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Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Needles-n-Pins Stitcheries: Prairie Point Quilting Borders
Now that the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season is done and we are starting a new year many of us can get back into our sewing rooms. I know mine is a mess from all the sewing I did for family and friends. So let's start sewing again. This is a tutorial that I found on HGTV.com on Prairie Points.
Calculating size
To determine the initial size of your points, consider the proportion of your quilt. Audition points of various sizes to determine what looks best. For the pictured project, one block in the quilt was measured, and that length was divided into about 3½ prairie points.
Folding:
1. Fold a selected fabric square into a half-square triangle, right sides out.
2. Fold the square again into a quarter-square triangle and press. Once folded, the raw edge will be the same length as the initial square.
Attaching:
1. With right sides together and raw edges aligned, place prairie points along one side of the quilt top. When satisfied with the placement and all points are pinned down, continue in the same manner around the rest of the quilt top.
2. Sew the prairie points with a ¼-inch seam.
3. Layer, baste and quilt the quilt top. Stop quilting about ½-inch from the edge.
4. Trim the backing ¼-inch beyond the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points. Carefully trim only the batting slightly less than the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points.
5. Turn the prairie points away from the center of the quilt. Note that the seam allowance turns inward. Wrap the backing over the edge of the batting. Secure the backing to the prairie points with pins, and hand-stitch to close.
Calculating size
To determine the initial size of your points, consider the proportion of your quilt. Audition points of various sizes to determine what looks best. For the pictured project, one block in the quilt was measured, and that length was divided into about 3½ prairie points.
Folding:
1. Fold a selected fabric square into a half-square triangle, right sides out.
2. Fold the square again into a quarter-square triangle and press. Once folded, the raw edge will be the same length as the initial square.
Attaching:
1. With right sides together and raw edges aligned, place prairie points along one side of the quilt top. When satisfied with the placement and all points are pinned down, continue in the same manner around the rest of the quilt top.
2. Sew the prairie points with a ¼-inch seam.
3. Layer, baste and quilt the quilt top. Stop quilting about ½-inch from the edge.
4. Trim the backing ¼-inch beyond the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points. Carefully trim only the batting slightly less than the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points.
5. Turn the prairie points away from the center of the quilt. Note that the seam allowance turns inward. Wrap the backing over the edge of the batting. Secure the backing to the prairie points with pins, and hand-stitch to close.
Calculating size
To determine the initial size of your points, consider the proportion of your quilt. Audition points of various sizes to determine what looks best. For the pictured project, one block in the quilt was measured, and that length was divided into about 3½ prairie points.
Folding:
1. Fold a selected fabric square into a half-square triangle, right sides out.
2. Fold the square again into a quarter-square triangle and press. Once folded, the raw edge will be the same length as the initial square.
Attaching:
1. With right sides together and raw edges aligned, place prairie points along one side of the quilt top. When satisfied with the placement and all points are pinned down, continue in the same manner around the rest of the quilt top.
2. Sew the prairie points with a ¼-inch seam.
3. Layer, baste and quilt the quilt top. Stop quilting about ½-inch from the edge.
4. Trim the backing ¼-inch beyond the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points. Carefully trim only the batting slightly less than the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points.
5. Turn the prairie points away from the center of the quilt. Note that the seam allowance turns inward. Wrap the backing over the edge of the batting. Secure the backing to the prairie points with pins, and hand-stitch to close.
Easy peasy. Actually I have made these before and they are pretty easy to do once you get the hang of them.
Happy Sewing!
Colleen :)
To determine the initial size of your points, consider the proportion of your quilt. Audition points of various sizes to determine what looks best. For the pictured project, one block in the quilt was measured, and that length was divided into about 3½ prairie points.
Folding:
1. Fold a selected fabric square into a half-square triangle, right sides out.
2. Fold the square again into a quarter-square triangle and press. Once folded, the raw edge will be the same length as the initial square.
Attaching:
1. With right sides together and raw edges aligned, place prairie points along one side of the quilt top. When satisfied with the placement and all points are pinned down, continue in the same manner around the rest of the quilt top.
