"Enchanted"
I have been busy with various quilting projects. I might have even finished a couple. The above quilt was inspired by a quilt I saw at the Texas Quilt Museum in LaGrange a month or so ago. The quilt was created by Ann Moore. You can see her online gallery here. I was intrigued by her use of tiny glass beads throughout the quilt. I could see that she had used the reverse applique technique. Hers was much more intricate with beautiful borders, reverse applique, and exquisite quilting. I did not know how she created hers until I called the museum to ask about the artist. I found her webpage and as usual, I had already started mine using my best guess. LOL
This was my first time using the quilt-as-you-go technique. I like how it came out, but for improvement purposes, I will check into Ann's classes. I know she uses templates for the quilting and that is something I have not tried yet. The reverse applique process is so much fun. I love the reveal of the fabric underneath the design when cut out. I struggled with the satin stitch going around angles and curves of the designs. I have seen some people leave the edges unstitched. I don't know if I like that idea.
I entered this one into the Austin Quiltfest 2024 for September 2024.
It is about to be September here. It is hot, hot, hot. All we want to do is stay inside and stay cool. I am looking forward to cooler weather in the fall. Happy quilting.
