Archive for September, 2010

Stitchbook: Histoire du Boutis Provencal

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

We just received this newsletter notice from Stitchbook, a French magazine. They sent us some separate photos of stuffed and corded quilting, seen below. For those who speak French, I will include the message in that language. The translator device does not quite capture the intent of the message.

stitchbook logo

Bonjour

Septembre est déjà là, synonyme de rentrée, mais aussi de belles journées ensoleillées, de déjeuners sur l’herbe et de longues balades en forêt pour la cueillette des champignons et des mûres?

C’est également le temps des confitures qui ensoleilleront les petits déjeuners d’hiver et réjouiront les gourmands?
Alors pourquoi ne pas habiller joliment les pots, et broder sur le thème du verger, un joli cache couvercle en lin ?

Ce mois ci, notre dossier magazine vous emmène à la découverte du boutis provençal? cet art séculaire, tout en finesse, à la blancheur épurée, qui parait il n’y a pas si longtemps encore, les corsages et les trousseaux des jolies provençales. Vous deviendrez incollable sur son histoire et ses différentes techniques.

Notre rubrique bibliographie se met au diapason et vous propose une sélection d’ouvrages uniquement dédiés à la broderie blanche.

Et comme chaque mois, retrouvez toutes les dates des salons les plus proches de chez vous, notre sélection hebdomadaires des blogs « coup de c?ur » mettant à l’honneur vos talents créatifs, le nom de la gagnante du Top3 et bien sûr toujours plus de news sur l’actualité du fil.

Toute l’équipe vous souhaite une très bonne rentrée et de jolis moments créatifs.

Cordialement,

L’équipe Stitchbook

www.stitchbook.fr
http://www.stitchbook.fr/newsletter/html/images/b002.JPG

whitework in a hoop

This is an image of “whitework” being done in a hoop

cording

Long, straight lines become three dimensional when a piece of yarn is inserted into quilted channels with a long needle. This is called “corded quilting.”

A portion of a quilt and pillow covers that have been stuffed and corded

An image of a quilt and pillow covers that have been stuffed and corded

quilting bee

From the other photos I viewed, I gather that these ladies are having a quilting bee to re-create the antique treasure referred to simply as the “Tristan” quilt. This quilt is recently displayed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, England, and is Europe’s oldest quilt.

We appreciate the chance to see these photos and share them with our readers. There is never a dull moment as quilters around the world pick up their needles to engage in this art that draws up closer together and breaks down the barriers of distance and language. To me, this is an incentive to further explore foreign language studies.

Please visit a file about this type of quilting that we set up several years ago:

http://www.quiltersmuse.com/wholecloth_quilts2.htm

My best,

Patricia Cummings
Quilter’s Muse Publications

Still More Words on Quilts: Sarah Smith

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

Sarah Smith quilt

The 17″ x 19″ quilt shown above is an example of a quilt that features a written poem on its surface. The poem was composed by a 4th grade student who happens to be the son of quilt artist, Sarah Smith of Maine.

Ancient Earth

by Eli Smith

(copyrighted 2008)

Tracks in the mud carry ancient history
Throughout the water of grizzly man
The tracks hold the hidden secrets of the ancient world
Treasures from beyond the beyond
The riches that time has forgotten
Ancient worlds lost in time forever

Sarah likes to include words on her quilts often.

Sarah Smith’s book, Thread Work Unraveled, is in its second printing:

To view more of Sarah’s inspired work, please visit her website: http://www.sarahannsmith.com Many thanks to Sarah for making up aware of her quilts!

Patricia Cummings
Quilter’s Muse Publications

14th Annual Quilting Weekend Oct. 29-31 at Frost Valley Y

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

PRESS RELEASE

Frost Valley Y
For Children, Families & Groups
2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville, NY 12725
(845) 985-2291 www.frostvalley.org

Claryville, NY— ­ Frost Valley Y will host its 14th annual Fall Quilting Weekend from Friday through Sunday, Oct. 29-31, 2010.

This popular program offers opportunities for quilters of every ability level. Five of the region’s foremost quilting experts will lead workshops.

Kathleen Davies’ class it titled “Chop Suey.” This workshop is suitable for the advanced beginner. Participants will create a project by piecing small blocks that appear complicated, but aren’t. The end result is a quilt top made to any desired size.

Longtime Frost Valley instructor, Kris Driessen, will demonstrate how “Two Table Runners Teach Timeless Techniques.” Quilters will concentrate on perfecting basic quilting techniques and learning new ones while making small projects. Group members will make two table runners, a forget-me-not carryall and a tea tote.

“Super Star” is the workshop taught by Susan Jungerheld. Participants will create a Carpenter’s Star pattern that appears complicated, but is very do-able, making it a great project for both beginner and advanced quilters. Basic quilting skills will be reviewed during this class.

Katharina Litchman¹s workshop is dubbed “Two for One!” In this fun project, a table runner (or smaller) will be created and should be close to completion during the workshop. The front and back of the project will be worked on simultaneously, yet have very different appearances. This class is appropriate for all skill levels.

“Quilted Holiday Projects” will be the focus of Sherry Sega’s class. Participants can jump-start their holiday sewing with three easy weekend projects. A quilted tree skirt of table-topper can be made for any size tree or table. A folded star and scrappy lighted garland will also be created. These are easy project and they make great gifts.

Quilt Weekend visitors have the opportunity to sign up for workshops, in their order of preference. The slots will be filled in the order that reservations are received.

Quilters are welcome to spend the weekend at Frost Valley or they can attend classes as day guests. Those staying for the weekend have the choice of family-style, inn-style or hotel-style lodging. Rates are available for single and double occupancy.

In addition to improving quilting skills, the weekend presents a great chance for participants to experience the wonders of Frost Valley. Situated in the high peaks of the Catskill Mountains, Frost Valley encompasses 6,000 acres of unparalleled beauty. Each morning, class members can enjoy an optional walk for an inspirational start to the day. Workshops are held from 9 a..m.-noon. After lunch, afternoon quilting sessions follow until dinner. Evening programs are offered on Friday and Saturday. Workshops are held again on Sunday morning and the weekend concludes with the traditional “show and tell” after lunch.

For additional information or registrations, please call (845) 985-2291, or visit www.FrostValley.org

Frost Valley is on twitter at twitter.com/frostvalley

Frost Valley Y provides four seasons of outdoor educational opportunities for more than 35,000 children and adults each year of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. All Frost Valley programs incorporate the values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, stewardship, diversity and community. The camp is just a 2.5 hour drive from metro NY / NJ.

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For additional information,
Denise Owens,
Director of Marketing and Communications
at (845) 985-2291, ext. 211

This public service announcement is brought to you by Quilter’s Muse Publications