Today I had the morning free before leaving for work so I quilted the branches of my new piece.
This is how it looks from the back. Sometimes the back tells a story too.
Still had time to quilt the leaves. I like to use different colored threads that enhance the object. I love how the leaves are transformed when quilted.
Last night I sketched out my "character" I wanted to add to this piece. I wanted a crow with a look on his face so he would be checking out the viewer.
I took my sketch and transfered it to tracing paper and then used the tracing paper on top of the quilt to decide on placement.
I think I am leaning toward this one. Fits the branches quite well.
I have to finish quilting the leaves before working on the bird tomorrow. We are picking up a beautiful 1800's step back cupboard up in Green Bay. It may become my new pantry if I like it. Why buy new when you can have a piece of history instead. It is 7 feet tall so it will fit in my kitchen.
4 comments:
Love your crow! Want to see photos of the cupboard! Indeed, why new when there are ones with history around!
I love your crow sketch and can't wait to see it on your quilt and i hope you show us photos of your new cupboard, it sounds wonderful.
Debbie
I love watching it develop! What a great crow!!! I can't wait to see how you make him come alive.
The quilting does add so much doesn't it? Great colors and I can't wait to see Mr. Crow in his new home:)
Be sure to show the cupboard too!
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