2. Sew the prairie points with a ¼-inch seam.
3. Layer, baste and quilt the quilt top. Stop quilting about ½-inch from the edge.
4. Trim the backing ¼-inch beyond the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points. Carefully trim only the batting slightly less than the raw edges of the quilt top and prairie points.
5. Turn the prairie points away from the center of the quilt. Note that the seam allowance turns inward. Wrap the backing over the edge of the batting. Secure the backing to the prairie points with pins, and hand-stitch to close.
Monday, December 30, 2013
Jacquie's Up-Cycle Nation: Spin A New Tune
With up-cycling and re-cycling finally reaching mainstream consciousness, the arts and crafts community is rocking the cause with ingenuity and style.
These Etsy up-cyclers have found the right notes with their musical recreations.
(Fair warning: there will be many corny musical references in this post!)
BootsNGus gets my ultra fave award for reintroducing the mason jar as stylish speakers. Visit this eco-chic shop to be wowed by this artist's magical up-cycled home goods.
Place the music close to your ears with these up-cycled music paper earrings by EarthChildArt. Visit her Etsy shop to see how she transforms ordinary paper into delicate jewels.
Who isn't in love with the romance of vintage music sheets! StayGoldMedia adds pops of whimsy and hipster images to up-cycled papers to create artwork that sings good vibes.
Old album covers are both artistic and nostalgic. Retrograndma up-cycles album jackets into sturdy handbags that totally rock!
Make the music last with functional assemblage art. Made from piano keys, piano hammers and scrap wood, this Robot sculpture would be the high note of any collection! Swing into Rengaarts to view more of this artist's amazing work.
I think I'm finally out of musical puns but you can make the beat go on by searching up-cycle music on Etsy.
LOVE & UP-CYCLE NATION!!
These Etsy up-cyclers have found the right notes with their musical recreations.
(Fair warning: there will be many corny musical references in this post!)
BootsNGus gets my ultra fave award for reintroducing the mason jar as stylish speakers. Visit this eco-chic shop to be wowed by this artist's magical up-cycled home goods.
Place the music close to your ears with these up-cycled music paper earrings by EarthChildArt. Visit her Etsy shop to see how she transforms ordinary paper into delicate jewels.
Mix sewing and music in the up-cycle process? Yes please! LaurelsArt uses recycled records as her canvas. With a wide range of subject matter, this store is right on key.
LOVE & UP-CYCLE NATION!!
Jacquie Wheeler
Hand of Bela Peck
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Blog Party Sunday -- Show Off Your Handmades
Welcome to our Blog Party Sunday. We would love to have you show us what you are crafting.
You are allowed to add 3 links to your shops or your blog.
The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items each week.
4. Family friendly items only.
The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button below and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.
You are allowed to add 3 links to your shops or your blog.
The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items each week.
4. Family friendly items only.
The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button below and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.
Friday, December 27, 2013
Today's Featured Shop -- My Lady Of Gourds
Today's featured shop is My Lady Of Gourds.
In Sue's shop you will find unique handmade gourd and glass art, jewelry and home accessories.
Rustic Gourd Bowl, Southwest Gourd Bowl, Natural Bowl, Planter Bowl
Gourd Pin, Yellow Daisy Gourd Brooch
Birdhouse Gourd Ornament, Holiday Red Gourd Bird House
Rustic Sunflower Pendant, Fused Glass Flower Pendant
Be sure and visit Sue's shop to see all her handmades. https://www.etsy.com/shop/myladyofgourds
In Sue's shop you will find unique handmade gourd and glass art, jewelry and home accessories.
Rustic Gourd Bowl, Southwest Gourd Bowl, Natural Bowl, Planter Bowl
Gourd Pin, Yellow Daisy Gourd Brooch
Birdhouse Gourd Ornament, Holiday Red Gourd Bird House
Rustic Sunflower Pendant, Fused Glass Flower Pendant
Be sure and visit Sue's shop to see all her handmades. https://www.etsy.com/shop/myladyofgourds
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