It was unseasonably warm yesterday so I had all the windows in my studio wide open. Then I rushed off to my final French class only to arrive home to find my blocks had fallen all over the floor. I use blockbutler for my design wall. Generally it copes pretty well but it was no […]
Beyond Quilts
I firmly believe that, as quiltmakers, we should look beyond our own medium to appreciate the works of other artists. Nevertheless, I find myself drawn to works that have a quilt-like quality. For example, as I read the Sydney Morning Herald this morning, this photo accompanying this article about Aboriginal artist Bronwyn Bancroft instantly caught […]
Puzzle Time
Much as I enjoyed Quilt Camp, I am very happy to be home again. Today was one of those warm autumn days and there were dolphins frolicking in the bay when we went out for our morning swim. Magic! Between preparing for my forthcoming teaching workshops and doing quilt show admin stuff, I am trying […]
More from Quilt Camp
Playing with fabric paints:
A tired (but happy ) camper…
My weekend workshop at “Quilt Camp” with Gloria Loughman was great fun. I have always been very comfortable working with colour in my quilts but had absolutely no clue when it came to effective colour/value placement in landscapes. I had lots to learn and Gloria is a great teacher. Here is a work-in-progress shot of […]
Colour Inspiration
All will be quiet on the blog front for a short while. I am off to the city today for guild committee business and tomorrow I go on to “Quilt Camp” in the bucolic surrounds of the Upper Hawkesbury. After several years of trying, I have at last been allocated a workshop with award winning […]