antique sampler

I've been going through busy times of late and I don't seem to have much to talk about in the way of quilting.

Today, I do have something to say.

First off, I'm working on finishing two quilts.

This one is my "Antique Sampler" by Susan Daley. This photo was taken in my friend's garage. We met for a few hours last week and this is what was brought over to work on. Binding is on, but it is not finished yet.

Why not, you wonder? Well ..... since I'm so fussy about my quilts, extra ...

added by Rose Marie 4 years, 2 months ago. under antique sampler , applique , binding , jackets

Ferns and Berries - Florence Block 1

Checking in with my stitching friends!
Wishing you all the best, thinking of you.

A couple stitching friends sent me photos of their current work and gave me permission to share with you.

Florence shared her Ferns and Berries project. She's using a small reproduction indigo print with red berries and reverse applique.

For the berry stems, she's using an embroidered chain stitch.

Antique Quilt from our collection

This is our original - from our pattern cover.

The antique quilt is very heavily hand quilted with detailed motifs.

The original had embroidered stems ...

added by Dawn 4 years, 8 months ago. under antique quilt , antique sampler , applique , counted cross stitch , cross stitch , ferns and berries , reproduction quilt

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