I especially loved the quilts by Brooklyn-based textile artist Erin Wilson:
Erin dyes her own fabrics, then makes the small squares one at a time, adding strips of fabric as she goes (without any preset plan) to form each perfectly composed block.
I also fell head-over-heels for Connie Verrusio's jewelry, all made from or inspired by pieces she's found in antique shops and hardware stores. My favorite was a silver cuff bracelet engraved to resemble a dressmaker's tape--a slightly more elegant version of the ring below:
I wonder if wearing it would improve my sewing abilities. With my current project, I need all the help I can get!
Hmmm...if you try it out and it works, let me know. I'm still equipped with junior high-level sewing skills myself. (Looked like a great outing!!)
ReplyDeleteOh such beautiful things, I love that cuff, I am coveting now, sigh.....
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat idea for the ring/cuff, and such a beautiful quilt. It sounds like you had fun. Can't wait to see what you are working on.
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I love beautiful quilts. I dont really have much in terms of sewing skills, though i so wish i did. I have made things that are like quilted duvets and they come out really nice. I find its all in the choice of colours :).
ReplyDeleteIf a tape were strapped to my wrist, at least I'd be unable to put it down and then loose it in the mess that is my craft space....
ReplyDeleteGlad you're having fun!
Such an inspiring afternoon! Your lounge pants, aprons and bunting would have drawn just as many oooh's and aaahhh's I'm sure. D x
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that ring! Sounds like a great day out...did you buy anything?!
ReplyDeleteThat ring would really help me out too--- this summer at craft festivals I was so inspired by metal art made by *everyday items* like key chains made from silverware!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you're have a ball! Remember, I'm only 3 hours away by train.....
ReplyDeletexo, JL
I am in AWE of the creativity that some people possess.
ReplyDeleteMaybe it's the season of quilts and radiators, (because the weather has certainly been foul this week), but I've been seeing quilts everywhere. Have you ever looked at Julochka's blog: Moments of Perfect Clarity? She has had two quilt posts recently.
Even though I think that the traditional patterns are beautiful, I also really like it when people just do their own thing. The quilt you've pictured is so modern and appealing.
What a lovely lovely quilt. The cold, blustery, rainy weather here is the perfect prompt for snuggling under quilts and the beautiful blanket you made (which we love).
ReplyDeleteHope your trip continues to go well but don't forget to come back!
LOVE THAT QUILT.
ReplyDeleteand yes, i meant to shout that. that's awesome. must plant garden to grow plants and dye own fabrics....just as soon as the sun comes back.