

First this is Sandra's very lovely version of "Florentine" in soft pinks and teals.  And her embroidery is beautiful.

Here is Louise's completed "Florentine":  It has a beautiful tapestry look to it.  Love the black floral details against lots of cream.

This is Karen's stunning "Bloomin Logs" in rich reds and deep greys.  Applique in progress.

Great class, thanks ladies.