this is a art quilt I created today using the pillowcase backing .. I really liked the way it turned out...it has always been hard for me to do otherwise for "bindings or finishings" but this really adds I think to this piece. The roses are a sheer fabric I was gifted by a friend last year ( actually a couple of big bags of goodies)
that I layered over a cotton fabric with floral and swirls...then cut the dove out of batik fabric. It is completely sewn by machine the roses are quilted to stand out and the bird is satin stitched with some stippling on the body. you sew your
backing fabric completely around then cut a large enough opening to turn it right out press it really well then add your label over the opening you made for turning it out. I added one of my business cards inside the label pocket with all my info so if they ever need more info pop a few stitches and they have it.
I love the look ...victorian but not...the colors are bold but not...it is truly a pretty piece in my minds eye...but would love any honest critique. I am definitely liking the binding idea I used and will play with it alot more. to hang it I can either put a small hanging pocket on the back or wooden rings to hang it.
enjoy ....and remember love always exist even when you can see it or hold it.
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