At our March meeting we will be learning Kawandi quilt techniques. Kawandi is a vibrant patchwork style from the Siddi community in India, created by women of African descent. The quilts are hand sewn, building the quilt from the outer edges inward and combine piecing, quilting and binding at the same time. Denise Gould, one… Read More Kawandi workshop – 14 March
When Devi Chapman visited us, some of her quilts reminded us of works of abstract art. We decided to use this as the inspiration for our latest mini quilt challenge. Members were invited to pick an artist to inspire their mini modern masterpiece. It didn’t have to be an abstract artist, but the quilts did… Read More Inspired by art – mini quilt challenge
We enjoyed displaying our quilts at Craft 4 Crafters again this year – the fourth time we’ve taken part. 100 blocks by Frances, Quilty McQuiltface by Helen, and Breaking Plaid by Denise (we love a pun!) The star blocks show our Group Quilt work in progress This year we are working with Children’s Hospice South… Read More Craft 4 Crafters exhibition
We had a wonderful visit from Devi Chapman of Dorset Patchworks this year. Devi gave us a trunk show of her quilts, hangings, and bags. We were also able to use the new projection equipment at the village hall where we meet, so Devi could show us even more of her work. It was so… Read More A visit from Dorset Patchworks
This is the final post in our mini quilt challenge series! The aim of this challenge was to encourage our members to push their boundaries as modern quilters. Participants were given a small bundle of fabrics – black, white and four shades of grey – and challenged to make a mini quilt. We will be… Read More Mini quilt challenge – Part 5
The fourth in our series of posts on our Fade to Grey mini quilt challenge. I am delighted to say that our challenge quilts will be displayed at the Craft 4 Crafters exhibition at Westpoint in Exeter, 4-6 April 2024, along with other modern quilts made by our talented members. Hope to see you there!… Read More Mini quilt challenge – part 4
The third in our series of posts on our Fade to Grey mini quilt challenge. Hot Spot – Lesley WilkinsTraditionally pieced mini quilt using the bargello technique but pushing the boundaries by including ¾ inch strips. Machine appliqued hot pink circles added to give a contrast of colour and shape. Inspired by an online sewing… Read More Mini Quilt Challenge – part 3
This is the second in a series of posts about our Mini Quilt challenge. For details of the challenge, see the first post here! My Guiding Star – Kate WebberRepresenting honour and protection, the Lone Star design is often used by the Lakota (Sioux) people to symbolise protection on the recipient’s journey through life. My Lone… Read More Mini quilt challenge – part 2
The aim of this challenge was to encourage our members to push their boundaries as modern quilters. Participants were given a small bundle of fabrics – black, white and four shades of grey – and challenged to make a mini quilt. The quilters could add one other colour if they wished. We are delighted with… Read More Fade to Grey – mini quilt challenge
In February we were delighted to be invited to exhibit again at the fabulous Craft 4 Crafters Show. The Show is held at Westpoint, near Exeter. Here is a taste of our display of quilts, all made by our talented members. Mini Peony Welsh Blanket – Mary Emmens Mini Peony Welsh Blanket – Mary EmmensUp… Read More Craft 4 Crafters Exhibition 2020
South West Modern Quilt Guild 