Couperwife Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 if I remember rightly emma, you cut a long thin piece for the centre, sort of roll it like a swiss roll, and then cut lots of petal shapes and then stitch them all together snowy and egluntine did theirs (mine is still in a full piece ) so they would probably give you more detailed information. I do know that felt doesnt fray, so you can cut it into shapes and not worry about it pulling apart cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Yes that was pretty much it Cathy. Might be worth googling some images,or having a look on Folksy or Etsy to get an idea of shapes. It can be stitched quite roughly on the back, then stitch a small circle of felt on the back to cover the messy bits and stitch on a brooch pin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Thanks for that - I might put my scissors to my felt soon then. My felt is not felted properly, even though I did it twice, it is still a bit rough & ready. But I suppose made into a flower it will just look more hippyish (she hopes). I think I made too large a piece as a starter project - ahh well it was fun & a squidgy soapy mess in the bath. Hubby just rolled his eyes & thought I'd gone even more nuts when he heard me bashing it one. There are a lot of nice fabric flowers in google images. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Have you tried wetting it again and bashing it a bit more to roughen up the wool follicles? Or I think you can needle felt it - stab it with the needles to get it to mat a bit more. I remember Laurmurf doing something like this to hers as it hadn't felted as much as she'd liked. But once you've cut it the edges will be neater, you could always embellish it with some metallic thread embroidery as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Just seen your quilt Snowy, it's looking good . Not seen one assembled like that after quilting, what a good idea to make it less bulky in the machine. Shall be interested to see it finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fizzle Knit Posted September 11, 2009 Share Posted September 11, 2009 Just seen your quilt Snowy, it's looking good . Not seen one assembled like that after quilting, what a good idea to make it less bulky in the machine. Shall be interested to see it finished. Sounds intriguing - tell us more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted September 11, 2009 Share Posted September 11, 2009 I think it's called quilt as you go! I haven't done any more on it since my patchwork class ended, but it has just started up again so I am hoping to finish it. The blocks were made to be 'on point', rather than square and the two outer corners have been quilted first. I just need to add wadding and backing to the centre strip. Not sure how to join them together yet though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ygerna Posted September 12, 2009 Share Posted September 12, 2009 I think it's called quilt as you go! I haven't done any more on it since my patchwork class ended, but it has just started up again so I am hoping to finish it. The blocks were made to be 'on point', rather than square and the two outer corners have been quilted first. I just need to add wadding and backing to the centre strip. Not sure how to join them together yet though! Oh my word snowy, that is just amazing I would love a quilt like that. I think I will have to save really hard and get from from Folsky/Etsy as I am YEARS off of being able to do that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted September 12, 2009 Share Posted September 12, 2009 Ygerna that s where the patchwork class is paying off! I wouldn't have had the patience to start something like this, and would never have known where to start! This way we are doing it step by step and it has been surprisingly easy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted September 12, 2009 Share Posted September 12, 2009 It's lovelly. The quilted border is beautiful it look almost antique. I've just had my first quilt out because our show is a bit low on exhibits this weekend and heck the 12" blocks miss at the corners by 1" or so Yours are perfect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisaroo2 Posted September 12, 2009 Share Posted September 12, 2009 I'm crocheting squares to make a blanket with!! It's an on going project from winter last year, I'm hoping to finish it this year. The blanket is lovely to make as it keeps you warm as you make it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackrocksrock Posted September 12, 2009 Share Posted September 12, 2009 Ygerna that s where the patchwork class is paying off! I wouldn't have had the patience to start something like this, and would never have known where to start! This way we are doing it step by step and it has been surprisingly easy It looks way too classy to be easy!! Fantastic I have only assembled plain squares and not got to the quilting yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 I'm currently knitting the top of one of my sleeves for my jumper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 My granny square crochet blanket grew some more this weekend! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 Crafts themselves were neglected this weekend in purchase of sewing machine and craft-supporting furniture for what *was* known as the spare room and is now my yarn-and-gadgets room Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egzandra Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 This weekend I finished a project that's been on the go for the last eighteen months, a throw made of hexagons. It's for my daughter and she is very excited at it being finished. There should have been just under 300 hex but I decided to do another couple of rows of hexagons. So it's turned out bigger. Very nice. So what should I crochet next? Do not suggest another throw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 a shrug to wear? Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 Your quilt is coming on nicely Snowy. At last my machine has been repaired and I actually started quilting with it this evening. I still have a lot to do before Christmas. Hopefully mum will get her pressie and so will DS. And that blooming tablecloth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 I made some fabric vase covers this week. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_mdwodzWeTi0/SrPsrM3O-OI/AAAAAAAAA1E/zWLPX5yCWjQ/s1600-h/FABRVASES.JPG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackrocksrock Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 OOh they look very nice - I am off to Ikea in Dublin when I am over looking for material but limited to what I can bring back in the plane! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted September 19, 2009 Author Share Posted September 19, 2009 I'm trying to do the cable neck bands of my jumper...not going well. I need Mum's help when she gets back as I can't work out what I've done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 I've finished the main part of my lap quilt today. Just a border, wadding, backing, quilting and binding to go now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Webmuppet Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 I have sown the borders on part of LMW patchwork quilt cover...........I only have to sew the borders on the other side and sew the whole thing together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackrocksrock Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 I've finished the main part of my lap quilt today. Just a border, wadding, backing, quilting and binding to go now Looks really really good - well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 A few more rounds of my ever growing large granny square blanket. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
