December & January Meetings

We had a really great meeting in December. Cathy A. taught us about the techniques of machine quilting. She covered a lot of tips on smooth lines (boy, do I need to practice!) and even bobbin drawing - very cool! Threads, following a design, etc. It was very beneficial to those of us who need all the help we can get in that area (me!).

January (tonight's meeting) will be taking it one step further. Our teacher's quilts are wonderfully full of interesting designs of machine quilting that really complement the design and elements of the quilt they are on. She is going to cover the designing of the quilting that can make your art quilt even better! Another area of quilting that I desperately need!

Did I mention that quilting is not my strong point? :oP""

Deb H

Eye for Fiber Challenge!

Eye for Fiber has decided on a challenge for our group members. Most of us are already working on our mini quilts for those who have not started, here is a reminder of the rules;
The theme is vision; the eye, how you see the world(?), something about vision.
Size is 18” x 24”, you may pick the orientation (portrait or landscape).
It must be an original design by you.
Technique: totally up to you!
Due Date: March Meeting (3/21/2007)
What is the purpose of our challenge?
1) To get us to our fiber stash and working on art!
2) To put together a body of work as a group.
3) To challenge us to work a little outside of our box(s) and grow as artists.

Sew on!
Deb H