We have to produce a work every three months using our preferred textile technique, with the only requirement being that the pieces must be A5 (21cm x 15cm) in size. The first deadline fell just after our exhibition so we all requested an extension. However, I was determined that Winter and Sprint would arrive in Wangaratta for the next deadline.
I've chosen to make a series of mini quilts – probably no surprises there. I could have gone with embroidery, but the time investment is just too great for me at the moment. I've had a pretty clear vision from the beginning, with the intention of trying out some new textural techniques and having colour palettes reflect the various seasons.
I started with Spring partly as that was the season we were supposedly in (but having reached the end with barely a day above 20ÂșC, I think we skipped it) and partly because I prefer working in colour. This one was really just improvising as I went, and apart from a change in binding approach, it was pretty straightforward.
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'Spring Planting' mini quilt detail. |
It's been a while since I've been on the sewing machine – I needed a break after the exhibition prep – but these little pieces were a lovely way to get back into it.
I don't think I'll post images of the finished pieces until after the festival, but I promise to keep up to date with progress as I make Summer and Autumn. It's been very satisfying finishing a quick project as I stitch away at the denim beast... More on that soon too.
Looks interesting. When is the festival? I might pop down. I can't believe you can still do all this while you're packing up house to move.
ReplyDeleteIt's not until July next year. Have a look at it here http://www.stitchedupfestival.com/
DeleteAlthough most of the detail is still about stuff that happened this year.