My First Quilt – Part 1
Full of unsure stitching and unpicked seams, first quilts are often far from perfect. But they are full of character – and full of memories. Celebs of the quilting world take their earliest quilting attempts out of the attic to reveal their wonders and flaws and to reminisce a little about the whole ‘getting started’ […]
Welcome to Louise O’Hara’s Workroom
Lived-in and loved, Louise O’Hara’s workroom is used every day and packed with personal and professional collections, art supplies and an ever-changing gallery of artworks. By Janai Velez When mixed-media artist Louise O’Hara shared a workroom with her husband (who also works from home), he had to climb over her paintings while trying to get […]
Pattern & Palette Play – Typography Fabrics
Write it, type it, make it – designers are putting pen to fabric so you can cut and piece words and letters to create projects with a bold, graphic style. Compiled by Janai Velez Left to right: 1. Windham Fabrics ‘Type’ D35534-2, designed by Julia Rothman. Distributed by Leutenegger. 2. Robert Kaufman Fabrics ‘One Fish […]
Selvedge – Johanna Flanagan
The reason that Johanna Flanagan’s dolls captivate is because you can’t quite work out whether to be spooked or charmed. The question hangs in the air and keeps you pondering. by Susan Hurley Some of the more waif-like figures seem to implore you to pick them up and protect them, while other wonky-eyed, naked dolls […]
Pattern & Palette Play – Cafe Society Fabrics
Coffee and chardonnay crowds now have fabric designs in their honour, featuring fashionistas and baristas, cocktails and cake, bongos and barbies, soirées and stilettos. The material of high society. Compiled by Janai Velez Left to right: 1. Windham Fabrics ‘Girls Night Out’ 43073-1, designed by Terri Degenkolb. Distributed by Leutenegger. 2. Liberty Fabrics ‘Garden of […]
Getting Cosy with Designers – Anthea Christian & Minki Kim
Be inspired by our truly amazing contributors and designers as featured on Cosy PROJECT! Anthea Christian “I usually put sewing before housework! I’ve learnt it’s the only way to get anything done, and I don’t feel guilty about it anymore.” Blog: angelleadesigns.com My style is: “I love using bright and colourful fabrics in my creations. When […]
Quick Stitch – Popsicle Pouch
Stephanie Cunnyngham’s positively yummy icy-pole purse is not only cool, it’s dripping with purpose possibilities – kid’s pencil case, teen’s make-up bag; sewing pouch; wallet; or gorgeous gift for young and old. What you need Natural linen (background and pouch back): two squares, 11/2in; four rectangles, 11/2 x 31/2in; two rectangles, 11/2 x 111/2in and […]
Pattern & Palette Play – Black and Pink Fabrics
Pretty pink always has its place, but if you want it to pack a visual punch, try adding the might and power of black. Juxtaposing these giants of the spectrum bears stunning results, perfect for a Valentine’s Day project – Black and Pink Fabrics. Compiled by Janai Velez Black and Pink Fabrics: Left to right: […]
