#Quilt

[quilt-giving]

In shades of red, black, and gray, this quilt began its journey as a Bargello design, but alas, fate had other plans. Faced with unexpected challenges along the way, I found myself unraveling the original pattern in a moment of frustration. However, from the ashes of disappointment emerged a new vision as I carefully cut the quilt into blocks and meticulously reassembled them.

And if you look closely, nestled in the lower left corner, you'll find a subtle homage to our storied voyages—a miniature depiction of the legendary USS Enterprise, a symbol of exploration and adventure in the boundless expanse of space. In this unexpected twist of creativity, the quilt not only tells a tale of perseverance but also serves as a reminder of the ever-present spirit of discovery that guides us on our cosmic odyssey.

[samimarkart]

Join me tonight at the reception for Claims of Harm, a group show highlighting SAIC community members (where I’ll be showing off my shiny new alumni card) examining cultures of harm in our society, and the ways in which we can address them. My piece Pallid Mourning is included in the show, and there are other amazing pieces you don’t want to miss!

Non SAIC people, you’ll need a state ID to get into the building. It’s in the first floor gallery of the Sharp Building!

RECEPTION: Thursday, April 25, 4 – 6 pm.

37 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL, 60603 (SAIC Sharp building)

[beckysquiltingagain]

The second time I quilted Joan of Ark.

This one just got first place at the Utah State Fair

[parachim]

My mom made a snuilt (snail quilt) for my partner

[tamarackshack]

Took a year to complete this quilt! Pattern is by NASA Astronaut Karen Nyberg called Cupola View. Fabrics used were also designed by Karen, the collection is called Earth Views.

[andivebeenaforestfire]

[holespoles]

Quilt art by Spanish quilter and textile artist Cristina Arcenegui Bono

[soupandcats]

[banji-effect]

Rosie Lee Tompkins, quilt from the early 1970s

[quilt-giving]

Handquilting progress on my Space 1999 Alpha Moonbase quilt. #quilting #space1999

[samimarkart]

Blackwater Dive

2024, hand bleached and dyed denim, cotton batting and thread

inspired by blackwater photography of plankton! this was my first time layering bleach painting. All the silhouettes were painted with bleaching gel, loosely tie dyed, and then bleached again to make the highlights. I quilted the piece using my free motion foot to outline each individual animal and tacked down the rest of the quilt with small satin stitches that remind me of marine snow. I dyed bias tape to match. super happy with this one and excited to show it in a gallery setting soon!

[fromthedust]

[rosymothquilts]

Happy (early) Pride! I finally was able to make my own quilted pride flag using Modern Domestic's free pattern

My gay dogs with the flag (don't worry they are paid models)

[rthwrms]

did u know this past monday was the full worm moon? well now u just might!!!

not really sure if i'm done with this guy yet, but i figured id post anyway!!

[elvneedleworks]

I am going crazy for the 2023 QuiltCon winners

[webdiggerxxx]

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