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| Quick reference photo for my first 12" x 12". Our home overlooks this view. I've been obsessed with the roof line of the shed ever since we moved in. |
I don't make New Year's resolutions. I do choose something to focus on each year. In the past I've undertaking various weekly art exploration classes such as mixed media or how to draw. One year I committed to doing something new each week. Another year I made sure to extend an unexpected kindness. This year, I'm back to focusing on art. I have decided to make a different 12" x 12" fiber art piece each month.
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| Piecing planned designed on EQ 8 |
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| Current state of Mid Tide |
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| Cohasset Sunrise is squared up ready for binding |
I normally work on mid-size to large pieces. It is the scale I am most comfortable with. So, focusing on something small forces me out of my comfort zone. It also has the advantage of being the required size for two different SAQA projects I plan on contributing to. The first is Massachusetts/Rhode Island's regional trunk show. The trunk show will tour libraries, guilds and other venues found for it. It is a great way to introduce people to the variety of work being produced by local art quilters. The second is SAQA's annual benefit auction. This is one of the ways SAQA fills the gap between membership dues and annual expenses.
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| Detail of the free motion quilting of waves in the lower section of Cohasset Sunrise |
I spent the last month of 2018 obsessively free motion quilting Cohasset Sunrise. It is squared up, 84" H x 59" W, and ready to bound. It has been a long time since I have had the excuse to do some hand sewing. A question I have been asked from time to time, is what is my favorite phase of making a quilt. The truth is I enjoy all aspects. Hand sewing is one of those rare moments in life when one can sit back and let the mind wonder. There aren't enough times carved out for reflection in a day. No wonder slow stitching and knitting have been gaining in popularity. Such peaceful pursuits.
The weather may be turning colder, but I have the good fortune to be able to hunker down in my studio and create.
I am linking up with Nina Marie's Off the Wall Fridays.
I can see why you are intrigued by that roof- it's gorgeous. I love, love, love Cohasset Sunrise...those gradations are so alive.
ReplyDeleteMid Tide is wonderful. Love it! And Cohasset Sunrise is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI have participated with four friends over the past 6 years creating a 12 x 12 every alternate month. We each have 42 pieces that have helped us focus on technique, use new tools/techniques and eager enthusiasm to MAKE ART as we hone our arts practice skills. I will be following along!
What an energizing, bright piece for this time of year! And all that free motion quilting looks like a lot of fun. I could see how you could become obsessed. Beautiful job!
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