I then cut into the border print, using it on the top and bottom, and as the backing for the cushion. I can see this cushion sitting on a chair in my garden when summer comes. Maybe it will attract the birds. Bring on the sunshine!
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Tuesday, 16 August 2011
Birds of a Feather Cushion
Inspired by the beautiful bird panel by Julie Cairns, I designed and sewed this simple, graphic cushion weeks ago, and have only just managed to develop the pattern. I used 3/4" black strips to frame the panel, and added blocks of complimentary colours.
Quilting this cushion was my favourite bit! I chose to quilt the straight lines with a walking foot and then highlighted the birds, and quilted in swirls and leafy shapes in free motion. Of course, this could be quilted equally well by hand.
I then cut into the border print, using it on the top and bottom, and as the backing for the cushion. I can see this cushion sitting on a chair in my garden when summer comes. Maybe it will attract the birds. Bring on the sunshine!
I then cut into the border print, using it on the top and bottom, and as the backing for the cushion. I can see this cushion sitting on a chair in my garden when summer comes. Maybe it will attract the birds. Bring on the sunshine!
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2 comments:
that last little blue wren is gorgeous - such a deep colour. i hope it brings the sunshine too, we need it!
Hi When i saw this panel I had to have it.It is so beautiful, the colours go so well together.
Thanks for the Hoot
Jen Hands
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